Believe it or not, New Mexico still has an old, outdated law from the 1960s on the books that criminalizes abortion. Although the law is unconstitutional (and unenforceable) under Roe v. Wade, it’s important to get it off the books now, given the precarious nature of the U.S. Supreme Court and the potential for this outdated law to be used to shame and criminalize women and providers. We are asking our legislature to repeal this outdated law once and for all so we can continue our state’s tradition of protecting access to safe and legal abortion.
Decriminalize Abortion
Sponsors
Rep. Joanne Ferrary
Status
Lost: bill did not pass
Session
2019
Bill number
HB 51
Position
Support
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