An Act regarding the use of aversive therapy
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to prohibit the use of aversive therapy – procedures that cause physical pain or deny a reasonable humane existence – for individuals with disabilities. It aims to protect vulnerable populations from practices considered harmful and inhumane. The legislation reflects a concern about the ethical implications of using painful or distressing methods to manage behavior in people with disabilities. This bill builds upon previous attempts to address this issue.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the use of aversive therapy.
- Specifically targets procedures that cause physical pain.
- Addresses practices that deny a reasonable humane existence.
- Applies to individuals with disabilities.
- Follows previous legislative efforts to restrict aversive therapy.
Who is affected
- Individuals with disabilities
- Families of individuals with disabilities
- Healthcare providers
- Disability advocacy groups
Notable changes
- This bill represents a renewed effort to ban aversive therapy.
- It builds upon prior legislative attempts to regulate this practice.
- The bill seeks to align with evolving ethical standards regarding the treatment of individuals with disabilities.
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Sponsors
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13 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
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