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French lawmakers on Tuesday approved a landmark bill to legalize assisted dying, moving the country closer to joining a growing number of nations that allow terminally ill individuals to end their lives under strict conditions.
The bill passed the National Assembly by a vote of 305 to 199 and now heads to the Senate for further debate. While final approval may still take time, strong public support suggests it’s likely to become law. Polls show over 90% of French citizens favor the right to die for those facing incurable illness or unbearable suffering.
President Emmanuel Macron called the vote “an important step,” underscoring the significance of the moment in France’s legislative history.
If enacted, the law would allow French citizens over 18 suffering from advanced, incurable, and life-threatening conditions to request assisted dying—provided they are experiencing constant physical or psychological pain that cannot be relieved. However, psychological suffering alone would not qualify.
Patients could administer the lethal medication themselves, or if physically unable, a qualified medical professional could do so. Healthcare workers who object may opt out, but anyone deliberately obstructing a person’s right to die could face up to two years in prison and a €30,000 fine.
The move places France in line with countries like Canada, Australia, and several U.S. states. In recent months, the UK has also made strides toward legalizing assisted dying, with the Isle of Man potentially becoming the first British territory to approve such legislation.
“France is one of the last countries in Western Europe to legislate on this issue,” said left-wing MP Olivier Falorni. “We are part of a broader global trend. France is behind, and I hope we’ll move forward with our own model.”
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