Background & Purpose
The government wants to strengthen the legal protection for abortion and provide new tools to combat organized crime and misuse of citizenship. These changes require amendments to the Instrument of Government, which is one of Sweden's fundamental laws.
The Decision
The parliament voted to approve the proposed constitutional changes as a pending decision, meaning the proposal must be confirmed after the next general election.
Does this affect you?
- Women and pregnant individuals: Receives a stronger, constitutionally protected right to abortion, making it harder for future governments to restrict access.
- Dual citizens: Faces a higher risk of losing Swedish citizenship if it was obtained through false information or if they commit serious crimes against the state.
- Criminal organizations: Will face stricter legal limitations on their right to form and operate associations if their activities involve serious crime for financial gain.
In Practice
- The right to abortion will be explicitly protected as a fundamental right in the Swedish constitution.
- Dual citizens who obtained citizenship through fraud or who commit serious crimes against Sweden's vital interests may lose their Swedish citizenship.
- Freedom of association can be restricted for groups that use criminal methods to gain money or other unfair advantages.