Abortion and gender restrictions in full focus with Amendment 3

Many area residents have expressed interest in Constitutional Amendment No. 3, which is focused on abortion and gender transition restrictions.
The ballot item has easy-to-read bullet points that summarize what a “Yes” vote will do.
It will “repeal the 2024 voter-approved amendment providing reproductive healthcare rights,” which includes abortion through what is described as “fetal viability.”
A “Yes” vote also allows legislation to regulate abortion and makes sure there is informed and voluntary consent for an abortion, which includes parental consent or judicial consent for minors receiving an abortion.
The measure’s approval also allows abortions for rape and incest under 12 weeks gestation and fetal anomalies.
A woman’s ability to access medical care for ectopic pregnancies, medical emergencies and miscarriages is ensured.
Additionally, a “yes” vote also allows legislation to regular abortion providers and facilities to make sure there is an emphasis on health and safety.
One final item prohibits gender transition procedures for minors. This includes gender transition surgeries, cross sex hormones or puberty blocking drugs.
Many churches have been willing to take a stand and encourage a “Yes” vote.
Voters choosing a “No” vote will in essence keep the 2024 measure in place that does not limit abortion to medical emergency, rape and incest under the 12 weeks gestation and fetal anomalies.
The “No” vote also does not prohibit gender transition procedures for minors.
Additionally, the ballot notes that state government entities estimates no costs or savings with a “Yes” vote.
Greene County notes it may experience an unknown increase in tax revenue.
The Missouri Farm Bureau and the Missouri Republican Party are encouraging voters to vote “Yes” on Amendment 3.
The National Organization for Women (NOW) and the Missouri Democrat Party are encouraging a “No” vote.
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg donated $1.25 million to encourage a “No” vote in Missouri.