HB 2802 Summary

• Prohibits conversion therapy for patients under 18 years of age by health providers; exempts clergy members and parents acting in religious or parental capacity.

• Adds "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" as protected classes in employment, housing, and public accommodations discrimination laws.

• Defines "gender identity" as gender-related identity, appearance or mannerisms regardless of sex at birth, demonstrated through medical history, consistent assertion, or other sincere evidence.

• Establishes religious and other exemptions to antidiscrimination protections, including for religious organizations, places of worship, and religious educational institutions.

• Declares that regulation of discrimination and conversion therapy are matters of statewide concern not subject to local regulation by counties, cities or towns.