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OK HB2456
OK HB2456Professions and occupations; banning conversion therapy for certain licensed providers; providing imposition of disciplinary action; effective date.
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Introduced
02/04/2019
02/04/2019
In Committee
02/05/2019
02/05/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/23/2019
05/23/2019
Introduced Session
2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Professions and occupations; banning conversion therapy for certain licensed providers; providing imposition of disciplinary action; effective date.
AI Summary
This bill bans the practice of "conversion therapy" - which seeks to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity - for licensed providers when dealing with individuals under the age of 18. The bill also adds the provision of conversion therapy as grounds for disciplinary action by licensing boards. The bill applies to various licensed professionals, including psychologists, counselors, and behavioral health practitioners, and will take effect on November 1, 2019.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Public Health (on 02/05/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2456&Session=1900 | 01/18/2019 |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2019-20%20INT/hB/HB2456%20INT.PDF | 01/18/2019 |
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