Ohioans voted to protect access to abortion and reproductive rights in their state constitution.
This decision comes after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
Issue 1 passed with a 56-44% vote, with 91% of precincts reporting.
The victory signifies Ohioans' belief that abortion is healthcare.
Ohio joins other states in securing abortion protections as the U.S. Supreme Court devolved these decisions to local lawmakers and voters.
The path to this victory faced significant challenges, including attempts to block the abortion measure in the Ohio Constitution.
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose and state lawmakers led efforts to hinder the amendment.