hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Bans D.C. from legalizing assisted suicide or euthanasia.
Rep. Barrett (R-MI) and Rep. Crawford (R-AR)
Introduced, referred to Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
This bill amends the D.C. Home Rule Act to forbid the D.C. Council from passing any law that would allow euthanasia or assisted suicide. It also repeals D.C.'s existing Death With Dignity Act of 2016, effectively ending any current authorized practice. Sponsor Rep. Barrett represents Michigan's 5th district. The bill sits in committee, meaning no floor vote yet.
Introduced Jan 22, 2026
This bill is under review by a committee. The committee holds hearings, gathers testimony from experts and stakeholders, and may propose amendments. If the committee votes to advance it, the bill moves to the full chamber for debate and a vote.
If enacted, terminally ill D.C. residents who currently qualify under the Death With Dignity Act would lose access to life-ending medication. The bill also prevents the D.C. Council from ever legalizing assisted suicide in the future, even if local voters support it. This applies only to the District of Columbia, not states.
Supporters Say
Supporters say it protects vulnerable people from being pressured to end their lives and upholds the sanctity of life.
Critics Say
Critics argue it strips D.C. residents of the right to make their own end-of-life decisions and overrides local self-governance.
Supporters also note that assisted suicide laws can be abused and that doctors should focus on palliative care. Critics contend that terminally ill adults should have the option to die with dignity, and that Congress should not interfere with D.C.'s local laws.