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KS HB2267
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Health and Human Services
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AI Summary
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Prohibits licensed healthcare professionals from performing conversion therapy on individuals under 18 years of age, including those licensed by the State Board of Healing Arts, Board of Nursing, and Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board
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Defines conversion therapy as any practice seeking to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity, including efforts to change behaviors, gender expressions, or reduce same-sex attractions
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Exempts practices that assist with gender transition, provide acceptance and support for sexual orientation or gender identity, or facilitate coping and identity exploration without seeking to change orientation or identity
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Exempts religious leaders or officials performing conversion therapy as part of religious duties when not acting under a state-issued professional license
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Classifies violation as unprofessional conduct subject to disciplinary action by the practitioner's respective regulatory board, with the prohibition also applying to telemedicine services
Legislative Description
Prohibiting certain licensed individuals from using conversion therapy on minors.
Last Action
House Referred to Committee on Health and Human Services
2/4/2025