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FL S0068
Bill
Status
Introduced
8/9/2017
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Clemens
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AI Summary
- Defines "conversion therapy" as any practice or treatment aimed at changing an individual's sexual orientation, behavior, gender identity, or gender expression
- Prohibits licensed healthcare professionals (including physicians, psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and mental health counselors) from practicing conversion therapy on individuals under 18 years of age
- Excludes from the definition professional counseling that supports gender transition or provides acceptance and coping support without the goal of changing sexual orientation or gender identity
- Subjects licensed professionals who practice or attempt to practice conversion therapy on minors to disciplinary proceedings by the department and appropriate licensing boards
- Takes effect July 1, 2018
Legislative Description
Conversion Therapy
Last Action
Withdrawn prior to introduction
11/3/2017
Committee Referrals
Health Policy8/28/2017
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