What's on the ballot in Virginia?

Virginia's next election is November 3, 2026 (Virginia 2026 general election). 12 races across 2 offices are on the ballot in Virginia.

Recent Virginia coverage

News · VA

AP projects Virginia voters approved map referendum

Elections and voting

The measure clears the way to redraw Virginia’s congressional districts in a way intended to benefit Democrats.

The Ballot Virginia News DeskOct 5, 2026

News · VA

Virginia’s 2026 federal races: Senate and 11 House seats

Elections and voting

Virginia voters will choose a U.S. senator and representatives for all 11 congressional districts on Nov. 3, 2026.

The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskOct 5, 2026

Candidate profile · VA

Candidate profile: Lisa Vedernikova Khanna in Virginia’s 1st

Elections and voting

Khanna is one of 11 Democrats listed in the contested 2026 general election for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District.

The Ballot Virginia News DeskOct 4, 2026

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West Virginia governor announces state park funding

Elections and voting

Blennerhassett Island is among the state parks included in a funding announcement from West Virginia’s governor.

The Ballot Virginia DeskOct 3, 2026

News · VA

Virginia governor outlines response to high energy costs

Energy and environment

Virginia’s governor has announced plans aimed at addressing high energy costs, putting affordability on the state policy agenda.

The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskOct 3, 2026

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Abortion votes not identified for three Virginia incumbents

Health care

No specific roll-call votes are identified for the incumbents representing Virginia’s 1st, 2nd and 5th Congressional Districts.

The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskOct 2, 2026

News · VA

Virginia AG seeks longer review of Dominion-NextEra deal

Elections and voting

The attorney general has asked Virginia’s State Corporation Commission for more time to review the proposed merger.

The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 29, 2026

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West Virginia announces statewide home energy rebate program

Energy and environment

West Virginia has announced a statewide rebate program focused on household energy expenses.

The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 29, 2026

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Virginia lawmakers warn higher marijuana fines deepen disparities

Elections and voting

Lawmakers raised concerns that larger fines for public marijuana use would worsen unequal outcomes among racial groups.

The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 29, 2026

Candidate profile · VA

Candidate profile: Jacob Roginsky in Virginia’s 7th District

Elections and voting

Republican Jacob Roginsky is among 18 candidates listed in Virginia’s 2026 race for the 7th Congressional District.

The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 28, 2026

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Spanberger announces child care funding for Southwest Virginia

Elections and voting

The funding is intended to expand child care in Southwest Virginia, though the amount, recipients and schedule have not been announced.

The Ballot Virginia DeskSep 27, 2026

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West Virginia launches Dolly Days Read-a-Thon for children

Elections and voting

West Virginia has announced Dolly Days, a read-a-thon centered on children and reading.

The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 27, 2026