This bill aims to amend existing public health and welfare laws in Nebraska by prohibiting conversion therapy for individuals under the age of nineteen. It introduces new definitions for conversion therapy, gender identity conversion therapy, and sexual orientation conversion therapy, clarifying that these practices seek to change an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill also establishes that providing such therapies will result in disciplinary actions under the Uniform Credentialing Act, including the potential denial or suspension of professional credentials for those who violate this prohibition.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that no state or political subdivision funds may be used for conducting, referring individuals for, or providing health benefits coverage for conversion therapy. It harmonizes existing provisions and repeals certain sections of the Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024, to ensure consistency with the new regulations. The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting minors from harmful practices while allowing for supportive and neutral therapeutic approaches that do not aim to change an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 38-101, 38-178, 38-2894