Missouri AG Vows to Enforce Abortion Restrictions

Missouri's Attorney General Andrew Bailey has confirmed that he will enforce certain abortion restrictions despite the recent approval of Amendment 3, which allows abortion up to fetal viability but permits regulations post-viability. Bailey's office will maintain a ban on abortions after viability and uphold laws requiring parental consent for minors, arguing that the amendment does not grant rights to pressure individuals into abortions. Meanwhile, Republican Rep. Justin Sparks has proposed a resolution to block the right to abortion entirely, setting the stage for further legislative debate in the upcoming session. This proposal reflects ongoing tensions within Missouri's Republican party following the election, where 51.6% of voters supported the amendment. Planned Parenthood has also filed a lawsuit aiming to challenge the state's abortion ban as Amendment 3 takes effect, highlighting the contentious nature of reproductive rights in the state. As these legal and political battles unfold, they contribute to the broader national conversation about abortion access following the overturning of Roe v. Wade.