Delaware Governor Signs State-Sanctioned Euthanasia Bill

Delaware recently enacted the Ron Silverio/Heather Block End of Life Options Law, allowing terminally ill adults to request and self-administer life-ending medication under strict safeguards, making it the 12th U.S. jurisdiction to authorize medical aid in dying. Governor Meyer highlighted the law's focus on compassion, dignity, and personal choice for those facing terminal illnesses. Additionally, the Delaware State House unanimously passed legislation to create a new Department of Veterans Affairs, headed by a cabinet-level Secretary who must be a veteran, aiming to better advocate for the state's approximately 70,000 veterans and improve access to healthcare and benefits. This department would initially remain under the Department of State but plans to become independent by 2030. Meanwhile, Delaware is also considering a constitutional amendment to enshrine same-sex marriage rights to protect them from potential federal rollbacks, with strong support from local LGBTQ advocacy groups such as CAMP Rehoboth. This amendment seeks to guarantee marriage equality regardless of gender as a fundamental right within the state.