Amendment 3 | Missouri Catholic Conference

2026 Amendment 3

What is Amendment 3?

Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins has certified HJR 73 for the November 3, 2026, general election. Ironically, the measure will appear as “Amendment 3”, even though it aims to roll back some of the worst provisions of the pro-abortion constitutional amendment that was narrowly approved in the 2024 general election.

If approved by voters, Amendment 3 would amend the Missouri Constitution to:

- - Ban transgender procedures for minors
  - Guarantee women have access to safe healthcare
  - Require parental consent before minors have an abortion
  - Ensure clinics have qualified medical professionals and proper cleanliness standards
  - Severly limit public funding for abortion services

To view the official documents issued by the Secretary of State with the Official Ballot Language, click here.

Bishops Statements

Missouri Bishops’ Statement on Amendment 3

Prayer for the Success of Amendment 3

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Ever-living God, you give life and desire a
future for all your children. Take hold of our
nation, state, and community and awaken
in every heart awe for the gift of life. Send
your Spirit to strengthen us with wisdom
and fortitude as we defend mothers
and children in Missouri from laws that
disregard their health and safety.
Mary and Joseph trusted in you and
welcomed Jesus into our broken world.
God Almighty, we ask their intercession to
protect the preborn and their mothers, and
to guide all parents in raising their children.
May they help us build a civilization of love
by upholding the sacredness of life and
accompanying pregnant women in need.