In a joint effort, SBA Pro-Life America, the American Center for Law & Justice, and the Montana Family Foundation have submitted a brief challenging a proposed abortion ballot measure in Montana for violating state law. The brief highlights several issues of deception within the measure, including vague language regarding "health," the absence of a clear definition of "viability," and the broad scope of professionals who would be allowed to perform abortions.

The groups argue that the proposed constitutional amendment includes multiple amendments that are not closely related and have not been historically treated as a single subject. They express concern that Montana voters will not fully understand what they are voting for if the proposal moves forward, as the text of the amendment is filled with legally deficient and confusing language.

This is not an isolated case, as attorneys general in other states are also taking action to challenge deceptive ballot measures. In Arkansas, Attorney General Tim Griffin required activists to rewrite their proposed language due to its misleading nature. Similarly, Florida's Attorney General Ashley Moody has challenged a proposed abortion amendment in her state, with the Supreme Court hearing oral arguments on February 7. South Dakota's Attorney General Marty Jackley has also admonished abortion activists for deceiving voters to sign petitions.

Katie Daniel, the State Policy Director of SBA Pro-Life America, commented on the prevalence of deceptive language in abortion ballot measures across the country. She stated, "Abortion activists know they must cloak their amendments in misleading words because abortion in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters is incredibly unpopular and so is taking away parental rights and eliminating health protections for women."

The efforts of Attorney General Austin Knudsen in Montana, along with his counterparts in Arkansas, Florida, and South Dakota, are applauded for their commitment to upholding the law and ensuring transparency in the ballot measure process.

It is essential to note that Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, a network of over one million pro-life Americans, is actively working to end abortion by electing national leaders and advocating for life-saving laws, with a particular focus on promoting pro-life women leaders.

As the legal battle over the proposed abortion ballot measure in Montana continues, the concerns raised by these groups shed light on the importance of clarity and adherence to the law in the democratic process.