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CURRENT STATUS: NO ACTIVE LEGISLATION

We’re Building Momentum in Arizona

In January, 2023, a group of Arizona lawmakers introduced SB1646. If passed, this would allow residents of Arizona to access medical aid in dying.

SIGN OUR PETITION to say that it’s time to pass SB1646 and expand the right to Death with Dignity to those who live in Arizona.

Death with Dignity laws have been proven effective at improving healthcare quality at the end of life, regardless of whether or not an individual chooses to hasten their death.

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Timeline of Death with Dignity in Arizona

2023

2023

In January, Arizona’s Medical Aid in Dying bill (SB1646/HB2583) is introduced. The bill does not receive a hearing before the session deadline.

2022

2022

On February 9, 2022 the Arizona State Legislature introduced HB2762, a medical aid-in-dying bill. After the first reading in the House, the bill does not move forward.

2020

2020

Death with Dignity bills HB2582, SB1384, and SB1497, introduced and referred to legislative committees. None of the bills advance.

2019

2019

Death with Dignity bills HB2408, HB2512 , and SB1193 introduced this session. None of the bills advance.

2018

2018

Four Death with Dignity bills introduced this session (HB2102, HB2611 SB1222, and SB1414). None of the bills advance.

2017

2017

In January, a pair of assisted-dying bills, SB1512 and HB2336, were introduced. Neither bill moves out of committee. Instead, Arizona passes a law prohibiting discrimination against medical providers who opt out of assisted-dying legislation.

2016

2016

Arizona State Senator Barbara McGuire (D) introduces SB1136, Death with Dignity, in January. The bill does not advance.

2006

2006

Death with Dignity bill HB2313 introduced. No Action taken.

2003

2003

Death with Dignity bills HB2454 and HB2564 introduced, but neither advance.