Summary
Several U.S. states are preparing to let voters decide on abortion laws during the 2026 midterm elections. States like Missouri, Nevada, Virginia, Idaho, and Oregon have important measures or amendments proposed that will address abortion access and related issues. The goal is to either protect or restrict abortion rights in these states depending on voter decisions.
Key Facts
- Missouri will have a ballot measure in 2026 to decide on removing abortion rights from the state's constitution.
- Nevada voters need to approve a measure for a second time to protect abortion access, keeping it legal up to 25 weeks and six days.
- Virginia may introduce the Reproductive Freedom Amendment to ensure abortion rights with some conditions related to medical necessity.
- Idaho might present an initiative to expand reproductive care, altering its current near-total abortion ban.
- Oregon is considering a broad measure related to pregnancy outcomes, aiming to ensure no discrimination based on pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
- The outcome of these measures can significantly change how each state regulates abortion and reproductive rights.
- President Trump's administration supports a federal policy to prohibit gender-affirming care for minors.
