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Citizens from some U.S. states will be voting on November 3rd on matters that could directly affect healthcare in their regions. From abortion rights to medical marijuana, here are the measures on the ballots and the results as they roll in.
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Key Facts
Only nine states have measures on the ballot related to healthcare this year.
Three states are voting on a tax increase on tobacco products to fund government healthcare programs.
Both Mississippi and South Dakota approved measures legalizing medical marijuana in the state.
Other issues that the voters can decide on include abortion access, comprehensive sex education in schools, and government funds for stem cell research.
California
Proposition 14: Stem Cell Research
This proposition would authorize $5.5 billion in bonds for stem cell research in the state. Proponents point to the many advances of healthcare treatments from California’s stem…
