STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The Medical Aid in Dying Act is set to be signed into law by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul this month, ending a 10-year journey for the controversial legislation.
Here’s what you need to know about the bill.
When will Hochul sign it?
Hochul announced on Dec. 17 she would sign the Medical Aid in Dying Act into law after coming to an agreement with the New York State Legislature on additional safety guardrails.
While no specific date has been announced, the Legislature begins its 2026 session on Jan. 7. Lawmakers must formally pass the agreed-upon changes before the bill is sent again to Hochul’s desk…