The proposed bill seeks to amend the North Dakota Century Code by creating a new section in chapter 43-41 that specifically addresses the regulation of social workers in relation to individuals questioning their sexuality or gender identity. The bill defines "conversion therapy" as any treatment or practice aimed at changing an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity, which includes various methods such as medication and psychotherapy. It establishes that engaging in conversion therapy is considered an ethical violation for licensed social workers, while allowing them to provide counseling to individuals who wish to align their sexuality or gender with their personal or spiritual beliefs, as long as the counseling does not attempt to change the individual's sexual orientation or identity.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific conditions that licensed social workers must adhere to when providing treatment under this new section. These conditions include ensuring that the practice aligns with the individual's self-determination, disclosing the nature of the treatment to the individual, and obtaining authorization from the individual or their parent/guardian before proceeding with any practices or treatments. The amendments reflect a shift towards protecting the rights and identities of individuals questioning their sexuality or gender while maintaining ethical standards for social workers.