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MO SB1541

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tracy McCreery

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits licensed psychologists, professional counselors, clinical social workers, and marital and family therapists from engaging in conversion therapy with minors in Missouri

  • Defines "conversion therapy" as any practices or treatments seeking to change a minor's sexual orientation or gender identity, including efforts to change behaviors, gender expressions, or reduce same-gender attractions

  • Excludes from the definition counseling that provides acceptance, support, and understanding, assists with gender transition, or facilitates identity exploration and development

  • Authorizes disciplinary action including censure, probation up to 5 years, license suspension up to 3 years, or license revocation for violations

  • Amends five sections of Missouri Revised Statutes (337.035, 337.330, 337.525, 337.630, and 337.730) governing different categories of mental health professional licensure

Legislative Description

Prohibits certain mental health professionals from engaging in conversion therapy for minors

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Families, Seniors and Health Committee

2/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Families, Seniors and Health2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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