Colorado voters pass amendment to protect abortion rights and funding

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Colorado voters have approved a constitutional amendment to protect abortion rights. This measure allows state and local funding for abortions and enables Medicare and Medicaid to cover the procedure. Previously, Colorado had a ban on state funding for abortions. Abortion remains legal in the state at all stages of pregnancy. The amendment required 55% voter support to pass. It was officially declared approved on Tuesday night.


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