Ohio voters will cast their ballots for local candidates and issues on November 7, 2023. There are two statewide ballot measures certified to appear on the ballot in 2023 in Ohio, Issues 1 and 2. Issue 1 would enshrine the right to an abortion and other reproductive health care in the state constitution, while Issue 2 is an initiated statute that would legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older.

The Ohio Ballot Board prescribes and certifies the ballot language for proposed Constitutional amendments, initiatives, and referenda and oversees efforts. The full text, ballot language, explanation, and arguments for Issues 1 and 2 can be found on the Ohio Secretary of States website.

In summary, the issues on the ballot for Ohio in 2023 are:

• Issue 1: Enshrining the right to an abortion and other reproductive health care in the state constitution.
• Issue 2: Legalizing recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older.