Prohibition of Medicaid Funding for Conversion Therapy Act

# Prohibition of Medicaid Funding for Conversion Therapy Act (HR 4244) **What the bill would do:** This bill would prevent state Medicaid programs (the federal-state health insurance program for low-income individuals) from paying for conversion therapy. Conversion therapy refers to any paid treatment or practice aimed at changing someone's sexual orientation or gender identity. If passed, states could no longer use Medicaid funds to cover these services. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects low-income individuals covered by Medicaid who might otherwise have access to conversion therapy through their insurance.

It also affects healthcare providers and states that administer Medicaid programs. The bill does not restrict conversion therapy itself—only its coverage through Medicaid funding. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Shri Thanedar (D-Michigan).