Abortion rights supporters in Ohio have taken the first step in potentially getting the issue on the ballot in November in a statewide election.
last summer. However, in October, a judge issued an injunction while litigation plays out.
The amendment would also prevent state officials from interfering, prohibiting or penalizing a person for making choices related to reproductive health.
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