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HB 1011

End of life options.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Matt Pierce

HB 1011 would establish medical aid in dying for terminally ill Indiana residents, expanding end-of-life care options currently prohibited under state law.

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Bill Summary · HB 1011

Legislative bill overview

HB 1011 would establish end-of-life options for terminally ill Indiana residents, likely permitting medical aid in dying under specific circumstances. The bill was introduced by Representative Matt Pierce and referred to the Public Health Committee in January 2025. Specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed in available legislative records.

Why is this important

End-of-life legislation directly affects how individuals can approach terminal illness and end-of-life care decisions, raising questions about patient autonomy, medical ethics, and state policy. Indiana currently does not permit medical aid in dying, so passage would represent a significant shift in state law affecting healthcare providers, patients, and families facing terminal diagnoses.

Potential points of contention

  • Medical ethics and religious objections: Healthcare providers and faith-based organizations may oppose the practice on moral or religious grounds, while proponents argue it respects patient autonomy and dignity
  • Safeguards and abuse prevention: Debates will likely center on eligibility requirements, waiting periods, mental health evaluations, and protections against coercion or misuse
  • Access and equity concerns: Questions about whether safeguards might create disparities in access based on geography, insurance status, or healthcare literacy

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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