@ap.news Dozens of supporters of the proposed Minnesota Equal Rights Amendment hold signs that spell out “ERA NOW” and “ERA YES” at the Minnesota Capitol building in St. Paul, Minn., Feb. 12, 2024, while Democratic lawmakers speak in support of the proposal at a podium. The proposal would be among the most expansive protections of abortion rights and LGBTQ rights in the nation if it is approved by lawmakers this session and then by Minnesota voters on the 2026 ballot. (AP Photo/Trisha Ahmed)
