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Voluntary assisted dying laws have been passed in the ACT. Here’s what happens next

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The Australian Capital Territory parliament passed its voluntary assisted dying law yesterday by 20 to five.

The ACT now joins the six Australian states, all of which have their own voluntary assisted dying laws.

Like the states, the ACT law will begin after an 18-month implementation period. So eligible residents will be able...

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