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Assisted Dying Bill - France
July 19 , 2026
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- The French Parliament approved a bill creating a legal right to assisted dying for adults with incurable and life-threatening illnesses.
- It allows eligible patients to receive a lethal substance under strict conditions, either self-administered or given by a doctor or nurse if required.
- The law applies to adults who are French citizens or legal residents, suffering from serious incurable illnesses with severe physical or psychological suffering.
- The bill includes safeguards such as medical evaluation, confirmation of the request after a reflection period, and allowing healthcare workers to opt out.
- The legislation may be reviewed by the Constitutional Council of France before implementation.
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