Seven states pass measures to protect abortion rights in recent elections

In the recent elections, seven out of ten states that voted on abortion rights successfully passed measures to protect reproductive freedoms. These new constitutional amendments may override existing abortion bans in some states. Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Missouri, Montana, and Nevada all approved amendments to secure abortion rights. In contrast, Nebraska and South Dakota saw measures that either maintained or introduced stricter abortion restrictions. The results reflect a shift in state-level policies following the Supreme Court's 2022 decision, allowing states to determine their own abortion laws. Public opinion remains largely in favor of legal abortion, with many states now enshrining these rights in their constitutions.