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Introduced
06/23/2022
06/23/2022
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/25/2022
06/25/2022
Introduced Session
Fifty-fifth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2022)
Bill Summary
Conversion therapy; prohibition; sexual orientation
AI Summary
This bill prohibits psychotherapists from providing "conversion therapy" to anyone under the age of 18, regardless of the willingness of the person or their parent/guardian. Conversion therapy is defined as any practice or treatment that seeks to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill also prevents health profession regulatory boards from authorizing religious exemptions to this prohibition. Psychotherapists who violate this law are subject to disciplinary action by their respective regulatory boards.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in House and read first time (on 06/23/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/77895 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/55leg/2r/bills/hb2824p.htm |
| Bill | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/55leg/2r/bills/hb2824p.pdf |
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