Bishop Michael F. Burbidge of Arlington and Bishop Barry C. Knestout of Richmond hail the halt of a bill that would have legalized assisted suicide in Virginia.
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A Catholic member of the House of Lords said the “extremely badly drafted” bill has caused “deep concern” among medical experts and disability groups.
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Hochul signs assisted suicide measure into law, making New York 13th state allowing it
by OSV Newsby OSV News“We call on Catholics and all New Yorkers to reject physician-assisted suicide for themselves, their loved ones, and those in their care,” the bishops said.
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“Tragically, this new law will seriously undermine all of the anti-suicide and mental health care investments Governor Hochul has made through her tenure,” they said.
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Candlelight vigils urge New York governor to veto physician-assisted suicide bill
by OSV Newsby OSV News“There’s a sleeping giant that’s waking up on this issue. As people come and get advocated, that’s got to get the governor involved because this is a bad bill.”
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“The gift of human life exists as a sign of hope to our world today, defying the powers of darkness and the culture of death.” said Bishop Thomas.
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“The bill undermines the duty of care of healthcare professionals by permitting them to help patients to end their lives,” the archbishop said.
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On March 17, 2027, the law on medical assistance in dying, known as MAiD, is set to expand to include individuals solely living with a mental illness.
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“This is not the end of the parliamentary process, and we should not lose hope,” said Archbishop John Sherrington of Liverpool.
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As New York state lawmakers recently passed a bill that would allow terminally ill patients to end their lives with medical assistance, OSV News’ Charlie Camosy discussed physician-assisted killing with …
