[no bill text published] Criminal Offence for Engaging in Conversion Practices
Conversion Practices Prohibition Bill 2026
Private Member's Bill1st House
2nd House
Law
Introduced by: Rosalie Woodruff (GRN)
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Effects of this bill
If this bill passes, it means that:
People cannot engage in conversion practices to change or suppress someone's sexual orientation or gender identity.
It is a crime to engage in a conversion practice that causes injury to another person.
It is a crime to take someone out of Tasmania to engage in a conversion practice that causes injury.
People face fines for advertising or promoting conversion practices.
The Commissioner can force people to provide documents; answer questions; or attend meetings during investigations.
People face fines or jail for obstructing or intimidating officials carrying out these laws.