Bill > SB297

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to the Hawaii State Constitution that would explicitly protect reproductive freedom by prohibiting the state from denying or interfering with an individual's most intimate reproductive decisions. Specifically, the amendment would enshrine three key rights: (1) the right to choose to obtain an abortion of a nonviable fetus, (2) the right to obtain an abortion that is necessary to protect the life or health of the parent, and (3) the right to choose to obtain or use contraceptives. If approved, this amendment would be added to Article I of the Hawaii State Constitution and would require voter approval through a ballot measure. The ballot question would directly ask voters whether they support prohibiting the state from denying or interfering with an individual's reproductive freedom, with specific mention of abortion and contraceptive rights. Once approved, the amendment would take effect in accordance with the state constitution's existing procedures for constitutional amendments, which typically involve a public vote and compliance with specific legal requirements.

Health and Social Services, Justice

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=297&year=2025