The Supreme Court agreed Monday to hear a challenge to Colorado’s law banning conversion therapy for LGBTQ minors, a case that could have broad implications for similar laws in over 20 states.
The challenge comes from Kaley Chiles, a licensed counselor and practicing Christian, who argues the law violates her First Amendment rights by restricting discussions with clients who voluntarily seek faith-based counseling. Chiles, represented by the Alliance Defending Freedom, claims the law “silences counselors’ ability to express views their clients seek.”
Colorado officials defend the law, arguing that conversion therapy is a harmful and discredited practice. The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the ban, ruling that the law regulates professional conduct rather than speech.
The Supreme Court has previously declined to take up similar cases, but Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, and Brett Kavanaugh indicated last year that they wanted to review the issue. The justices’ decision could reshape state laws on therapy regulations nationwide.
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- CBS News – MBFC Rating
- Washington Examiner – MBFC Rating
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