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Prohibit Government Closure of Places of Worship During Emergencies Amendment
Prohibit Government Closure of Places of Worship During Emergencies Amendment
Wisconsin · November 3, 2026
What this measure does
Prohibit the government from closing gatherings at places of worship during declared emergencies, including public health emergencies
A yes vote means
Government loses the power to close places of worship during emergencies, even for public health reasons.
A no vote means
Government keeps its current ability to close places of worship during declared emergencies if it deems necessary.
Simple explanation
During emergencies like pandemics, governments can currently close down churches, temples, mosques, and other places of worship to stop disease spread. This measure says the government can't do that anymore—places of worship would stay open even when officials say other gathering places need to close.
Who's for it, who's against it
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Source: Ballotpedia