Jackson County LGBT 'Conversion Therapy' Ban Could Be Stricter Than Others

Reporting and fines are a big part of this legislative power move.

Behind then scenes . . . This legislation proved to be a struggle amongst allies to hammer out the deets.

Here's a worthwhile review . . .

"The ordinance would make it illegal to practice conversion therapy on minors in Jackson County, and would fine violators $500. It would also ban the organizations they work for from receiving county funding."

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Jackson County Legislature may vote to ban anti-gay 'conversion therapy' on minors

While it's already illegal for health care providers to practice "conversion therapy" on minors in Kansas City and Independence, Ordinance 5711 would make it against the law across all of Jackson County. It'd also make it easier for survivors to seek justice by providing a clear way to report abuse.