LaRose urges Ohio voters to be informed on Issue 3

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose announced this week that the full text, official ballot language, certified explanation, and arguments for and against State Issue 3 are now available for public review at OhioSoS.gov.
 
State Issue 3, a proposed constitutional amendment that would require voters to present photo identification when voting, will appear on the November 3, 2026 General Election ballot for all Ohio voters.
 
“Transparency matters, and Ohio voters deserve to have all of the facts before deciding whether a photo ID requirement for voting should be included in the Ohio Constitution,” said Secretary LaRose. 

“I encourage every Ohioan to take the time to research Issue 3 and make an informed decision for themselves. Our elections are strongest when voters are engaged, informed, and prepared to make their voices heard on the issues that matter most to our state.”
 
This week, the Ohio Controlling Board also approved funding for the publication of the ballot language and arguments for and against the amendment, as required by the Ohio Constitution. The materials will be published in newspapers throughout the state during the three weeks preceding the election.
 
Voters can review the official ballot language, the argument for the amendment, and the argument against the amendment here: https://www.ohiosos.gov/office/duties-and-responsibilities/ohio-ballot-…