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H.CON.RES.80: Expressing the sense of the Congress that assisted suicide (sometimes referred to as death with dignity, end-of-life options, aid-in-dying, or similar phrases) puts everyone, including those most vulnerable, at risk of deadly harm and undermines the integ
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 26, 2017
- Latest Major Action Sept. 29, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
13 (7 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Sept. 26, 2017
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of Congress that the federal government should ensure that: (1) every person facing the end of their life has access to quality, comprehensive medical care; and (2) policies or practices supporting assisted suicide are not adopted.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Sept. 29, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Sept. 26, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Sept. 26, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) |