LEAN INTO: Question 7

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Get to Know Your Ballot Questions

Let’s break them down.

Why are Questions 6 and 7 back?

Nevada voters approved both proposed constitutional amendments in 2024. Citizen-initiated constitutional amendments must pass in two successive general elections to become part of the Nevada Constitution. Questions 6 and 7 are back for that second vote in 2026.WHY ARE WE VOTING AGAIN?

Because Question 7 began as an initiative petition to amend the Nevada Constitution, voters must approve it in two consecutive general elections before it can take effect.

2026 is the second and final vote.

IMPORTANT: Question 7 does NOT require you to show photo ID to vote in the November 3, 2026 election.

Question 7: Voter Identification

Question 7 asks whether Nevada’s Constitution should require voters to verify their identity when voting in person or by mail.

Important: You do not need to show photo ID to vote in the November 3, 2026, election. If approved, Question 7’s requirements would take effect on November 24, 2026. 

What would change?

For in-person voting, voters would have to show an approved photo ID. Examples include a driver’s license, passport, military ID, tribal photo ID, or certain other government-issued IDs. Most IDs would need to be current or expired no more than four years ago. 

For mail voting, voters would provide one of these numbers next to their signature:

  • The last four digits of their Nevada driver’s license number;
  • If they do not have a Nevada driver’s license, the last four digits of their Social Security number; or
  • If they have neither, the number provided by their county clerk when they registered to vote. 

What does a YES or NO vote mean?

Yes: Adds the proposed voter identification requirements to the Nevada Constitution.

No: The proposed amendment does not take effect, and the Constitution remains unchanged.

Why is Question 7 being debated?

Supporters argue that voter ID requirements add an election safeguard and could strengthen public confidence.

Opponents argue that Nevada already has voter identity verification procedures, and that adding new requirements could create barriers for some eligible voters. Current law, for example, provides for comparing a voter’s signature with the signature on their registration or an accepted form of identification. 

LEAN recommends a Strong Oppose vote on Question 7.

Don’t stop at the summary

Ballot questions can make significant changes to state law and the Nevada Constitution. Before you vote:

  • Read the official ballot language.
  • Review arguments for and against each measure.
  • Make sure you understand what Yes and No mean.
  • Make your own informed decision.

Ballot measures can make lasting changes to Nevada law and the state Constitution. Before you vote, read the official ballot language, review arguments on both sides, and understand what current law says, what the proposal would change, and what a Yes or No vote means.

Read. Learn. Ask questions. Vote the entire ballot.

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