Bill
HJR 35
Overview: HJR 35, Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing an individual's right to personal reproductive autonomy, Filed, Introduced: August 21, 2025Purpose and Intent: T
Overview: HJR 35, Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing an individual's right to personal reproductive autonomy, Filed, Introduced: August 21, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this joint resolution is to amend the state constitution to enshrine an individual's fundamental right to personal reproductive autonomy. This would protect the ability of residents to make their own decisions regarding reproductive health, including access to abortion services.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a constitutional right to personal reproductive autonomy, including the right to use or refuse contraception and the right to continue a pregnancy to term or have an abortion
- Prohibits the state from infringing on this right except in limited circumstances to protect the health and wellbeing of the pregnant individual
- Requires the state to ensure reasonable access to reproductive healthcare services, including abortion
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- This amendment would directly impact all individuals of reproductive age in the state by protecting their right to make personal reproductive decisions
- Healthcare providers would be required to ensure reasonable access to the full range of reproductive services
- The state may face legal challenges in attempting to regulate or restrict reproductive rights under the new constitutional protections
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- As a constitutional amendment, this bill requires a 3/5 majority vote in both legislative chambers and approval by voters in a statewide referendum
- If adopted, the reproductive rights protections would take immediate effect, establishing a new legal framework for the state
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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