What referenda and propositions are on the ballot in the 2026 Illinois primary election?
Dozens of municipalities across the Chicago area have referenda and propositions on the ballot in the 2026 Illinois primary, giving voters the opportunity to weigh in on local priorities.
Experts say some referenda and propositions are put on primary ballots – which, in Illinois, are split by party registration – in March instead of the general election ballot in November because they want to accomplish their goal faster, or because they believe the likely voter makeup is more friendly to their cause.
Referenda can be advisory or binding; so far, in the Illinois primary for 2026, all referenda on ballots appear to be advisory referenda.
Here are some of the referenda and propositions voters can expect to see on their ballot in March.
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