United StatesProposed resolution urges end-of-life care and opposes federal support for assisted suicide
The proposed resolution urges federal policymakers to support care suited to each person nearing the end of life, including medical, hospice, or in-home care.
What it does
The proposed resolution says the federal government should ensure that people facing the end of life can get care suited to their needs, including hospice or help at home.
The proposed resolution says the federal government should not support policies or practices that encourage or help someone die by suicide, including when a doctor assists.
Argument forPeople nearing the end of life could get care suited to their needs, including hospice or help at home.
Argument againstFederal policymakers might have less room to support assisted-suicide policies, which could limit choices for people who want that option.
More detail
The proposed resolution says the federal government should ensure access to comprehensive medical care for people facing the end of life. It covers every person facing the end of life.
The proposed resolution says the federal government should not support policies or practices that encourage or help someone die by suicide. It applies to federal support for assisted suicide by doctors or other people.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Sep 24Submitted in HouseLatest
- Sep 24Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.Introduced
Healthcare