Signed by Governor Ralph Northam

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits state funding from being used for conversion therapy on minors.

Highlights:

• Prohibits state funds from being expended for, or extending health benefits coverage, for conducting conversion therapy for a person under 18 years of age or (Sec. 2).

• Defines “conversion therapy” as any practice or treatment that seeks to change an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity, including efforts to change behaviors or gender expressions, or to eliminate or reduce sexual and romantic attractions toward individuals of the same gender (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits state funding from being used for conversion therapy on minors.

Highlights:

• Prohibits state funds from being expended for, or extending health benefits coverage, for conducting conversion therapy for a person under 18 years of age or (Sec. 2).

• Defines “conversion therapy” as any practice or treatment that seeks to change an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity, including efforts to change behaviors or gender expressions, or to eliminate or reduce sexual and romantic attractions toward individuals of the same gender (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text