Assisted Dying Reform of 2012
Rationale
This proposal allows assisted dying only for terminal patients with less than six months to live. It balances dignity and compassion with strict safeguards, protecting the vulnerable while respecting personal autonomy. A careful, humane reform.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Assisted Dying Policy |
Broad right-to-die for chronic physical or psychological suffering
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Permitted for terminal illness with less than 6 months to live
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Assisted Dying PolicyProposer
Party
The Social Democrats
The Social Democrats work for a fair society with strong welfare, good jobs, and quality education. We support workers, invest in people, and maintain responsible border policies to ensure stability, opportunity, and shared prosperity for all citizens.
Core pillars
Margarete Hoffmann
Activist · Age 37
Margarete Hoffmann, a sharp-tongued academic with deep policy expertise, leverages her extensive political and business connections to push for radical change, blending youthful energy with strategic influence.
Timeline
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Draft5 March 2012
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Vote Open31 May 2012
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Vote Closed31 May 2012
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Did Not Become Law31 May 2012
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
FailedFor: 0 / 69 seats (0.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 69
Bundestag
FailedFor: 0 / 650 seats (0.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 650