SPRINGFIELD – State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) is speaking out in strong opposition to proposed legislation that would legalize assisted suicide in Illinois.
“I rise today with firm, unapologetic opposition to assisted suicide,” said Rep. Grant. “Let’s call this what it is — the state giving a green light to end a life. And that is something I will never support.”
A longtime pro-life advocate, Grant emphasized that her beliefs extend beyond the unborn to include the elderly, the disabled, and those who are isolated or struggling.
“I’m pro-life. That includes the unborn, the elderly, the disabled, and those who are alone or struggling,” she said. “Life isn’t something we should ever treat as disposable or irrelevant.”
Grant warned the policy opens the door for abuse, putting vulnerable populations at risk. “People with developmental disabilities, seniors who feel like a burden, and those without family or support — they will be the ones who get pushed aside.”
She shared a story from a visitor at the Capitol: “Her daughter was placed in hospice nine years ago, yet this Spring she attended her very first prom. Would we get stories like this with assisted suicide being legalized?”
“We should be offering hope and help — not a prescription for death,” Grant said. “I’m an advocate for life on the way into this world, while you’re here, and on the way out. The only thing that should be forcibly terminated is this bill.”
If the bill comes to the House floor, Grant is urging her colleagues to vote no.
For more information, please contact State Representative Amy Grant’s District Office at 331-218-4182.
State Representative Amy Grant, is currently in her 4th term as State Representative in the General Assembly. The 47th district is made up of several communities in DuPage County, including Naperville, Warrenville, Glen Ellyn, Wheaton, Lisle, Carol Stream, Bartlett, West Chicago, Winfield, and Wayne.