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HJR 80

Proposing a constitutional amendment guaranteeing the rights to an abortion and to assisted reproductive technology treatments and procedures, including in vitro fertilization.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by John Bryant

HJR 80 proposes amending the state constitution to protect abortion rights and access to assisted reproductive technologies like IVF, limiting lawmakers' ability to restrict these rights.

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Bill Summary · HJR 80

Summary of HJR 80: Constitutional Amendment for Abortion and Reproductive Rights

Main Purpose and Intent

HJR 80 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would enshrine the rights to abortion and assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatments and procedures, including in vitro fertilization (IVF), in the state constitution. The resolution aims to protect these reproductive rights by elevating them to the constitutional level.

Key Provisions

The key provisions of HJR 80 are:

  1. Establishing a constitutional right to abortion, including the right to have an abortion and to receive abortion care.
  2. Establishing a constitutional right to access assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatments and procedures, including in vitro fertilization (IVF).
  3. Prohibiting the state from restricting, banning, or interfering with these constitutionally protected rights.

Affected Parties

If passed, HJR 80 would impact:

  • Individuals seeking abortion services
  • Individuals seeking ART treatments and procedures like IVF
  • Healthcare providers offering abortion and ART services
  • State and local governments, as the amendment would limit their ability to regulate or restrict these rights

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

As a joint resolution, HJR 80 must be approved by a 2/3 majority in both the state House and Senate before being put to a public vote as a constitutional amendment. If the resolution is approved by the legislature, it would then appear on the next general election ballot for voters to consider.

If the constitutional amendment is approved by voters, the rights to abortion and ART would be enshrined in the state constitution, making them more difficult for the legislature to restrict or remove in the future.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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