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AZ HB2594
Bill
Status
2/7/2018
Primary Sponsor
Cesar Chavez
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AI Summary
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Prohibits psychotherapists from providing conversion therapy to any person under 18 years of age, regardless of consent from the minor or their parent/legal guardian.
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Defines "conversion therapy" as any practice or treatment seeking to change sexual orientation, gender identity, behaviors, gender expressions, or romantic attractions toward same-sex individuals.
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Excludes from the prohibition: assistance with gender transition and neutral support services that provide acceptance, coping strategies, or identity exploration without seeking to change sexual orientation or gender identity.
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Applies to licensed physicians specializing in psychiatry, homeopathic physicians, psychologists, and behavioral health professionals regulated under Arizona state licensing boards.
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Subjects violating psychotherapists to disciplinary action by their respective health profession regulatory boards.
Legislative Description
Sexual orientation; conversion therapy; prohibition.
Health Professionals
Last Action
House read second time
2/8/2018