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Conn. Assisted Suicide Bill Gets Legislative Hearing For First Time In State’s History

State Sen. Ed Meyer (D-Guilford) noted that any strong opposition to the bill could force it to be shelved until perhaps next year.

2013/03/20

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Physician-Assisted Suicide Measure Passes NJ Assembly

Under the measure, the lethal medication would only be made available to patients who are told by a doctor that they have six months or less to live.

2013/02/07

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Physician-Assisted Suicide Up For Debate In Conn.

Democratic State Senator Ed Meyer of Guilford said assisted suicide is a topic often raised by his constituents, so he drafted a measure that he believes contains every safeguard.

2013/02/05

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