Ranked-Choice Voting News Roundup - February 2026
by Staff
Welcome to our weekly news roundup, where we highlight the top stories surrounding ranked-choice voting—both opposing and supporting—throughout the nation.
Week of February 15
Virginia House of Delegates Passes Ranked Choice Voting Expansion
Independent Voter News | February 17, 2026
The Virginia House of Delegates passed a bill to expand ranked choice voting options for local elections statewide.
Ranked choice voting add wrinkle for GOP in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race
The Washington Times | February 16, 2026
Alaska's ranked-choice voting system adds a complication in the upcoming U.S. Senate race. The system could fragment conservative votes if extra Republicans or third-party candidates advance, potentially allowing vote redistribution to favor Peltola in later rounds.
Ranked choice voting stalled in Illinois, waiting for clarity from the courts
WGLT | February 16, 2026
Ranked-choice voting remains stalled in Illinois as of February 16, 2026, due to uncertainty in state election laws.