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Florida Court approves 6-week abortion ban, voters to decide fate – World News Network

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Last updated: April 2, 2024 12:00 am
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Florida [US], April 2 (ANI): The Florida Supreme Court on Monday (local time) reshaped the state’s abortion landscape by overturning longstanding privacy protections and permitting a six-week abortion ban, The New York Times reported.
In a separate decision released at the same time, the Court, however, allowed Florida voters to decide this fall whether to expand abortion access.
This ruling marks a departure from decades of legal precedent, effectively empowering Florida to implement restrictive measures on abortion access.
Simultaneously, the justices granted Florida voters a pivotal role in shaping abortion policy. By a 4 to 3 margin, the court approved a proposed constitutional amendment that aims to ensure abortion rights “before viability,” typically around 24 weeks of pregnancy, according to the NYT report.
This decision underscores the ongoing national debate surrounding abortion rights and reflects the enduring legacy of the landmark Roe v Wade decision of 1973.
The conservative-leaning court’s validation of a 15-week abortion ban enacted in 2022 sets the stage for the enforcement of the six-week ban, which was passed last year. With this ruling, Florida joins neighbouring states in adopting increasingly stringent abortion regulations, dramatically altering its status as a historically accessible destination for abortion seekers in the South.
However, amidst the tightening restrictions, proponents of abortion rights find a glimmer of hope in the approval of the ballot measure. This initiative allows advocates to mobilise support and engage voters directly on the issue, mirroring successful efforts in seven other states, including Kansas, Ohio, and Michigan.
Florida, as the largest state among approximately 10 others where abortion rights groups are striving to secure access, holds significant sway in the national conversation surrounding reproductive rights. The ramifications of these legal developments extend beyond Florida’s borders, potentially influencing abortion policies nationwide.
The impact of these rulings is profound, particularly for women in southern states who historically relied on Florida for abortion services. With access now constrained, individuals may face the prospect of travelling longer distances to obtain abortions, exacerbating logistical challenges and further limiting reproductive choices, The New York Times reported. (ANI)

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