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California Proposition 73 appeared on the November 8, 2005 special statewide ballot[1] in California, where it failed. The measure was an initiated constitutional amendment.
3,610,475 (or 47.3%) voters were in favor and 4,023,840 (or 52.7%) were opposed.
The measure proposed a mandatory waiting period and parental notification before a minor could obtain an abortion.
The summary of the initiative prepared by the Attorney General of California read:
Amends California Constitution, defining and prohibiting abortion for unemancipated minor until 48 hours after physician notifies minor's parent/guardian, except in medical emergency or with parental waiver. Mandates reporting requirements. Authorizes monetary damages against physicians for violation.
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- ↑ The 2005 special elections in California
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