Virginia voters have approved a constitutional amendment establishing a "fundamental right to reproductive freedom," securing protections for abortion access during the first two trimesters of pregnancy. The measure permits state regulations in the third trimester but maintains access when necessary to protect the life or health of the pregnant person. With the amendment now enshrined in the state constitution, legal challenges and policy debates over reproductive rights are expected to intensify. Live updates, fact checks, and full results are available as the election’s final outcomes unfold.
2026 ELECTION COVERAGE: Watch Live | Poll Closing Times | All Live Results | Live Updates | Live Fact Check Voters have approved a ballot measure that creates a "fundamental right to reproductive freedom" in the Virginia Constitution. The amendment passed Tuesday ensures abortions can occur during the first two trimesters of pregnancy. It allows government regulations during the third trimester while still ensuring that abortions can be carried out to protect the life and...
