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The Washington Death with Dignity Act went into effect on March 5, 2009.
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Timeline of Death with Dignity in Washington
2023
2023
In January, HB 1350 and SB 5179 are introduced by Washington lawmakers and are assigned to their committees. Both bills increase access to the Death with Dignity Act.
2022
2022
HB1141 does not advance in the 2022 legislative session.
2021
2021
Lawmakers introduce an amendment, Increasing Access to the Death with Dignity Act, HB1141, on January 12. The bill successfully navigates house committee and floor votes before stalling.
2009
2009
Washington Death with Dignity Act goes into effect.
2008
2008
Washington voters approve Death With Dignity Act, 58 to 42 percent.
