Florida Supreme Court Upholds 15-Week Abortion Ban, Allows Voters to Decide on Amendment
In a landmark decision, the Florida Supreme Court has upheld a 15-week ban on abortion and allowed voters to decide on a proposed constitutional amendment that would enshrine abortion rights in the state. The ruling, issued on Monday, rejected an argument by the state Attorney General Ashley Moody that the proposed amendment should be kept off the ballot.
Attorney General Moody, a Republican, argued that the proposed amendment was deceptive and would expand access to abortion in ways that voters may not realize. She expressed concerns that the measure would allow for dangerous late-term abortions and eliminate important health regulations.
Despite the dissent from three female justices on the court, the majority decision was hailed by Governor Ron DeSantis’ Press Secretary Julia Friedland. Friedland stated that the dissenting justices “got it right” and emphasized that the proposed amendment was misleading and would confuse voters.
The high court’s decision also upheld Florida’s ban on most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, paving the way for a subsequently passed six-week ban to take effect. This ruling has significant implications for abortion rights in the state and has sparked debate among supporters and opponents of abortion.
Abortion-rights supporters across the country have been closely watching the developments in Florida, especially in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade. The decision in Florida comes as voters in other states, such as Maryland and New York, prepare to weigh in on similar constitutional amendments related to abortion rights.
The Florida Supreme Court’s rulings on abortion have ignited a heated debate on the issue, with advocates on both sides gearing up for a contentious battle ahead of the upcoming elections. As the state grapples with the implications of these decisions, the future of abortion rights in Florida remains uncertain.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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