# Maryland 2026 Ballot Questions

> Maryland voters decide constitutional changes for state labor, judicial appointments, and redistricting in 2026.
- Title: Maryland 2026 Ballot Questions · The Banner | Shortify
- Summary: Maryland voters decide constitutional changes for state labor, judicial appointments, and redistricting in 2026. Maryland voters will approve or reject three…
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- Published: 2026-10-07T18:02:15.822+00:00
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## Statewide Ballot Questions
Maryland voters will approve or reject three constitutional amendments in 2026.
## Question 1: Labor Arbitration
This amendment requires the governor to include budget funds for state employee pay and benefits agreements whether negotiated or decided by an arbitrator.
## Question 2: Judicial Commission
This amendment allows temporary appointments to the Commission on Judicial Disabilities when members are recused or their terms expire.
## Question 3: Congressional Districts
This amendment clarifies that state constitutional standards apply only to legislative districts and allows state lawmakers to draw more partisan congressional districts.
## What Voters Decide
A vote for each amendment changes state labor rules, judicial commission appointments, or congressional redistricting procedures.
## Voter Impact
Voters determine whether state workers get binding arbitration decisions, temporary judicial appointments, or more partisan congressional districts.
## 2026 Election Date
The ballot questions appear on the Maryland ballot on October 7, 2026.
## Key takeaway

Maryland voters will approve or reject three constitutional amendments affecting state labor negotiations, judicial disability commissions, and congressional redistricting rules in 2026.