The debate over White Bear Township has reached the State Capitol, creating policy questions for democrats introduce physician assisted suicide residents.
If passed, the legislation would permit adults with a terminal illness (6 months or fewer left to live) to request "medical aid in dying" medication.
On Thursday both HF 1930 and its companion SF 1813 were introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives and Senate, respectively.
If passed, the legislation would permit adults with a terminal illness (6 months or fewer left to live) to request “medical aid in dying” medication.
states currently considering assisted suicide legislation.
Canada’s medical assistance in dying (MAID) law, amended in 2021 to include chronically ill adults, has also come under fire over government efforts to make the mentally ill eligible as well.
Pro-life activists based in Minnesota are condemning the proposed bill.
Tim Miller, executive director of Pro-Life Action Ministries, told Alpha News it represents a “cloaked effort to move Minnesota toward euthanasia of the elderly and sick.” “Like their abortion law, this is further evidence that all lives are not valued by the majority party,” he said.
As the measure advances, residents of White Bear Township can follow amendments and contact Heather Gustafson regarding the final language.
Article Source: Alpha News: “Minnesota Democrats introduce physician assisted suicide bill”
