The United States Supreme Court is set to examine a challenge to Colorado’s law that prohibits “conversion therapy” for minors, as brought forth by a Christian counselor. This law, in place since 2019, forbids licensed counselors from attempting to alter a child’s sexual orientation or gender identity. Colorado argues that its legislation is grounded in “overwhelming evidence” that highlights the potential negative effects of such therapy on minors.
This case will delve into whether the state’s law infringes upon constitutional free speech rights, a point that legal professionals and observers will watch closely. Similar laws are enacted in at least 20 states and numerous localities, marking the outcome of this case as potentially influential for broader legal standards surrounding counseling practices across the nation. For further details, the original piece is available on the National Law Journal.