Bill > HB06695

This bill aims to protect youth from conversion therapy, which is defined as any practice or treatment that seeks to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill prohibits health care providers from engaging in conversion therapy and considers it unprofessional conduct. It also makes it unlawful for anyone to practice or administer conversion therapy in the conduct of trade or commerce, considering it an unfair or deceptive trade practice. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of public funds for practicing, referring to, or providing health benefits coverage for conversion therapy.

Health and Social Services

Public Health Committee (J)

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