Massachusetts abortion-law opponents say they have signatures for 2028 referendum
The gist
Massachusetts abortion-law opponents say they collected 97,276 signatures for a 2028 referendum.
The count needs certification by Nov 6; the law still takes effect Nov 8.
How it unfolded
- Aug 2026Massachusetts passed a law making a physician's approval the sole requirement for abortion after 24 weeks; Gov. Maura Healey signed it.
- Oct 29, 2026The Compassionate Care Coalition announced it had collected 97,276 signatures from Massachusetts voters for a 2028 referendum on the law.
- Nov 6, 2026Deadline for supporters to file signatures; at least 37,289 are needed to put the referendum on the 2028 ballot and at least 49,716 to suspend the law until that election.