Bowling Green Ballot Measures, Explained Simply: November 3, 2026
Each measure below is explained in plain words, from the official ballot language and the Warren County Clerk. For every one we say what a yes vote means and what a no vote means. This page does not tell you how to vote.
Election day is November 3, 2026. Last updated October 10, 2026. For the candidates, see what's on the ballot in Bowling Green.
Statewide
Constitutional AmendmentAre you in favor of limiting a Governor's ability to grant pardons or commute sentences by prohibiting him or her from granting pardons or commuting sentences during the time period beginning 60 days prior to the general election at which the Governor is elected, and ending when the Governor is sworn in for that term by amending the Constitution of Kentucky as stated below?
Today, Kentucky's Governor can forgive a criminal sentence or make it shorter, except in cases such as impeachment. This change would stop the Governor from granting pardons or shortening sentences starting 60 days before a governor election and lasting until the fifth Tuesday after that election. The official ballot question describes the end of the period as when the Governor is sworn in for that term.
- If Yes wins
- A yes vote means the Constitution would block the Governor from granting pardons or shortening sentences during that period. The Secretary of State's page provides the amendment text and ballot question; the available official material does not provide a fiscal note.
- If No wins
- A no vote means the Constitution would not change. The Governor would keep the current power to grant pardons or shorten sentences, subject to existing limits.
- How it got on the ballot: Referred by the Kentucky General Assembly as Senate Bill 10.
Explained from Kentucky Secretary of State — 2026 Constitutional Amendments, Warren County Clerk — 2026 General Election Info. Listed by Kentucky Secretary of State.