Expansion Of Right-To-Die Laws of 2012
Rationale
This proposal expands compassionate end-of-life choices to those enduring unbearable chronic suffering beyond terminal diagnoses, prioritising dignity and autonomy for all.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights
ADFR is a centre-to-centre-left, social-liberal party. We advocate for an open and neutral Internet, strong privacy rights, a digital PA and an eco-social market economy. We focus on white-collar professionals and innovative companies, ensuring technology expands freedom and opportunities for all.
Core pillars
Felix Mayer
Activist · Age 46
A telegenic provocateur who built a following by weaponizing viral media, Felix Mayer champions digital rights with fiery conviction—but his impassioned speeches often leave audiences more inspired than convinced.
Timeline
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Draft20 September 2012
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Vote Open20 September 2012
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Vote Closed19 November 2012
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Did Not Become Law19 November 2012
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
FailedFor: 25 / 69 seats (36.2%)
Against: 30 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 14
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights Proposer | 15 | Yes | No reason given |
| Democratic Forum Of Social Democracy | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Green Horizon | 8 | No | No reason given |
| Green-Social Union | 2 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left Forward | 8 | Yes | No reason given |
| New National Order | 22 | No | No reason given |
| United Alliance | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 5 | Not voted |
Bundestag
FailedFor: 142 / 650 seats (21.8%)
Against: 254 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 254
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights Proposer | 85 | Yes | No reason given |
| Democratic Forum Of Social Democracy | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Green Horizon | 61 | No | No reason given |
| Green-Social Union | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left Forward | 57 | Yes | No reason given |
| New National Order | 193 | No | No reason given |
| United Alliance | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 52 | Not voted |