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HB 1498·MS·house

Therapists; prohibit from sexual relationship with patients.

FailedFiled Jan 19, 2026
Sponsor: Evans
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(H) Died In Committee

Feb 3, 2026

Summary

The bill makes it illegal for anyone who presents themselves as a therapist to have sexual contact with a current or recent patient, even if the patient agrees. It also adds that conduct as a basis for discipline for many licensed mental‑health and medical professionals and expands immunity for people who report abuse. The measure did not pass and died in committee.

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