Question 1: Reproductive Freedom

Should Virginia's constitution be amended to protect the freedom to make personal decisions about prenatal care, childbirth, birth control, abortion, miscarriage management, and fertility care — and protect doctors and patients from punishment — while allowing third-trimester limits when the patient's health is at risk or the pregnancy cannot survive?

This measure appears on every ballot in Virginia on November 3, 2026. Today the Virginia Constitution does not explicitly protect reproductive freedom; state law allows abortion through the second trimester and in limited third-trimester cases. A Yes vote adds a fundamental right to the Virginia Bill of Rights; a No vote keeps the constitution as it is.

• Supporters (Yes vote): Say reproductive choices like birth control, IVF, and abortion belong to individuals and families, not politicians, and need state constitutional protection in case federal standards change.
• Opponents (No vote): Say the amendment goes too far, argue Virginia's existing laws are sufficient, and raise concerns regarding third-trimester standards, parental consent, and conscience protections.

Stated fairly. CivicLoop is nonpartisan and does not endorse either side.

• How do you plan to vote on Question 1, and what is your view on reproductive healthcare access?
• How should Virginia balance healthcare autonomy with regulatory standards?
• What protections or guidelines do you support for patients and medical providers?

• Virginia Dept. of Elections — Question 1 (official)
• Ballotpedia — Virginia Question 1 (2026)