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Introduced
01/27/2022
01/27/2022
In Committee
01/31/2022
01/31/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/31/2022
03/31/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES -- Adds to existing law to prohibit conversion therapy for minors.
AI Summary
This bill adds a new section to existing Idaho law to prohibit mental health professionals from providing "conversion therapy" to minors under the age of 18. Conversion therapy refers to any practice or treatment that seeks to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill provides a definition of conversion therapy and exceptions for clergy members or religious counselors acting in a pastoral capacity, and for parents or grandparents who are healthcare professionals acting in a parental capacity. The bill also states that a violation of the prohibition on providing conversion therapy to minors will be considered unprofessional conduct subject to disciplinary proceedings.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Health and Welfare Committee (H)
Last Action
Referred to Health & Welfare (on 01/31/2022)
Official Document
bill text
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2022/legislation/H0483/ |
| BillText | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2022/legislation/H0483.pdf |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2022/legislation/H0483SOP.pdf |
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