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Abortion Rights Measures to Appear on Ballots in Eight States This November

Arizona and Missouri join a growing list of states where voters will decide on enshrining abortion rights in their constitutions.

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Members of Arizona for Abortion Access, the ballot initiative to enshrine abortion rights in the Arizona State Constitution, hold a press conference at the Arizona House of Representatives on April 17, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Overview

  • Arizona and Missouri have certified enough signatures to include abortion rights measures on their November ballots.
  • Eight states, including key battlegrounds, will vote on abortion access, with more states potentially joining.
  • The measures seek to protect abortion rights up to fetal viability, with exceptions for the health of the mother.
  • Current state laws vary widely, with some states having near-total bans and others allowing broader access.
  • The outcome of these votes could significantly impact future state and national elections.