Arizona Abortion Ban from 1864

SOURCE npr.org
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled that an old law banning nearly all abortions from 1864 can be enforced again. Lawmakers are regrouping to try to keep abortion legal, with conflicting bans in place. Efforts are being made to put a referendum on the ballot in November to protect abortion rights.

Key Points

  • Arizona Supreme Court ruled to enforce 1864 abortion ban
  • Efforts to repeal the ban facing challenges
  • Referendum on the ballot in November could protect abortion rights
  • Republicans and Democrats in disagreement over the law

Pros

  • Efforts to keep abortion legal are ongoing
  • Referendum on the ballot in November to protect abortion rights

Cons

  • Conflicting abortion bans in place
  • Uncertainty for providers and individuals seeking access to procedures