By Bonnie Boyce-Wilson | Women’s Watch
The Arizona for Abortion Access ballot measure amends the Arizona constitution to include the right for a person to make their own decision on abortion.
This measure would ensure Arizonans are able to make decisions about abortion with their health care provider. It also states that the government cannot limit abortion prior to the point at which a fetus could survive outside the womb unless a health care provider determines the abortion is needed to preserve a pregnant person‘s life or health.
Nine in 10 Arizonans agree that each of us should have the freedom to decide how and when we start or grow a family, free from political interference. No matter how Arizonans personally feel about abortion, they know every person should be able to make their own decisions with their doctors and those they love and trust.
Abortion is safe and common. One in four people who can get pregnant will have an abortion at some point.
What to Know About the Arizona For Abortion Access Campaign
The Arizona for Abortion Access campaign is being led by trusted reproductive rights advocacy organizations: ACLU of Arizona, and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona: NARAL pro-choice, Affirm Sexual and Reproductive Health; Arizona List, and Healthcare Rising Arizona.
Previous ballot initiatives have been challenged in court by well-funded and powerful opponents, even with major support from Arizona voters. While 383,923 valid signatures are required to get this measure on the ballot, the campaign aims to collect over 600,000 signatures to ensure voter support is indisputable. The deadline to submit signatures is July 3, 2024.
For information see the website for ACLU Arizona at acluaz.org.
Reader reactions, pro or con, are welcomed at AzOpinions@iniusa.org.
