Mississippi HB850 would repeal abortion restrictions and hold a statewide referendum on prohibiting abortions.
Mississippi HB850 would repeal sections of the Mississippi Code that prohibit abortions except in cases necessary for the mother's life or when the pregnancy was caused by rape. The bill also mandates a statewide special election on November 3, 2026, to decide whether to prohibit abortions. If a majority votes "Yes," the repeal will not take effect. If a majority votes "No," the repeal will take effect on January 1, 2027.
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