The Georgia Death with Dignity Act (SB610) has been introduced! Terminally ill patients need your voice—tell your legislators to support SB610 TODAY. Share this post so all Georgians can take action! https://tinyurl.com/3u6wjpw2

“The more people in your circle of care, the better. A death doula helps a patient build that circle together.” We spoke with OR death doula Jamie Thrower about steady, holistic care and what she’s witnessed under the OR DWD law,.https://tinyurl.com/bdeptbx8

Last week, our CEO Peg Sandeen joined Jorge Ramos and Paola Ramos on their podcast, The Moment, to discuss NY's recent signing of their MAID law. Their conversation unpacks the law, how it works, and what it means to support your loved ones with a terminal illness. https://tinyurl.com/4ndhz6ev

New York’s win is for everyone. A moment 10 years in the making, we celebrate our collective work together, fighting to bring Death with Dignity home. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/cqD_4Y881TQ

Iowa introduced the Our Care, Our Options Act (HF2262) to legalize DWD. It has a hearing in the House Health & Human Services Subcommittee on Feb. 17 at 11:00am CST. We need your help to urge committee members to support it. Share now and ask Iowans to write today: https://tinyurl.com/mvcfdxs3

New York is officially the 14th U.S. jurisdiction to legalize Death with Dignity! Today, Gov. Hochul signed the Medical Aid in Dying Act into law. Read our press release: ​​https://ow.ly/EBbi50Y8xPs

Kentucky introduced its Death with Dignity bill, Rena’s Law (HB408), for the 2026 session. It’s now before the House Health Services Committee—and we need YOUR help. Share this so Kentuckians can write their legislators today: https://tinyurl.com/4drckc9e

There is no Death with Dignity when people are unable to live with dignity. We join the Jan. 23 general strike to support our MN-based employees and all who deserve dignity in life and death. Read our CEO’s full statement: ow.ly/t3pB50Y1tE8

Exciting news! Arizona introduced the Thomas M. Dow Act (HB2569) for the 2026 session. It’s now before the House Health & Human Services Committee. Share to urge a public hearing today! https://tinyurl.com/2mas2c3k

Exciting news! Virginia has introduced Death with Dignity bills HB886/SB359 for 2026. SB359 is now before the Senate Education & Health Committee, and we need a public hearing. Share so Virginians urge the committee to act today! https://tinyurl.com/y79ym2d3

Alert! Illinois lawmakers introduced HB4381 to repeal the End of Life Options Act, signed last year by Gov. Pritzker. Ask your legislators to vote NO on HB4381 TODAY! https://tinyurl.com/5ajpzrm8

New Jersey needs your support! S710 would waive the 15-day wait for terminally ill patients. The bill is with the Senate Health Committee tell them to hold a public hearing & support terminally ill patients TODAY! Share & take action: https://tinyurl.com/4njvbutv

This week, our CEO Peg Sandeen joined Mind-Mornings on Civic Media to talk about how she came to the DWD movement, educating the public, and the steps we’re taking to move legislation forward in your state. Read our blog and learn how you can get involved: https://tinyurl.com/4ttsfcrh

Rhode Island has introduced its Death with Dignity bill for 2026! The Lila Manfield Sapinsley Compassionate Care Act (S2051) is before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Ask them to hold a public hearing—send a letter today! https://tinyurl.com/yn4yejht

Missouri has introduced a Death with Dignity bill for 2026—and support is needed now. The Marilyn Teitelbaum Death with Dignity Act (HB2188) is heading to committee soon. Share this so Missourians can urge lawmakers to support SB2188 today: https://tinyurl.com/3m5p47rx

The 2026 legislative session is off to an energized start. Two states have already introduced Death with Dignity bills, and six more are carrying legislation forward from last year. See your state’s status and how to take action: https://tinyurl.com/b6vdd65e

Delaware's Ron Silverio/Heather Block End of Life Options Act officially went into effect on January 1, 2026! We’re incredibly grateful for the advocates and legislative champions who made this possible! Learn more on our Delaware page: tinyurl.com/3k5jdfmj

After Gov. Hochul announced she’ll sign New York’s medical aid in dying bill in January, our CEO Dr. Peg Sandeen spoke with a local NBC affiliate to clarify what it means for life insurance—benefits are protected, and MAID is legally distinct from suicide. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/yu5869t8

Grief during the holidays can feel overwhelming, and there’s no “right” way to carry it. In our latest blog, social worker Emma Granquist Houghton shares how surrendering to grief can be an act of self-compassion when joy is expected. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/mrx868pm

2025 was a big year! Bills were introduced, stalled, passed, and amended across the country. As we look ahead to a new year, test your knowledge, then check your answers and see what’s happening in your state: https://tinyurl.com/2j84a7bh

Our CMO, Elaine Fong—recently featured in Newsweek—attended Gov. Hochul’s press conference announcing she will sign New York’s MAID Act in January, with amendments. Elaine’s advocacy is personal: her mother used WA's DWD law in 2016. Read her Newsweek piece: https://tinyurl.com/2wnb326u

Governor Hochul will sign the NY Medical Aid in Dying Act with amendments in January! Our work isn’t over - donate today to help us keep this progress moving: https://tinyurl.com/4fuhskfh

BREAKING: Gov. Kathy Hochul is holding a press conference right now, with an expected update on NY’s Medical Aid in Dying Act (A136/S138). Join us as we listen in real time: https://www.ny.gov/

BREAKING: New York Governor Hochul has agreed to sign the Medical Aid in Dying Act into law, with a series of amendments she has negotiated with the legislature! Read more about why she supports the law: https://tinyurl.com/dr25cpuk

Governor JB Pritzker has officially signed the Illinois End of Life Options for Terminally Ill Patients Act (SB1950), also known as Deb’s Law! Illinois is now the first state in the Midwest and 13th jurisdiction to authorize a medical aid in dying law.

Rabbis Jonathan Blake and Rachel Timoner explore how Jewish tradition can embrace compassion, dignity, and choice at the end of life. They invite New Yorkers to reflect on helping loved ones live fully and, when the time comes, die with care and peace. ow.ly/RHw150XGGes

Giving Tuesday is here! Choose the cause that protects your end-of-life freedom. Choose Death with Dignity. ow.ly/hMvV50XAUKN

The End of Life Option Act (HB1011) has been introduced and is now in the House Committee on Public Health. Indiana needs to hear from you—tell the Committee why HB1011 matters and send your letter of support for Death with Dignity today! https://tinyurl.com/3hh8y5jx

Luis A. Miranda Jr. and Luz Towns-Miranda call for New York to pass medical aid in dying, saying they want the right to a peaceful death “among our seres queridos.” With 70% public support and major groups backing it, they urge Gov. Hochul to sign the bill. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/ms2229v6

Holly is living with stage 4 pancreatic cancer and wants the option to say goodbye to her family on her own terms—at home, with peace and dignity. North Carolina’s law denies her that choice. Read her story: https://tinyurl.com/bnnkz6m7

Have questions about ALS & Death with Dignity? Dr. Jessica Kaan, DO, MPH, shares how ALS shapes end-of-life conversations, traveling to access the law, and its impact on end-of-life choices in our latest blog.https://tinyurl.com/mpupc76w

“Five years with you is better than no years.” Andrea and Roy got 30 beautiful years—but in the end, he had no option to choose dignity. Andrea now advocates in his honor. Read more: ow.ly/hPpf50XxReg

The first time he said, “I can’t take this,” my heart sank. Watching his father suffer, NY legislator AL Taylor changed his mind on medical aid in dying. Now he urges Gov. Hochul to give terminally ill New Yorkers the choice for a peaceful, dignified death. https://tinyurl.com/2kdb3rvx

🚨 The Morning Show spoiler alert! When TV tackles Death with Dignity, it doesn’t always get it right. Our Managing Director, Elia Lawatsch, breaks down what The Morning Show got wrong—and why accuracy matters when portraying end-of-life choices. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/2s3nwcuz

We’re one signature away from Death with Dignity in Illinois! SB1950 has passed the Legislature and awaits Gov. Pritzker’s signature. Tell him to legalize Death with Dignity and give terminally ill Illinoisans the choice they deserve: https://tinyurl.com/4dmh6nk2

As Illinois’ Death with Dignity bill nears the finish line, voices like Kimberly Shoemaker’s matter more than ever. After losing both parents without this option, she shared her story in the Chicago Tribune. Read her powerful piece: https://tinyurl.com/4eweds3d

Having the choice, or being denied it, can change everything. Jennifer, an end-of-life social worker, shares how Hawai‘i’s Death with Dignity law shaped her work, and how moving to Florida showed her what life without it looks like. Read her story: tinyurl.com/36yszmbc

Coloradans! “Other Side,” a documentary about Death with Dignity advocate Lynda Bluestein, will be screening at The Lyric Theater on Thursday, Nov 6. Followed by a Q&A with her son Jake Shannon and our CEO Peg Sandeen. Get your tix now: ow.ly/Y6tG50XlVlO

BREAKING: Death with Dignity wins in Illinois! The Senate passed Deb’s Law (SB1950), sending it to Gov. Pritzker’s desk. If signed, Illinois will become the first Midwest state with a DWD law. Help us secure the final push: tinyurl.com/7ewxp5ey #DeathWithDignity

In our latest Why I Advocate series, Kellee O'Reilly shares her uncle’s experience in choosing California's Death with Dignity law after being diagnosed with inoperable glioblastoma. Read Kellee's tribute to her uncle Bill and why she advocates here: ow.ly/WY0950Xk5M7

Curious how a death doula can support you or your loved ones? Join Ohio End of Life Options' free online talk with Death Doula Kacie, RN—educator and founder of Death Doula School. Learn how compassion and choice shape life’s final chapter. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/498kb8dx

Calling all hospice & palliative care nurses! Visit the Aid in Dying Collaborative booth at the HPNA Conference, Oct 27–28 in Lake Buena Vista, FL, to learn about medical aid in dying & collaborate with leaders supporting end-of-life choices.

Meet our Global Fellows! First up: Nicole Dalmer, PhD, Associate Professor & Acting Director at McMaster University. She shares how her background shapes her work and why death literacy is essential to improving end-of-life care. Learn more: tinyurl.com/mryannad

This week, dozens of Death with Dignity advocates gathered at the NY State Capitol, urging Gov. Hochul to sign the Medical Aid in Dying Act. Bill sponsors Sen. Brad Hoylman Sigel & Asm. Amy Paulin share their thoughts in this CBS Albany article: cbs6albany.com/news/local/a...

Angela’s mom, Annette, lived with boundless generosity and courage. Facing terminal cancer, she chose Death with Dignity on her own terms. To honor her, Angela made a video to share her story with the world. “You may never need this choice, but someone you love might.” Read more: ow.ly/jnuP50X1Jt5

Florida advocate and writer Scott Vedder deeply understands what it feels like to fight for equality in love and death. Read why his advocates for Death with Dignity in our blog: ow.ly/skrk50WZ7w9

Our 2025 Annual Report is here! This year, 17 states introduced legislation, 6 introduced amendments, 2 passed Death with Dignity laws, and 4 jurisdictions face threats. We’re proud of our progress, but the fight isn’t over. Where does your state stand? tinyurl.com/43stzurb

Congress wants to repeal D.C.’s Death with Dignity law, and ban the Council from ever reinstating it. If they succeed, it sets a dangerous precedent: no state’s end-of-life freedom is safe. We can’t let D.C. be the first domino to fall. Read more here: tinyurl.com/8ps35n2y

HUGE NEWS! The Assembly passed SB403, making medical aid in dying permanent in CA with a 47–11 bipartisan vote. Thanks to everyone who testified, wrote letters, and shared their stories. SB403 now moves to the Senate for concurrence. Share this news with your community today!

Kimberly Shoemaker lost both parents to cancer without the option of medical aid in dying. Now she’s fighting to change that in Illinois—so anyone with a terminal illness has the option to die on their own terms, at home, surrounded by love. Read her powerful story: tinyurl.com/4eweds3d