House Bill No. by Representative Freeman proposes a constitutional amendment to Article I, Section 20.1 of the Louisiana Constitution, which aims to establish rights and protections for individuals regarding their reproductive healthcare decisions. The bill seeks to delete the existing language that states nothing in the constitution shall be construed to secure or protect a right to abortion or require funding for abortion. In its place, the amendment introduces new provisions affirming that all persons have the right to make decisions about reproductive healthcare, including contraception, fertility treatment, pregnancy continuation, miscarriage care, abortion care, and birthing options.

Additionally, the proposed amendment prohibits government interference in these decisions and ensures that individuals are treated with dignity and respect. It also protects individuals from penalties or discrimination for exercising their reproductive rights and clarifies that no one shall face prosecution for pregnancy-related outcomes such as miscarriage or abortion. The amendment will be submitted to voters for approval in a statewide election scheduled for November 5, 2024.