Florida Supreme Court ruling on Amendment 4 regarding abortion rights

SOURCE www.newsweek.com
Florida's Supreme Court is expected to rule on Amendment 4, which aims to ensure abortion remains legal until fetal viability. The amendment's wording is under scrutiny with arguments from both sides of the debate.

Key Points

  • Amendment 4 aims to ensure abortion remains legal until fetal viability.
  • The Supreme Court is reviewing the wording of the measure before it can be put on the ballot.
  • The debate includes concerns about the interpretation of 'viability' and the power given to healthcare providers.

Pros

  • Amendment 4 seeks to protect abortion rights until fetal viability.
  • The ballot summary is clear and precise, according to supporters of the amendment.

Cons

  • Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody argues that the term 'viability' is ambiguous.
  • Opponents of the amendment raise concerns about the broad interpretation of the wording.