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Abortion-rights activists rally outside the Supreme Court in Washington on April 2, 2025. | Jose Luis Magana, AP
April 16, 2025

Fewer people are traveling out of state for abortions

The number of people coming to Florida for abortions dropped dramatically from 2023 to 2024.…

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State Sen. Tracie Davis, D-Jacksonville, recalls her 2011 abortion after sustaining an ectopic pregnancy. She spoke during a campaign event May 1, 2024, at the Prime Osborn Convention Center in Jacksonville. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
February 19, 2025

Female lawmakers seek to reverse Florida’s abortion law

State Sen. Tracie Davis, D-Jacksonville, has introduced a bill to repeal Florida’s six-week abortion ban.…

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Members of the The National Women's Liberation group and Planned Parenthood paint a wall commemorating the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision legalizing abortion on Jan. 10, 2019. in Gainesville. | Chris Day, Fresh Take Florida
February 13, 2025

What the latest data shows about Florida’s abortion ban

Abortions in Florida have declined for the first time since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022.…

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Demonstrators rally in support of abortion rights outside Orlando City Hall on May 3, 2022. | John Raoux, AP
November 5, 2024

Abortion rights amendment falls short of passage

The proposal received support from 57% of voters, less than the 60% needed to pass.…

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The Florida Capitol Complex is viewed, Tuesday, March 29, 2022, in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
October 24, 2024

NOV. 5 VOTER GUIDE | Florida Amendments

Background and more info on the six Florida constitutional amendments on the ballot in 2024.…

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Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke in Tuesday, Oct. 22, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Jacksonville. | Governor’s Rumble page
October 22, 2024

DeSantis assails Amendment 4 at Jacksonville church

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appearance in Jacksonville was part of his public campaign against the Amendment 4 abortion issue.…

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October 18, 2024

Judge rebukes state for threats over TV abortion ads

A federal judge ruled the state violated the First Amendment when it threatened TV stations over ads supporting the abortion…

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September 25, 2024

PolitiFact FL: Amendment 4 on abortion is short. Does a lack of definitions mean no rules?

PolitiFact concludes that a TV ad opposing the abortion amendment makes a Mostly False claim.…

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September 9, 2024

DeSantis defends abortion information posted by state agency: ‘not electioneering’

With Democrats accusing the state Agency for Health Care Administration of improper politicking, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday described as…

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Doctors with Planned Parenthood say despite state health officials' attempts to clarify exceptions to the six-week abortion ban, they're still worried for patients. | Stephanie Colombini, WUSF
August 23, 2024

Most young women in Florida support abortion, survey finds

Support for abortion access in Florida cuts across party lines, according to a survey published this month by the KFF…

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Some pregnant women are bypassing Florida's six-week abortion ban by traveling to other states where the procedure is less restricted. | NUTAWUT, Day Of Victory Stu, stock.adobe.com
August 15, 2024

Florida’s abortion law drives women to other states

Abortions have declined in Florida since a six-week law took effect, but many women are traveling to other states or…

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Former President Donald Trump stands on stage at the Republican Party of Florida Freedom Summit on Nov. 4, 2023, in Kissimmee. | Phelan M. Ebenhack, AP
July 30, 2024

New Florida poll: Trump leads; support strong for abortion and recreational weed

Republican Donald Trump has a 7-point lead over Democrat Kamala Harris among Florida voters, according to a new poll from…

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July 26, 2024

Florida Supreme Court asked to reject abortion statement

Floridians Protecting Freedom contends a statement that will appear on the ballot with Amendment 4 is inaccurate and political.…

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Amy Baker, coordinator of the Legislature’s Office of Economic & Demographic Research, says it’s tough to speculate about potential litigation costs related to the passage of the abortion rights constitutional proposal. | The Florida Channel
July 17, 2024

Abortion rights supporters allege ‘dirty trick’ on ballot

Supporters of Amendment 4 say a statement on the ballot will mislead voters about the proposed constitutional amendment.…

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Vice President Kamala Harris visited the Prime Osborn Convention Center in Jacksonville to decry Florida's abortion laws that outlaw the procedure six weeks after conception on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
May 1, 2024

Kamala Harris assails Florida abortion law in Jacksonville

The vice president said the Heatbeat Protection Act, which took effect Wednesday, stripped 4 million women of reproductive freedom.…

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Patients have been waiting four to five weeks for an appointment at Planned Parenthood's Tallahassee health center due to increased demand, officials said. | Colin Abbey, Planned Parenthood of South, East and North Florida
May 1, 2024

7 things to know about Florida’s 6-week abortion law

Florida’s new law took effect Wednesday, banning most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy.…

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April 30, 2024

Florida’s 6-week abortion ban takes effect Wednesday

Until the law changes, abortions are allowed in Florida up to 15 weeks. The change has people on both sides…

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Mayor Donna Deegan welcomes Vice President Kamala Harris to Jacksonville on July 21, 2023. | Claire Heddles, Jacksonville Today
April 25, 2024

Kamala Harris headed to Jacksonville in abortion push

The vice president will campaign here Wednesday as Democrats try to make abortion a key issue in the 2024 elections.…

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April 21, 2024

OPINION | More than a matter of choice 

Floridians will have an opportunity to restore reproductive freedom through a ballot amendment in November.…

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April 9, 2024

Abortion ballot issue might not end legal fights

Three Supreme Court justices warned about legal fights if the abortion rights amendment passes in Florida.…

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April 5, 2024

DeSantis: ‘This state will start to smell like marijuana’

Gov. Ron DeSantis lashed out Thursday at proposed constitutional amendments that would protect abortion rights and legalize recreational marijuana.…

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis gives his State of the State address during a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives on Jan. 9, 2024. | Gary McCullough, AP
April 4, 2024

Six issues headed to the November ballot

Floridians will consider six proposed constitutional amendments including abortion rights, recreational marijuana and partisan school board elections.…

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Patients often have to wait four to five weeks for an appointment at Planned Parenthood's Tallahassee health center due to increased demand, officials said. | Colin Abbey, Planned Parenthood Of South, East And North Florida
April 3, 2024

Planned Parenthood prepares for 6-week abortion ban

Centers in North Florida and elswhere have been working for months to strengthen partnerships with health centers in other states.…

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A woman joins hundreds gathering for an abortion rights rally outside the Duval County Courthouse on June 24, 2022. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today.
April 2, 2024

Democrats could benefit from abortion and marijuana votes

The two issues are widely expected to boost turnout among voters who feel strongly about both matters, particularly suburban women…