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S-231 — An Act to amend the Criminal Code (medical assistance in dying)
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- Status
- At Second Reading In The Senate
- Sponsor
- Pamela Wallin
- Introduced
- 2025-06-12
- Session
- 45-1
What it does
AI plain-language summary of the official text.
Bill S-231 is a Senate public bill introduced in the 45th Parliament that proposes amendments to the Criminal Code relating to medical assistance in dying (MAID). The bill received first reading on June 12, 2025, and is currently at the second reading stage in the Senate as of October 29, 2025. The specific nature of the proposed amendments is not detailed in the available metadata.
Passage outlook
Unlikely to pass because it's a Senate public bill (which rarely passes), it's at an early stage.
Historically 5–20% of comparable federal bills became law (base rate 19%, n=103). Momentum has slowed, so that historical rate likely overstates its current odds.
A transparent, rule-based outlook from bill type, stage, and verified government standing — not a guaranteed prediction.
Stage timeline
Second reading
2025-10-29Senate
First reading
2025-06-12Senate
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