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4/09/2026

jesse4430
Apr 9
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N. WISCONSIN - Wisconsin lawmakers are considering passing a law that would legalize medical aid-in-dying across the state. Mentally competent adults with less than six months to live would be able to request medication to end their life. Supporters say the law includes safeguards and gives people autonomy and relief from unnecessary suffering. Critics argue that life should always be preserved. Chris Riley with the nonprofit Compassion and Choices, notes the proposal largely mirrors the organization’s model bill.

                    0:12  "And with this legislation in particular, there is no residency restrictions. We believe that residency restrictions are unconstitutional because we also acknowledge that individuals often cross state lines to access health care."

Similar legislation has been introduced in Wisconsin multiple times since the 1990s but has never advanced to a hearing. Illinois recently became the first state in the Midwest to authorize medical aid-in-dying. Riley says this could create momentum for neighboring states.

 
 
 

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