NC committee votes to put ‘right to work,’ ‘right to farm’ amendments on 2026 ballot

By: Brandon Kingdollar

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: May 18, 2026

Words: 787

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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North Carolina Senate lawmakers could vote this week on whether to put constitutional amendments guaranteeing the “right to farm” and the “right to work” on the ballot in November 2026. But while Republicans say it is important to give voters a say on these policies, Democrats contend the amendments are unnecessary and will have no legal effect.

Senate Bill 1081 would give voters the opportunity to enact a constitutional right to engage in farming …

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