NY lawmakers pass medically assisted suicide bill

Demonstrators in Albany's Capitol building.

Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (at lectern) and Assemblymember Amy Paulin (in yellow coat), sponsored the Medical Aid in Dying Act. They were joined by supporters and fellow legislators ahead of Monday's vote in Albany.

The bill now heads to Gov. Hochul's desk. She hasn't said if she'll sign it. [ more › ]