Voters across 41 states decide on 160 ballot initiatives in recent election
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Voters across 41 states decided on about 160 ballot initiatives in the recent election, covering issues like abortion, marijuana, and immigration. This election saw a record 11 measures related to abortion. In abortion-related votes, Arizona approved a constitutional amendment for access, while Nebraska maintained a 12-week ban. Florida and North Dakota rejected recreational marijuana legalization, and South Dakota's results are still pending. California and Colorado passed measures to protect same-sex marriage, while Massachusetts voters rejected a proposal for psychedelic legalization. Additionally, Alaska and Missouri approved minimum wage increases, and Arizona granted law enforcement more power to enforce immigration laws.