The "End of Life Options Act" is a federal bill that aims to provide terminally ill patients with the option to request medical assistance to end their lives peacefully. The main provisions of the bill include establishing strict eligibility criteria for patients seeking this option, requiring multiple requests and waiting periods, ensuring mental capacity and informed consent, and safeguarding against coercion or abuse. This legislation seeks to grant individuals autonomy over their end-of-life decisions while safeguarding against potential risks and protecting healthcare professionals who choose to participate in this process. If passed, this bill could significantly impact end-of-life care practices in the United States by introducing a legal framework for physician-assisted dying.
2024-01-08: Authored by Representative Pierce M
2024-01-08: First reading: referred to Committee on Public Health
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