Montana AG Blocks Abortion Rights Ballot Initiative From Moving Forward
The measure would enshrine abortion rights in the Montana state constitution.
Source: truthout.org
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The measure would enshrine abortion rights in the Montana state constitution.
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen rejected a proposed ballot measure seeking to enshrine the right to abortion in the state constitution, with proponents vowing to appeal the decision.
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has blocked a ballot proposal seeking to create a constitutional right to abortion, labeling the initiative “legally insufficient” after a required review by his office.
Backers of the initiative have 10 days to challenge the decision in court.