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Ohio
CURRENT STATUS: Considering DWD
Help Bring Death with Dignity to Ohio!
On April 23, State Representative Eric Synenberg introduced the Ohio Medical Aid in Dying Act, a bill that would legalize Death with Dignity in the state.
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Timeline of Death with Dignity in Ohio
2026
2026
Ohio Medical Aid in Dying Act Introduced
Current status: On April 23, State Representative Eric Synenberg introduced the Ohio Medical Aid in Dying Act (HB835), a bill that would legalize Death with Dignity in the state. The bill is referred to the House Health Committee.
What Happens Next? We are waiting for a sponsor hearing in the upcoming months.
2018
2018
Ohio joins other states in fighting for Death with Dignity
Ohio lawmakers introduce SB249, Ohio Aid in Dying Act. A sponsor hearing on the bill takes place but the bill does not advance.
An October 2018 survey by Public Policy Polling finds 87% of Ohioans support the right to “die in as humane and dignified a manner as they see fit,” while 75 percent support Death with Dignity legislation.
