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                        The controversial issue has come close to passing in the past.
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                        Unlikely factors easily threaten bills even when they have wide support.
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                        Advocates for death with dignity bills—one in the House and one in the Senate--launched a renewed drive in Annapolis Wednesday, optimistic their bills…
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                        Oregon, Washington, Vermont, and Montana all allow terminally ill patients to seek aid in dying. The practice will take effect in California in a few…