Left-wing activists in Montana are collecting signatures for a constitutional amendment, CI-128, to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution, allowing for abortions throughout pregnancy based on a doctor's judgment to protect a woman's life or health.
Key Points
CI-128 aims to provide a right to make decisions about one's own pregnancy, including abortion
The amendment allows for abortions throughout pregnancy based on a doctor's judgment to protect a woman's life or health
Pro-abortion groups like Planned Parenthood of Montana and ACLU of Montana are supporting the initiative
Pros
Enshrines the right to abortion in the Montana constitution
Protects a woman's right to make decisions about her own pregnancy
Prevents the government from denying or burdening access to abortion before fetal viability
Cons
Controversial issue with differing opinions on the ethical implications of abortion
Opposition from groups advocating for the rights of unborn children