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