"Proposal 4 is a change to Vermont's Constitution. It would add new language saying that every Vermonter has the right to be treated with dignity and fairness — and that the state cannot discriminate against people based on race, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, religion, age, or sexual orientation. 

Vermont's Constitution dates back to 1777. While Vermont has passed many good laws over the years, regular laws can be changed or repealed by future legislatures. Constitutional rights are permanent. Adding these protections to the Constitution means they can't easily be taken away.

Vermont has led the nation on civil unions, marriage equality, and environmental protections. PR.4 is our chance to lead again — by making clear that our founding document stands for everyone who calls Vermont home.

Our Constitution should reflect who we are as Vermonters — a community that believes in fairness, dignity, and opportunity for all. PR.4 is how we write that belief into law." - Vermonters for Proposal 4 

"The League of Women Voters of Vermont supports amending the Vermont constitution to include Proposal 4 (Prop 4), Equal Protection of Law, which, if approved by voters on November 3, 2026, will protect the rights and dignity of every Vermonter.

Vermont’s Constitution, adopted in 1777, does not have an equal protection clause that prohibits discrimination based on a person’s race, sex, religion, or other characteristics.

Article 7, Common Benefits Clause, serves as the constitutional protection against unequal treatment but does not address the problems of unfair and unjust discrimination.

Adding Prop 4 (Article 23) to the constitution gives the legislature constitutional support to adopt laws that ensure all people in Vermont will be treated with equal dignity and respect.

Constitutional rights are permanent. This is particularly significant because we can no longer count on the Supreme Court or federal government to provide adequate protection against discrimination." -  League of Women Voters of Vermont

"The amendment would create a more durable civil rights policy at a time when the state faces one of the most hostile federal civil rights environments since the 19th century. Proposal 4 is about constitutional clarity. It’s about ensuring that equal protection under the law is explicit and also that it’s enforceable.” - Mark Hughes, Vermont Racial Justice Alliance  

"The true intent of Proposal 4 is to uphold Vermont's existing discriminatory programs and create even more discriminatory programs...

In the 2026 general election, Vermonters will vote "yes" or "no" on Proposal 4 “Equality of Rights” proposed Constitutional Amendment, which would add a new Article to Chapter 1 of Vermont’s Constitution. Article 1, Chapter 1 of Vermont's Constitution already provides, "the guiding principle and legal framework to protect each individual's unalienable rights under the law."

Expert witness testimony confirms that Proposal 4 was written to provide the legal framework to provide a hierarchy of rights by providing benefits to state-sanctioned "historically marginalized groups" and does not provide equal rights for all. 

The language of Prop 4 and the Vermont Legislature's own expert witnesses confirm the fact that Proposal 4 "Equality of Rights" Constitutional Amendment is an un-equal rights amendment that will not protect each Vermonter's rights equally.

Send a message to your legislators that you do not approve of the Vermont state government providing preferential treatment for some Vermonters over others by voting "No" on Proposal 4." - No on Proposal 4

"The Vermont “Equal Protection of Law Amendment” would amend the state constitution to enshrine radical LGBT ideology in state law. While the language sounds benign, in reality, it advances the LGBT agenda by:

(Further) enshrining same-sex marriage in the Constitution...

Doubling down on current constitutional language that opened the door to creating a right to transgender affirming “care,” including for minors. 

Doubling down on current constitutional language that may prohibit parental consent or notification requirements for minors seeking transgender mutilating “care”...

Allowing biological males identifying as female the “right” to play on female sports teams and access female-only private spaces and female-only public accommodations, including bathrooms, locker rooms, women’s shelters, and more.

Infringing on the freedoms of religion and speech, given that there are no conscience protections outlined." - Liberty Counsel Action 

"Our state constitution is a sacred document. It is supposed to be timeless. It should not be amended casually or without serious public understanding and debate.

Prop 4 is commonly referred to as the “Equal Rights” constitutional amendment. But after reading the language and reviewing the testimony, I do not believe this amendment is written correctly nor do I believe it delivers on the promise of equal rights for all. That is important because this is not just some law that can be undone." - Michael Boutin, State Representative

VERMONT PROPOSAL 4, EQUAL PROTECTION OF LAW AMENDMENT (2026)

This question is on the ballot in Vermont as a legislatively referred constitutional amendment on November 3, 2026. As of September 28, 2026, the committees formed to support Vermont Proposal 4, Equal Protection of Law Amendment (2026) are:

EQUAL RIGHTS PROTECTION COMMITTEE

Selected contributions to "Equal Rights Protection Committee" include:

As of September 28, 2026, there are no contributions to report.

VERMONT PROPOSAL 4, EQUAL PROTECTION OF LAW AMENDMENT (2026)

This question is on the ballot in Vermont as a legislatively referred constitutional amendment on November 3, 2026. As of September 28, 2026, the committees formed to oppose Vermont Proposal 4, Equal Protection of Law Amendment (2026) are:

NO ON PROPOSAL 4

Selected contributions to "No on Proposal 4" include:

As of September 28, 2026, there are no contributions to report.

No on Proposal 4: 4 reasons to vote "No" on Proposal 4