Ohio HB300 prohibits licensed health care professionals from engaging in conversion therapy for minor patients.

Ohio HB300 amends the Revised Code to prohibit certain licensed health care professionals from engaging in conversion therapy for minor patients. Conversion therapy is defined as the practice of seeking to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill specifies that certain supportive practices, such as assisting a patient who seeks to transition, are not prohibited. State licensing boards are required to impose sanctions, including suspension, revocation, or refusal to issue or renew licenses, for non-compliance.

Ohio HB300 prohibits licensed health care professionals from engaging in conversion therapy for minor patients.

Ohio HB300 amends the Revised Code to prohibit certain licensed health care professionals from engaging in conversion therapy for minor patients. Conversion therapy is defined as the practice of seeking to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill specifies that certain supportive practices, such as assisting a patient who seeks to transition, are not prohibited. State licensing boards are required to impose sanctions, including suspension, revocation, or refusal to issue or renew licenses, for non-compliance.