Whitmer Signs Reproductive Freedom Directive
Update: Dec 12-23, 2022
On Wednesday, December 14, Governor Whitmer signed Executive Directive 2022-13 which instructs State of Michigan departments and agencies to prepare for the implementation of reproductive freedom in the Michigan Constitution. Departments and agencies are asked to review the aspects of reproductive rights that fall within their jurisdiction and identify ways they can protect and proactively increase protections for the fundamental right of reproductive healthcare.
Michigan voters approved Proposal 2022-3, which was on the November ballot. Proposal 3 will take effect on December 24.