In a significant development for reproductive rights in Nevada, voters have given an initial endorsement to a ballot measure aimed at enshrining abortion rights in the state constitution. This approval, however, is just the first step; the proposal must also receive voter support again in the 2026 election to successfully amend the constitution.

The initiative, spearheaded by a political action committee known as Nevadans for Reproductive Freedom, successfully collected the required signatures to present this important question to the electorate. Presently, a state law enacted in 1990 permits abortions up to 24 weeks of gestation. Nevertheless, advocates in Nevada, along with proponents nationwide, have intensified their efforts to bolster abortion access, particularly following the U.S. Supreme Court’s reversal of Roe v. Wade in 2022.

This ballot measure’s approval was confirmed early Wednesday morning, at around 3:21 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, marking a pivotal moment for those advocating for reproductive rights in the state. As dialogue around abortion continues to evolve in the aftermath of national legal changes, Nevada’s push to secure constitutional protections reflects a growing demand for reproductive autonomy among its residents. This initiative represents not only a legal effort but also a societal commitment to safeguarding reproductive freedom in the face of shifting judicial landscapes.