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Ban on Commercial Conversion Therapy: Protecting Against Fraud

This act prohibits the offering and advertising of commercial therapies aimed at changing sexual orientation or gender identity, deeming them ineffective and harmful. It aims to protect citizens from fraud and negative health consequences, ensuring they do not spend money on unproven and dangerous practices.
Key points
Prohibits offering and advertising paid services intended to change sexual orientation or gender identity.
Therapies supporting gender transition or general psychological support are not covered by the ban.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general can prosecute those who violate this ban, protecting consumers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2242
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2021-06-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2242.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits offering and advertising paid services intended to change sexual orientation or gender identity.
  • Therapies supporting gender transition or general psychological support are not covered by the ban.
  • The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general can prosecute those who violate this ban, protecting consumers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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