Idaho Supreme Court approves state officials’ re-drafted abortion ballot initiative language

The Idaho Supreme Court ruled Sunday that revised explanations of the effects of voting for or against a proposed abortion rights initiative may appear on the November general election ballot. The 4-1 opinion came after the court previously ruled on Friday that drafted statements by Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador and Secretary of State Phil [

By: Laura Guido

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: September 8, 2026

Words: 504

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 4 days ago

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The Idaho Supreme Court ruled Sunday that revised explanations of the effects of voting for or against a proposed abortion rights initiative may appear on the November general election ballot.

The 4-1 opinion came after the court previously ruled on Friday that drafted statements by Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador and Secretary of State Phil McGrane did not comply with a state law requiring a clear and concise statement …

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