"Florida Voters to Decide on Strict 6-Week Abortion Ban"

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"Florida Voters to Decide on Strict 6-Week Abortion Ban"
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The Florida Supreme Court ruled that the State Constitution's privacy protections do not extend to abortion, allowing the state to ban the procedure after six weeks of pregnancy. However, the court also permitted a ballot question on whether to expand abortion access, giving voters the opportunity to directly weigh in on the issue. This decision reflects the ongoing national debate on abortion rights and marks a significant shift in Florida's abortion policies, potentially impacting women from Southern states who historically sought abortions in Florida.

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