On November 5, 2024, the voting citizens of Florida chose to defeat the proposed amendment that had been introduced, then challenged, and ultimately placed on the ballot. Amendment 4 was intended to amend the state constitution by adding a right to abortion before the point of viability, which is generally understood to be at 24 weeks gestational age. If the measure had passed, it would have erased current pro-life protections, may have eliminated parental consent and safety protocols for women and girls, and allowed for abortions later in pregnancy.
According to state law, at least 60% approval from voters is required to amend the constitution. The measure failed to be approved, with barely 57% of voters supporting the amendment.
