4 abortion related ballot measures across 4 states will be presented to voters on November 3. Each of these measures is briefly detailed below.
Idaho: Proposition 1, Reproductive Freedom and Privacy Act Initiative, if passed, would create a right to reproductive freedom and privacy, declaring that the state can regulate abortion after the point of fetal viability, except in cases of medical emergency. It would additionally state that the government can not interfere with a number of personal decisions about reproductive healthcare, such as childbirth care and contraception.
Missouri: The Prohibit Abortion and Gender Transition Procedures for Minors Amendment, if passed, would repeal the state constitution's "right to reproductive freedom," which was approved by voters in 2024. It would additionally prohibit gender transition surgeries for minors in the state of Missouri, as well as the prescription or administration of cross-sex hormones or puberty-blocking drugs to minors.
Nevada: Question 6, The Right to Abortion Initiative, if passed, would establish a state constitutional right to abortion.
Virginia: The Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment, if passed, would add a section to the state constitution that establishes a right to reproductive freedom.
To learn more about these ballot measures, as well as what else is on your November 3 ballot, visit Ballotpedia or contact your local elections office.