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North Carolina · November 3, 2026 general election · Statewide ballot measure

Constitutional amendment: what your vote means

Photo ID for all methods of voting. On every North Carolina ballot. Official sources checked October 22, 2026.

Constitutional amendment · Legislatively referred constitutional amendment

Photo ID for all methods of voting

Official ballot title (quoted exactly)

Constitutional amendment to require all voters, not just those presenting to vote in person, to present photo identification before voting.

Ballot question as set out in the session law and listed by the State Board of Elections.

A YES vote means:

The constitution would require photo identification for voters in all instances, not only for people voting in person. The legislature would still set the rules and could allow exceptions.

A NO vote means:

The constitution would keep requiring photo identification only for voters offering to vote in person.

What it would change

  • Who is affected: all North Carolina voters, including people who vote by mail.
  • Where: Article VI, Sections 2(4) and 3 of the North Carolina Constitution.
  • The General Assembly would still write the photo ID rules, which may include exceptions.
  • Takes effect when the State Board of Elections certifies a majority FOR vote.
  • Fiscal impact: No official fiscal statement accompanies this amendment on the ballot or in the Legislative Services Officer’s summary.

Who supports it and who opposes it

These lists come from official campaign filings (registered committees) and public endorsements, each linked to its source. They are not complete, and SaveYourState does not endorse anyone listed. Lists checked October 30, 2026.

Who supports it

Not yet compiled

Who opposes it

Official sources

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