Illinois lawmakers debate legalizing medical aid in dying for terminally ill adults

Illinois lawmakers debate legalizing medical aid in dying for terminally ill adults

State legislators on Friday held the first hearing on a bill that would legalize access to medical aid in dying for terminally ill adults in Illinois, a political conversation that's also taking place in several other states.

Controversial medical-aid in dying legislation being considered in Illinois

(The Center Square) – Legislation that would make Illinois the 11th state in the country to allow medical-aid in dying is facing a stiff challenge.

Controversial medical-aid in dying legislation being considered in Illinois - Regional Media News

(The Center Square) – Legislation that would make Illinois the 11th state in the country to allow medical-aid in dying is facing a stiff challenge. A measure being considered in Springfield would create the End-of-Life Options for Terminally Ill Patients Act. Senate Bill 9 sponsor, state Sen. Linda Holmes, D-Aurora, said she became an advocate of the idea after she lost both parents to cancer. “You think the toughest thing you go through is watc…

Terminally Ill Adults in Illinois May Soon Have Access to Medical Aid in Dying, Lawmakers Debate - West Palm Beach News

The first hearing on a bill that would allow terminally ill adults in Illinois to get medical assistance in dying was conducted by state lawmakers on Friday. This is a political discussion that is also occurring in a number of other states. Those opposed to the bill worry that there are insufficient protections, while lawmakers who supported it stated that it is all about choice for anyone facing a terminal condition. “Losing somebody is tough. …