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Schadenberg argues that Oregon SB 1003 would substantially broaden the state's assisted-suicide framework through changes to practitioner roles, waiting periods, and institutional policies. He cites objections from medical and disability advocates to support his criticism of the proposal.
Read →Schadenberg compares Maine and New Jersey proposals to waive or shorten assisted-suicide waiting periods. He places both measures within his broader argument that legal safeguards are weakened after legalization.
Read →Schadenberg discusses anticipated California changes to assisted-suicide legislation before the full proposal was available. He draws on a sponsor's earlier bill and another commentator's forecast to warn of broader eligibility and methods.
Read →Schadenberg estimates Canada's 2024 euthanasia total using available figures from Ontario, Quebec, and Alberta. He explains that the national figure is a projection rather than the completed federal annual report.
Read →Schadenberg describes a Washington proposal concerning assisted-suicide providers and waiver of the waiting period. He contrasts those proposed expansions with a Montana effort to restrict assisted suicide.
Read →Schadenberg examines an Oregon proposal to let additional categories of medical professionals prescribe assisted-suicide medication. He argues that replacing physician-specific language would increase participation and further expand the state's law.
Read →Schadenberg reports Senate passage of a Montana bill intended to reverse the state's acceptance of assisted suicide. He summarizes supporters' concerns about vulnerable patients and urges further action in the state House.
Read →Schadenberg highlights Danielle Smith's comments in a television interview about the expansion of Canada's assisted-dying system. He focuses on her concerns about mental illness, inadequate support, and the difference between current practice and the law's original rationale.
Read →Schadenberg urges Delaware residents to oppose renewed assisted-suicide legislation following the prior governor's veto. The action alert supplies legislative contacts and arguments its author considers reasons to reject the proposal.
Read →Schadenberg reviews changes in jurisdictions that have already permitted assisted suicide. Using examples involving waiting periods and eligible prescribers, he argues that lawmakers should not rely on initial safeguards remaining intact.
Read →Schadenberg discusses restrictions imposed by a clinic on Ellen Wiebe following a disputed euthanasia approval for an Alberta woman. He relates the clinic's affidavit and an earlier court injunction to his call for scrutiny of eligibility decisions.
Read →Schadenberg critiques a renewed New York assisted-suicide bill and comments made by its sponsor. He interprets the proposed limits as politically temporary and argues that legalization could be followed by expansion.
Read →Schadenberg reports on a Honolulu police investigation into allegations that a doctor administered medication contrary to the self-administration requirement. He uses the reported case to question enforcement of assisted-suicide safeguards, without establishing criminal guilt.
Read →Schadenberg warns that Illinois lawmakers might consider assisted-suicide legislation during a lame-duck session. He urges constituents to contact representatives and argues that initial legal safeguards tend to be loosened later.
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