1864 abortion ban briefly revived, then repealed by legislature
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⚖ repealed effective Sept 14, 2024
Arizona · ARS § 13-3603 (1864 law); repealed by HB 2677 (2024) · Decided Apr 9, 2024
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The Arizona Supreme Court ruled in April 2024 that the state's 1864 near-total abortion ban was enforceable. The legislature repealed the 1864 law (HB 2677, signed May 2, 2024, effective Sept 14, 2024) before it was substantially enforced, and voters passed Proposition 139 in November 2024 (about 62%) enshrining abortion rights in the state constitution.
Reproductive rightsVoting & electionsYoung adults (18-30)Working-age adultsWomenLow-incomePregnant people
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