The latest election results in Montana have shown that voters are in favor of Constitutional Initiative No. 128, known as CI-128. This initiative aims to provide individuals with the rights to their own pregnancy decisions, including the right to an abortion, without government interference. The Associated Press has called the results for CI-128 as passing, indicating widespread support for the initiative among Montana citizens.
According to the official language provided by the Montana Voter Information Pamphlet by the Secretary of State website, CI-128 seeks to amend the Montana Constitution to expressly establish a right to make and carry out decisions about one’s own pregnancy, including the right to abortion. The initiative prohibits the government from denying or burdening the right to abortion before fetal viability, as well as denying or burdening access to an abortion when medically necessary to protect the pregnant patient’s life or health.
Moreover, CI-128 aims to prevent the government from penalizing patients, healthcare providers, or individuals who assist someone in exercising their right to make voluntary decisions about their pregnancy. Overall, the passing of CI-128 marks a significant step forward in ensuring reproductive rights and autonomy for individuals in Montana. With the support of voters, this initiative is set to have a positive impact on the lives of pregnant individuals in the state.
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