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End of Life Option Act

The End of Life Option Act (EOLA) allows an adult diagnosed with a terminal disease, who meets certain qualifications, to request the aid-in-dying drugs from their attending physician. The Act requires physicians to submit specified form​s and information to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). CDPH will collect data from forms submitted by physicians. Annual reports will be made pursuant to the Act and relevant privacy requirements.​​​​

Latest Important Updates​​

​The New EOLA Application Is Now Live

Available October 8, 2025​, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is pleased to announce the official launch of the newly redesigned End of Life Option Act (EOLA) application.

Here's what's new:​

  • New Login Experience
    The application now features a simplified and user-friendly login process, making access more efficient and secure.
  • Updated Look and Feel
    The interface has been refreshed with a modern design that improves navigation and usability.
  • Improved Functionality
    The new system comes with a range of enhanced features, including a user dashboard with action items and a message center.

You can now access the updated EOLA application on the CDPH Online Portal.​

Governor Approves SB 403, Extending California’s End of Life Option Act Indefinitely

The Governor signed Senate Bill 403 (SB 403) into law on October 3, 2025. The bill removes the act’s expiration date, allowing California’s End​ of Life Option Act to continue indefinitely. In addition, SB 403 specifies that no reimbursement is required for local agencies or school districts under Section 6 of Article XIII B of the California Constitution in connection with this law.​


View all EOLA updates​
EOLA Privacy Notice
​Click Here to View EOLA's ​Notice on Collection 📋​​​​​

EOLA Online Forms Portal
Click Here to Submit EOLA Forms Online📝

To access the EOLA portal and complete the EOLA forms online please follow the instructions below:

  1. Click on the "EOLA Online Forms Portal" image above
  2. Click on "Sign Up" to create an account (upper right corner)
  3. Click on the "Start" button below the "End of Life Option Act" title and image
  4. Access forms
    1. Click on the ​​"Submit EOLA forms online" button to access and submit forms electronically
    2. or access PDF forms on this webpage​

Note: The first form that is required to be entered into the EOLA Portal is the Attending Physician Checklist & Compliance Form.

If you have any questions regarding the EOLA form submission portal, contact the EOLA at EOLInfo@cdph.ca.gov.​​​​

Annual Rep​orts​​​​

Provider Forms

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​Patient Forms

Statute


Legislative History

Additional Resources​

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