An extremely grave amendment has been placed on the November 2024 ballot that seeks to erase pro-life protections by inserting language into the Florida Constitution prohibiting regulation of abortion. The amendment would allow late-term abortions, including when the baby is capable of feeling pain, and would eliminate laws requiring parental consent and safety protocols for women. The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops is working hard to oppose this dangerous and deceptive amendment and urges all Floridians to vote "NO" on Amendment 4.
"We urge all Floridians of goodwill to stand against the legalization of late-term abortion and oppose the abortion amendment. In doing so, we will not only protect the weakest, most innocent, and defenseless of human life among us but also countless women throughout the state from the harms of abortion," said the bishops of Florida in their statement on Amendment 4.
Statement: Florida Bishops Oppose Extreme Abortion Amendment (English) | (Spanish)For more information, go to https://www.flaccb.org/abortion-amendment
Pray to Defeat Florida's Abortion Amendment
Resources from the Diocese of Venice
What is Amendment 4?
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General Facts Sheet – What It Does
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FACT 1 – Puts Women At Risk
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FACT 2 – Allows Second and Third Trimester Abortions
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FACT 3 – Creates A Broad “Health” Loophole
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FACT 4 – Weakens Medical Doctor Requirement
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FACT 5 – Eliminates Parental Consent
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