Free Yom Iyun: Halakhic Responses to the Medical Assistance in Dying Bill

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The 2026 Irene and Julius Horowitz z’l Bioethics and Halakha Series will take place on March 12 from 1:30-5:00 pm ET.

Schedule:

1:30-3:45 PM,  Does Halakha Recognize Personal Autonomy in End-of-Life Care

Dr. Kenneth Prager in conversation with Rabbi Jeff Fox, Rosh HaYeshiva

In this session, we will explore:

  • the implications of aiding the dying process vs. withholding treatment
  • where Jewish and secular law align and where do they clash
  • contemporary MAID laws compared with Halakhic sources. 

4:00-5:00 PM, Halakhic Healthcare Directive Workshop, Bassie Taubes, RN, Certified Oncology & Breast Care Nurse

Explore practical tools for end-of-life planning. 

In-person and on Zoom. Registration required.

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