France’s National Assembly gives final approval to assisted-dying bill after years of debate

July 16, 2026

Eiffel Tower during the day

(AP) – France’s National Assembly gave final approval Wednesday to a bill allowing adults with incurable illnesses to receive lethal medication, the culmination of years of debate over end-of-life care.

But the 291-241 vote in the lower house of parliament doesn’t mean the bill immediately becomes law. There will be a review to determine if it complies with the French Constitution. (Read More)