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This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to be submitted to Missouri voters at the 2026 general election, which would add a new section to the state constitution addressing two specific healthcare procedures. The amendment would prohibit gender transition procedures for individuals under 18 years old and severely restrict abortion access, allowing the procedure only in cases of medical emergency or rape. Specifically, the proposed constitutional change would prevent healthcare providers from performing gender transition treatments on minors and ban most abortions, with the general assembly granted explicit authority to create laws implementing these restrictions. By placing these provisions directly in the state constitution, the resolution seeks to create a more permanent legal framework for regulating these medical procedures, moving beyond traditional statutory law which can be more easily changed.

Health and Social Services

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