underhill lobbied state lawmakers to legalize physician assist the suicide. >> if this bill passes i'll be comfortable knowing if things are too bearable in my last weeks, i can end my life. >> we now live in an area where other states have not gone. >> vermont's governor signed the death with dignity. >> this will be the first legislative effort where the governor has the privilege to sign the bill. >> i have no fear that i will ask for the medication. will i get to the point where i'll take it or i feel so bad that i have to take it. i don't know. >> what is it about dying that way that is more comforting to you. >> it's on my terms. >> vermont is one of five states where physician-assisted suicide is permitted. new mexico could be the sixth state if a court ruling is not appealed. it is happening in other states, involving a controversial group operating in the shadows. it's called the final exit network. >> the difference - he liked pub lifty. it's a private thing. >> dr leary eggbert used to be long to the group. he keeps a home in maryland. you make the patient put the bag on thei