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This bill prohibits licensed professionals in New Mexico, such as nurses, physicians, psychologists, and social workers, from providing "conversion therapy" to minors under the age of 18. Conversion therapy is defined as any practice or treatment that seeks to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity, including efforts to change behaviors, expressions, or reduce same-sex attractions. The bill makes the use of conversion therapy on minors grounds for disciplinary action against the licensed professional by their respective regulatory boards. The bill provides exceptions for counseling or mental health services that provide acceptance, support, and understanding without seeking to change gender identity or sexual orientation, as well as services that facilitate coping, social support, and identity exploration without seeking to change those attributes.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=121&year=17