Amendment 83: Constitutional Right to Hunt and Fish
Amendment 83 on Colorado's November 3, 2026 ballot (a statewide measure). Passes with at least 55 percent of votes cast. Plain-language summary of what YES and NO mean, with sources.
Would create a constitutional right to hunt and fish certain wildlife using traditional methods and make hunting and fishing the preferred way to manage those populations. Nongame species, endangered species, and species illegal to hunt under federal law are excluded. The state could still regulate for sound science, public safety, or preserving future opportunities. The Blue Book says it makes no immediate change to existing law or regulations. A YES vote: Creates a state constitutional right to hunt and fish. A NO vote: Hunting and fishing continue as allowed under existing state and federal law. It passes with at least 55 percent of votes cast. This explanation was prepared with AI assistance and compared with the official Blue Book by an automated process; no person has signed off on it. Confirm details with the official sources.