H.B. No. 3668 proposes a statewide referendum that would allow Texas voters to express their preference regarding the repeal of any additional restrictions on abortion access that may be enacted by the 89th Legislature during its Regular Session in 2025. If such legislation is passed, the referendum would take place during the general election on November 4, 2025. The ballot will include a proposition asking voters whether the legislature should repeal these additional restrictions, clearly stating that the referendum is an expression of public opinion only and does not have binding legal effect.
The bill outlines the election procedures for the referendum, including how notice will be given and how votes will be counted, mirroring the process for constitutional amendment elections. It emphasizes the legislature's intent to consider the will of the people on this significant issue, despite the rarity of conducting referendums on statewide matters. The act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote from both houses; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025.