France's parliament adopts assisted dying law
Summary
France's parliament has passed a law allowing assisted dying, moving the country closer to legalizing the practice. If approved by its highest constitutional court, France will become one of the few nations with laws permitting assisted dying.Key Facts
- France's parliament adopted a law legalizing assisted dying on July 15, 2026.
- President Emmanuel Macron supported this law and promised it during his 2022 re-election campaign.
- The law represents one of France’s major social reforms since legalizing same-sex marriage in 2012.
- The new law requires approval from France’s highest constitutional authority before it can take effect.
- Countries like the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, and Canada already allow assisted dying.
- Assisted dying means a person can choose help to end their own life under certain conditions.
- The law is part of ongoing discussions about patient rights and end-of-life care in France.
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