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NY Church Joins MAID Case
New York Archbishop Ronald Hicks, the Archdiocese of New York and its healthcare ministry, ArchCare, joined a federal lawsuit seeking protection from provisions of the state’s Medical Aid in Dying Act, arguing they would be forced to violate their religious beliefs. The law allows mentally capable adults with six months or less to live to request physician-prescribed life-ending medication; Catholic groups say they could still be required to counsel patients about the option and help them navigate access. A state spokeswoman said participation is voluntary and religious facilities can opt out, while the amended lawsuit seeks the same temporary exemption from providing information already granted to the original plaintiffs.
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