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Alaska
CURRENT STATUS: NO ACTIVE LEGISLATION
Bring end-of-life freedom to Alaska!
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- Share your story. If you are living with a terminal illness, lost someone you love, or believe deeply in personal autonomy and dignity at the end of life, your voice matters.
- Learn how you can advocate for Death with Dignity in Alaska.
- Read the latest updates on Alaska’s legislative process.
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Our Partner: End-of-Life Options Alaska
Timeline of Death with Dignity in Alaska
2018
2018
Did Does Not Advance
On February 2, 2018, the Health and Social Services Committee passes the Alaska Voluntary Ending of Life Act, sending it to the Judiciary Committee.
The session ends and the bill does not advance.
2017
2017
First Hearing for Alaska MAID Bill
The Alaska legislature introduces the Alaska Voluntary Ending of Life Act (HB54). The bill is heard in the House Health & Social Services Committee. The bill carries over to the 2018 session.
