Ohio HB172 requires parental consent for minors to receive mental health services related to gender-related conditions.

Ohio HB172 amends the state's Revised Code to mandate that mental health professionals cannot diagnose or treat minors for gender-related conditions without parental consent. The bill also requires screening for other mental health conditions and traumas during diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, it prohibits school districts from providing sexuality content to students in grades K-12 without parental consent and mandates policies to promote parental involvement in student health decisions.

Ohio HB172 requires parental consent for minors to receive mental health services related to gender-related conditions.

Ohio HB172 amends the state's Revised Code to mandate that mental health professionals cannot diagnose or treat minors for gender-related conditions without parental consent. The bill also requires screening for other mental health conditions and traumas during diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, it prohibits school districts from providing sexuality content to students in grades K-12 without parental consent and mandates policies to promote parental involvement in student health decisions.