For nearly 30 years, Oregon has allowed for assisted suicide. But under the law, out-of-state residents were not legally allowed to seek that kind of care.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Nearly 30 years ago, Oregon became the first state to legalize medical aid in dying with the “Death with Dignity Act.” But even after all this time, there have been aspects of the law that rankled some physicians — and this legislative session brought changes.
In the past, patients needed to be an Oregon resident to qualify and apply for the lethal mix of medications used in the procedure. Now, anyone from any state can apply for
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