This bill aims to prohibit health plan coverage for conversion therapy for minors and vulnerable adults in Minnesota. It introduces a new section, [62A.195] PROHIBITION ON COVERAGE OF CONVERSION THERAPY FOR MINORS AND VULNERABLE ADULTS, which defines conversion therapy and vulnerable adults, and mandates that health plans offered to Minnesota residents must not cover conversion therapy for individuals under 18 or those classified as vulnerable adults. The prohibition will take effect on January 1, 2027, applying to health plans issued or renewed after that date. Additionally, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 363A.06, subdivision 1, to enhance the responsibilities of the commissioner of human rights. It includes a new provision (c) that requires the commissioner to take appropriate actions to protect Minnesotans from conversion therapy, including investigating charges and pursuing civil relief against mental health practitioners engaging in unfair discriminatory practices related to conversion therapy. This aligns with the bill's overall goal of safeguarding the rights and well-being of vulnerable populations in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 363A.06