Early Voting Underway for Virginia Redistricting Referendum

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Early voting is currently underway in Virginia for a referendum on redistricting, and we spoke with Warren County Director of Elections General Registrar Matthew Reisinger to get the details. Reisinger shared the exact wording of the referendum that voters will decide on, as well as information about the voting process, including that voters can cast their ballots at his office in Front Royal until April 21 when polls open statewide.

Why it matters

The redistricting referendum is a crucial vote that will determine how voting districts are drawn in Virginia, which can have significant implications for future elections. Reisinger's insights provide valuable information to voters about the referendum and the voting process.

The details

The redistricting referendum asks voters whether they approve of an independent redistricting commission to handle the redrawing of voting districts, rather than having it done by the state legislature. Reisinger said voting has been steady at his office at 465 West 15th Street in Front Royal, and voters can continue to cast their ballots there until April 21 when polls open across the state.

• Early voting for the referendum began on March 6, 2026.
• Voters can cast ballots at Reisinger's office in Front Royal until April 21, 2026 when polls open statewide.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Voters in Virginia have until April 21, 2026 to cast their ballots on the redistricting referendum.