The submission from “Reproductive Freedom for All” comes as state courts weigh challenges to Michigan’s 1931 abortion ban.
Attorney Steve Liedel is with the campaign. At an event following the signature drop off, he said the proposed amendment would override that law if approved by voters.
“Folks in an executive or administrative capacity have an oath to faithfully uphold the constitution if this amendment is adopted, including this amendment. And they’re prohibited by that oath and other laws of the state from acting inconsistent with this constitutional amendment.”
Now that “Reproductive Freedom for All” has turned in signatures for the proposal, the state Bureau of Elections must check them for validity.
There’s also an opportunity for opponents of the measure to issue a challenge.