GUADALAJARA.- With 20 votes and 16 against, the Congress of Jalisco approved the decriminalization of abortion in the state, making it the 14th entity in the country to reform its legislation on this matter.
The local representative of Hagamos, Enrique Velázquez, mentioned that the option of abortion was not something possible for women without resources and that this was not a mandate from Congress, but had to be a direct obligation of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation.
It should be noted that reforms to the Health Law or Education to implement regulation in order to guarantee a safe abortion.
On the other hand, Morena’s deputy, José María Martínez, opposed it, arguing that there were contradictions in the ruling. Meanwhile, protests were generated outside Congress both against and in favor of abortion.
Legal abortion in Jalisco
Through the @GIRE account, a feminist organization that works so that women and people with the capacity to bear children can exercise their reproductive rights, celebrated that the local Congress has approved the reform, decriminalizing abortion.
The publication mentions that this achievement was due to the same organization that aims to ensure that no woman, trans man or non-binary person, and even health personnel, among others, are criminalized for having an abortion.
With the approval of the decriminalization of abortion, the order of a Collegiate Court and the resolution of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) are completed.
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Breaking News: Jalisco Becomes the 14th State in Mexico to Decriminalize Abortion
In a historic vote, the Congress of Jalisco has approved the decriminalization of abortion, making it the 14th state in Mexico to reform its legislation on this matter [[2]]. The decision comes after a long-standing struggle for reproductive rights in the country, which gained significant momentum in 2021 when the Mexican Supreme Court unanimously ruled that penalizing abortion is unconstitutional, setting a precedent across the whole country [[3]].
This development is particularly significant in light of recent changes in laws in some American states, which have led to an influx of women seeking reproductive health services in Mexico [[1]]. With its proximity to the US border and relatively liberal laws, Mexico has emerged as a destination for women seeking abortion services.
The decriminalization of abortion in Jalisco is a crucial step forward for reproductive rights in Mexico. According to Enrique Velázquez, the local representative of Hagamos, this decision provides women with a safe and legal option for terminating their pregnancies.
This move is part of a broader trend in Mexico, where 13 states have already decriminalized abortion. The decision in Jalisco paves the way for other states to follow suit, potentially leading to a complete overhaul of Mexico’s abortion laws.
As a neighboring country to the US, Mexico’s abortion laws have significant implications for American women, particularly those living in states with restrictive reproductive laws. With the current abortion landscape in the US, many women are being forced to seek healthcare services abroad. In this context, Mexico’s decriminalization of abortion serves as a beacon of hope for those seeking safe and accessible reproductive care.
The decriminalization of abortion in Jalisco represents a significant victory for women’s rights and reproductive health in Mexico. As the country continues to push forward with reforms, it sets a powerful example for other nations to follow.
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