Implications of Proposed Anti-Equity Constitutional Amendment
Wisconsin voters will se an anti-equity constitutional amendment on the November 3, 2026, ballot that could have significant impacts on public education, employment, contracting, and government programs across the state.
While the ballot language references discrimination and preferential treatment, that proposed amendment would also limit the use of certain equity-focused policies and programs. Before you vote, take time to understand what's on your ballot, and how this amendment could affect Wisconsin communities.
The recording of the Wisconsin League of Women Voters' September 8 webinar, "What you Need to Know: Damaging Consequences of the Anti-Equity Constitutional Amendment," may be viewed on YouTube . Or view the speakers' presentation slides.
The LWVWi Constitutional Corner provides detailed background information on all three constitutional amendments that will face voters on November 3.
The Impartial Justice Committee of the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin has done an extensive amount of research to help educate the public on a constitutional amendment that will appear on the November 3 ballot.
The Anti-Equity Constitutional Amendment Educational Toolkit is designed to provide educational materials to help understand the implications of this constitutional amendment, what’s at risk if it passes, and to spread awareness.