Wins / New York, February 2026
New York legalizes medical aid in dying for terminally ill adults
New York becomes the 12th state, and with the District of Columbia the 13th jurisdiction, to authorize medical aid in dying, allowing mentally capable adults with a terminal prognosis of six months or less to request a prescription to end their lives. The law takes effect six months after signing.
- Where
- New York
- When
- February 2026
- What kind
- Legislation passed, featured by the editor
- Issue
- End-of-life autonomy
- Work by
- Compassion & Choices, Death with Dignity National Center
Sources
Where to check it. Every entry on the ledger has at least two.
S138, Medical Aid in Dying Act (2025-2026 session)New York State Senate
Governor Hochul Signs Medical Aid in Dying Act into New York State LawOffice of the Governor
New York's Medical Aid in Dying Act Signed into LawCompassion & Choices
More from the ledger
Other entries from New York and on the same issue.
Illinois legalizes medical aid in dying for terminally ill adultsIllinois, December 2025
Delaware legalizes medical aid in dying for terminally ill adultsDelaware, May 2025
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