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France to Debate End-of-Life Bill
The French parliament will debate a bill on end-of-life care starting January 27th, 2025, continuing discussions from a previously stalled proposal.
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French GovernmentNational AssemblyModem
Michel BarnierYael Braun-PivetOliver Falorni
- Who is the key lawmaker involved in drafting the new proposal?
- The previous bill, which was interrupted by the European elections, aimed to provide 'active assistance in dying' under tightly defined criteria. It was championed by MP Olivier Falorni, who has reintroduced the same proposal.
- What are the key provisions of the bill concerning end-of-life care?
- The bill aims to legalize assisted suicide and, in some cases, euthanasia under strict conditions, though the government hasn't decided whether to use a new proposal or reuse a previously drafted one.
- What is the stance of the National Assembly President on this issue?
- Yael Braun-Pivet, President of the National Assembly, has been a long-time supporter of legislative advancements on the issue of 'aid in dying' and has secured a government commitment to the January 27th start date.
- When will the French parliament start examining the end-of-life bill?
- The French government and the President of the National Assembly have announced that the bill on end-of-life issues will be examined in the Assembly starting January 27th, 2025.
- What was the status of the previous government's proposed legislation on end-of-life care?
- Prime Minister Michel Barnier previously stated his intention to resume discussions on the end-of-life matter with the Parliament in early 2025. This is a continuation of the previous government's attempt, which was interrupted by elections.