Federal Ban on Commercial Conversion Therapy to Prevent Fraud and Harm.
This law establishes a federal prohibition on offering and advertising commercial practices known as "conversion therapy," which aim to change an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity. The goal is to protect citizens, particularly LGBTQ+ individuals, from fraudulent and harmful services deemed ineffective and dangerous to mental health. Enforcement will be handled by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Attorney General, ensuring strong consumer protection nationwide.
Key points
Imposes a nationwide ban on receiving payment for any practice intended to change sexual orientation or gender identity.
Prohibits advertising these practices with false claims of change or assertions that they are harmless.
Protects consumers by treating the provision of conversion therapy as an unfair and deceptive trade practice enforced by the FTC.
State Attorneys General are authorized to bring civil actions to protect residents from these unlawful practices.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2176
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2023-06-22