SB274

Prohibit minor mental health services without parental consent

Introduced·9/30/25
Introduced Text

Ohio SB274 prohibits mental health professionals from diagnosing or treating minors for gender-related conditions without parental consent.

Ohio SB274 amends the state's Revised Code to prohibit mental health professionals from diagnosing or treating minors for gender-related conditions without first obtaining consent from a parent, legal custodian, or guardian. The bill also mandates that professionals screen minors for other mental health conditions and traumas during diagnosis and treatment. The legislation emphasizes parental involvement in decisions about their child's mental health care and aims to ensure that such care is provided with parental consent.

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Where it stands

Current
Health Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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2
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Calendar

Jun 3

10:30 AM

Senate Health 1st Hearing, Sponsor

History

Oct 1, 2025

Senate

Referred to committee: Health

Sep 30, 2025

Senate

Introduced