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SB 6

Constitutional amendment; qualifications of voters, right to vote, persons not entitled to vote.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mamie Locke

Virginia constitutional amendment modifies voter qualifications and voting rights eligibility, advancing through legislative passage toward gubernatorial signature and potential ratification.

Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., February 11, 2026
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Bill Summary · SB 6

Legislative bill overview

SB 6 is a constitutional amendment that modifies Virginia's voter qualification requirements and voting rights provisions. The bill has passed both chambers of the legislature and been signed by the Speaker and President, indicating it has cleared the legislative process and now awaits gubernatorial action or further procedural steps for ratification.

Why is this important

Constitutional amendments represent fundamental changes to state governance and voting access, affecting who participates in democratic elections. Such amendments typically require voter approval through a referendum and have lasting implications for electoral participation and representation in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific changes to voter qualifications are not detailed in the available information, making it unclear whether provisions expand or restrict voting rights
  • Constitutional amendments addressing voting eligibility often trigger debate between those prioritizing ballot access and those emphasizing election security and citizenship verification
  • The amendment's implementation timeline and any transitional provisions affecting currently registered voters remain unspecified in the provided action summary

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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