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Introduced
01/17/2017
01/17/2017
In Committee
01/25/2017
01/25/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/05/2017
05/05/2017
Introduced Session
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Defines term "conversion therapy"; prohibits persons who are licensed to provide professional counseling & various health practitioners from engaging in conversion therapy with person who is younger than specified age.
AI Summary
This bill defines "conversion therapy" and prohibits licensed professionals, such as medical practitioners, psychologists, and counselors, from engaging in conversion therapy with individuals under the age of 18. Conversion therapy refers to any practice or treatment aimed at changing a person's sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The bill provides exceptions for counseling that supports gender transition or provides acceptance, support, and understanding without the goal of changing the person's sexual orientation or gender identity. Engaging in or attempting to engage in conversion therapy with a person under 18 is considered unprofessional conduct and subject to disciplinary action.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (10)
David Richardson (D)*,
Lori Berman (D),
Joseph Geller (D),
Evan Jenne (D),
Amy Mercado (D),
Rene Plasencia (R),
Sean Shaw (D),
Emily Slosberg-King (D),
Carlos Smith (D),
Clovis Watson (D),
Last Action
Died in Health Quality Subcommittee (on 05/05/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/273 |
| Bill | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/0273/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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