Right-to-Die Reform Act of 2009
Rationale
Current policy leaves many suffering without relief; expanding access ensures dignity and autonomy for those with chronic pain or mental anguish.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Assisted Dying Policy |
Permitted for terminal illness with less than 6 months to live
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Broad right-to-die for chronic physical or psychological suffering
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Assisted Dying PolicyProposer
Party
Common Ground
A Georgist party focused on infrastructure and the next generation. By returning land value to the public, we fund transport, housing, and shared spaces. We protect individual liberty, support young people, and believe lasting prosperity comes from fair access to land.
Core pillars
Heinrich Fischer
Activist · Age 68
A seasoned media strategist and gifted orator, Heinrich Fischer leverages his analytical mind and ambitious drive to shape public opinion and advance his vision of a better society.
Timeline
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Draft9 June 2009
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Vote Open13 June 2009
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Vote Closed12 August 2009
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Did Not Become Law12 August 2009
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
FailedFor: 29 / 69 seats (42.0%)
Against: 29 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 11
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Ground Proposer | 14 | Yes | No reason given |
| Liberal Center | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Liberal Meritocratic Alliance | 13 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Legionary Front | 14 | No | No reason given |
| Social Democratic Union | 15 | No | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats | 2 | Yes | No reason given |
Bundestag
PassedFor: 286 / 650 seats (44.0%)
Against: 257 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 107
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Ground Proposer | 125 | Yes | No reason given |
| Liberal Center | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Liberal Meritocratic Alliance | 119 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Legionary Front | 127 | No | No reason given |
| Social Democratic Union | 130 | No | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats | 42 | Yes | No reason given |