Mental Health Protection Act prohibits conversion therapy for minors and disabled adults in North Carolina.

The Mental Health Protection Act bans licensed professionals from practicing conversion therapy on individuals under 18 or adults with disabilities. Conversion therapy involves efforts to change an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill defines conversion therapy and lists the professionals subject to the prohibition. Violators face disciplinary action by their licensing boards and potential proceedings by the Department of Health and Human Services. The state also cannot fund conversion therapy, referrals for it, or insurance coverage for it.

Mental Health Protection Act prohibits conversion therapy for minors and disabled adults in North Carolina.

The Mental Health Protection Act bans licensed professionals from practicing conversion therapy on individuals under 18 or adults with disabilities. Conversion therapy involves efforts to change an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill defines conversion therapy and lists the professionals subject to the prohibition. Violators face disciplinary action by their licensing boards and potential proceedings by the Department of Health and Human Services. The state also cannot fund conversion therapy, referrals for it, or insurance coverage for it.