Missouri Judge Rules Against Abortion Rights Measure, Appeal Expected

The decision cites insufficient details in the petition, giving proponents until Tuesday to appeal before ballots are finalized.

• Judge Christopher Limbaugh ruled the measure did not properly inform voters about laws it would repeal.
• The ruling allows proponents to appeal before the September 10 deadline for finalizing ballots.
• Missourians for Constitutional Freedom plans to challenge the decision, calling it a profound injustice.
• If passed, the measure would allow abortions until fetal viability and enshrine reproductive rights in the state constitution.
• Missouri currently has a near-total abortion ban, with limited exceptions for medical emergencies.

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