MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin voters will have an opportunity in Tuesday’s election to shift the balance of power in the Legislature and decide whether to explicitly ban foreign nationals from voting in the State.

Here’s a look at what’s at stake for the Legislature and the Republican-drafted constitutional amendment designed to ensure that only U.S. citizens can vote in Wisconsin:

Wisconsin Legislature

Republicans took control of the Assembly and Senate in 2010. The following year, they redrew district boundaries to consolidate their power and have held majorities in both chambers for 13 years.

The political landscape changed dramatically last year, however, after liberal justices took control of the state Supreme Court and struck down Republican district maps. The move allowed Democratic Gov. Tony Evers to redraw the lines, giving his party hope of making substantial gains in both chambers.

Republicans hold a 64-35 lead in the Assembly, but redistricting and retirements have left 57 seats open and 15 Democrats unopposed. Democratic leaders believe they have a chance to win back the majority. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos downplayed any potential gains for Democrats, pointing out that the party has never come close to a majority in more than a decade.

Democrats face greater challenges in the Senate, where Republicans hold a 22-11 advantage. Ten Republican seats and six Democratic seats are up this cycle. Democrats need 12 victories to reach the 17 seats needed for a majority. That means they will have to hold onto their six seats and flip at least six Republican seats, a nearly impossible task even given the new district boundaries. Democratic leaders acknowledged that Tuesday would be about preparing for a run for the majority in 2026.

Citizenship Vote Amendment

The Wisconsin Constitution states that any American citizen may vote in Wisconsin elections. Republicans are asking voters to approve an amendment that would change that language to say only U.S. citizens can vote in federal, state and local elections held in Wisconsin.

Six states have already adopted this language and it is up for votes in seven other states besides Wisconsin this cycle.

Republicans across the country have pushed such amendments, led by the District of Columbia and a number of municipalities in California, Maryland and Vermont, allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections.