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Missouri Senate Approves Strict Abortion Referendum for 2026

5/15/2025

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The Missouri Senate has taken a significant step by approving a proposal to place a restrictive abortion referendum on the 2026 ballot, seeking to overturn recent protections. This measure would limit abortions to medical emergencies or certain instances of rape and incest, while also banning gender-affirming treatments for minors, intensifying the ongoing struggle for reproductive rights.

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The Missouri Senate has taken a significant step by approving a proposal to place a restrictive abortion referendum on the 2026 ballot, seeking to overturn recent protections. This measure would limit abortions to medical emergencies or certain instances of rape and incest, while also banning gender-affirming treatments for minors, intensifying the ongoing struggle for reproductive rights.