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MI HB5669
Bill
Status
5/19/2016
Primary Sponsor
Adam Zemke
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AI Summary
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Prohibits mental health professionals from engaging in conversion therapy with minors under the Michigan Mental Health Code.
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Subjects mental health professionals who violate this prohibition to disciplinary action and licensing sanctions for unprofessional conduct under the Public Health Code (MCL 333.16221 and 333.16226).
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Defines "conversion therapy" as practices or treatments that seek to change an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity, including efforts to change behavior, gender expression, or sexual/romantic attractions.
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Excludes from the definition of conversion therapy: counseling for gender transition, counseling providing acceptance and support, identity exploration, and neutral intervention to prevent unlawful conduct or unsafe sexual practices.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment, contingent upon the enactment of House Bill 5668 or Senate Bill (number unspecified).
Legislative Description
Mental health; children; conversion therapy; prohibit. Amends 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1001 - 330.2106) by adding sec. 901a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5668'16
Children: other
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/19/2016
5/24/2016