Overview

• The Assemblée nationale's social affairs commission adopted the aid-to-die bill on May 2 by a vote of 28 in favor, 15 against, and one abstention.
• The bill proposes a right to aid in dying for terminally ill adults under five strict eligibility criteria, including residency, incurable illness, and free, informed consent.
• Patients would have the choice between self-administration of a lethal substance or administration by a willing caregiver.
• The proposal is supported by left-wing and Macronist deputies but faces strong opposition from RN and LR lawmakers.
• Plenary debates on the bill will begin on May 12, with two final votes scheduled for May 29.