Nov 3, 2026 general election · U.S. Senate, Governor, U.S. House and 4 other statewide races
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General election: Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026. Dates below are for that election, from official state election sources; rules can change, so confirm with the linked source.
Pete Ricketts (R) vs. Dan Osborn (I) + 3 other candidates. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
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CompareBrinker Harding (R) vs. Denise Powell (D) + 1 other candidate. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareAdrian Smith (R) vs. Becky Lynn Stille (D) + 3 other candidates. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareJim Pillen (R) vs. Lynne Walz (D) + 2 other candidates. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareMike Hilgers (R) vs. Jocelyn Brasher (D). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareScott Petersen (R) vs. Sarah Slattery (D) + 2 other candidates. See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareJoey Spellerberg (R) vs. Daniel Ebers (D). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareMike Foley (R) vs. John Knight (A). See where each candidate stands, in their own words with sources, plus voting records where they exist.
CompareAll 25 Nebraska legislative races on the Nov 3 ballot, from the official candidate list.
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4 certified statewide ballot measures on the November 3, 2026 Nebraska general election ballot. Plain-English summary (Vote Book, from the official Yes/No wording): If approved, a " yes " vote supports amending the state constitution to change the term limit for state legislators from two consecutive four-year terms (eight years) to three consecutive four-year terms (12 years). (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) Plain-language summary (AI-written; see official wording) A Yes vote means: A " yes " vote supports amending the state constitution to change the term limit for state legislators from two consecutive four-year terms (eight years) to three consecutive four-year terms (12 years). (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) A No vote means: A " no " vote opposes amending the state constitution to change the term limit for state legislators, thereby maintaining that state legislators are not eligible for office in the legislature for four years after serving two consecutive terms (eight years). (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) Supporters say: Supporters, including State Sen. Rob Dover (R-19), argue: “By the time a senator finally feels somewhat comfortable, they are termed out.” Opponents say: Opponents argue: You can share campaign information or arguments, along with source links for this information, at [email protected]. Arguments: Ballotpedia (secondary source). Listed in equal length; Vote Book does not endorse either side. Plain-English summary (Ballotpedia, secondary source): The amendment would allow the Nebraska Legislature to enact laws authorizing online sports wagering, provided the person placing the wager is located within Nebraska at the time the wager is placed. Plain-language summary (AI-written; see official wording) A Yes vote means: A "yes" vote supports amending the state constitution to authorize laws to govern sports betting. (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) A No vote means: A "no" vote opposes amending the state constitution to authorize laws to govern sports betting. (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) Supporters say: Supporters, including Jordan McGrain, sponsor of the measure, argue: “We believe voters will agree that a legal and regulated online sports wagering marketplace will keep the money in Nebraska, generating new revenue for local communities and millions of dollars in property tax relief.” Opponents say: Opponents, including Nate Grasz, executive director of the Nebraska Family Alliance, argue: “To tell voters this is about tax relief, when the proposal is actually a major expansion of online gambling financed by out-of-state gambling companies — whose own estimates show less than a quarter of one percent in property tax relief — is a complete sham and raises serious questions about election integrity.” Arguments: Ballotpedia (secondary source). Listed in equal length; Vote Book does not endorse either side. Plain-English summary (Ballotpedia, secondary source): The measure would authorize the state gaming commission to adopt rules and regulations governing the online sports betting gaming operators and wagers. Plain-language summary (AI-written; see official wording) A Yes vote means: A "yes" vote supports authorizing online sports betting in the state and authorizing the state gaming commission to adopt rules and regulations governing the gaming operators. (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) A No vote means: A "no" vote opposes authorizing online sports betting in the state and authorizing the state gaming commission to adopt rules and regulations governing the gaming operators. (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) Supporters say: Supporters, including Jordan McGrain, sponsor of the measure, argue: “We believe voters will agree that a legal and regulated online sports wagering marketplace will keep the money in Nebraska, generating new revenue for local communities and millions of dollars in property tax relief.” Opponents say: Opponents, including Nate Grasz, executive director of the Nebraska Family Alliance, argue: “To tell voters this is about tax relief, when the proposal is actually a major expansion of online gambling financed by out-of-state gambling companies — whose own estimates show less than a quarter of one percent in property tax relief — is a complete sham and raises serious questions about election integrity.” Arguments: Ballotpedia (secondary source). Listed in equal length; Vote Book does not endorse either side. Plain-English summary (Vote Book, from the official Yes/No wording): If approved, a "yes" vote supports amending the Nebraska Constitution to require schools to “designate each athletic team or sport as one of the following based on biological sex”: male, female, or coed, and prohibiting students of the male sex from participating on teams or in sports designated for females. (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) Plain-language summary (AI-written; see official wording) A Yes vote means: A "yes" vote supports amending the Nebraska Constitution to require schools to “designate each athletic team or sport as one of the following based on biological sex”: male, female, or coed, and prohibiting students of the male sex from participating on teams or in sports designated for females. (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) A No vote means: A "no" vote opposes amending the Nebraska Constitution to require schools to “designate each athletic team or sport as one of the following based on biological sex”: male, female, or coed, and to prohibit students of the male sex from participating on teams or in sports designated for females. (Ballotpedia plain-language summary of official ballot measure) Supporters say: Supporters, including Fairness for Girls, argue: “Nebraskans support preserving opportunities for young girls, protecting female athletes’ safety, and keeping the process fair.” Opponents say: Opponents, including Rainbow Parents of Nebraska, argue: “Trans people make up less than 1% of our state’s population. Trans athletes are an even smaller percentage of that 1%.” Arguments: Ballotpedia (secondary source). Listed in equal length; Vote Book does not endorse either side.Constitutional Amendment 1 — Change State Legislative Term Limits from Two to Three Consecutive Terms Amendment
If approved, a " yes " vote supports amending the state constitution to change the term limit for state legislators from two consecutive four-year terms (eig…Official ballot wording
Shall Article III, Section 12 of the Nebraska Constitution be amended to change the limit on legislative terms from two consecutive terms to three consecutive terms?
Initiative Measure 440 — Allow Laws Authorizing Online Sports Wagering Constitutional Amendment
The amendment would allow the Nebraska Legislature to enact laws authorizing online sports wagering, provided the person placing the wager is located within…Official ballot wording
Shall Article III, Section 24, of the Nebraska Constitution be amended to: Authorize the enactment of laws allowing persons located within Nebraska to place sports wagers through an internet-based platform when offered by an authorized gaming operator conducting games of chance within a licensed racetrack enclosure in Nebraska?
Initiative Measure 441 — Allow and Regulate Online Sports Wagering Initiative
The measure would authorize the state gaming commission to adopt rules and regulations governing the online sports betting gaming operators and wagers.Official ballot wording
Shall statutes be enacted that: (1) Allow persons located within Nebraska to place sports wagers through an internet-based platform when offered by an authorized gaming operator conducting games of chance within a licensed racetrack enclosure in Nebraska or the operator’s platform provider; and (2) Regulate such sports wagers?
Initiative Measure 442 — Sex Requirement for School and College Sports Initiative
If approved, a "yes" vote supports amending the Nebraska Constitution to require schools to “designate each athletic team or sport as one of the following ba…Official ballot wording
Shall Article VII of the Nebraska Constitution be amended to provide: (1) Schools must expressly designate each athletic team or sport as one of the following based on biological sex: (a) males, men or boys; (b) females, women or girls; or (c) coed or mixed; and (2) Athletic teams or sports designated for females, women or girls shall not be open to students of the male sex? The amendment would apply to all athletic teams or sports sponsored by public schools or postsecondary educational institutions and private schools or educational institutions whose athletic teams or sports compete against public schools or institutions.
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