Voters in Missouri, Colorado and New York approve abortion rights measures in state constitutions
Voters in Missouri, Colorado, and New York approved measures to enshrine abortion rights in their state constitutions. Measures in Maryland and Arizona are also expected to pass, while a similar measure in Florida failed.
This election featured a record number of reproductive rights measures, with 11 initiatives across 10 states. The push for these measures follows the Supreme Court's 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, which led to increased restrictions on abortion in many states.
Activists have mobilized to place these issues on ballots, reflecting public concern over reproductive rights. The outcome of these measures could significantly impact access to abortion in the states involved.