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Netherlands to ban conversion therapy
Summary by LGBTQ News Editorial Desk Michael K. Lavers , as published by Washington Blade
· June 17, 2026
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Key takeaway The Dutch Senate recently approved a bill that would prohibit this practice.
In international news, the Netherlands has taken a significant step towards banning conversion therapy. The Dutch Senate recently approved a bill that would prohibit this practice. A majority of senators supported the proposal, with 57 out of 75 voting in favor.
The bill had previously been approved by the Dutch House of Representatives last September. Once it becomes law, practitioners of conversion therapy could face severe penalties, including imprisonment and fines. Further details on this development are available from local sources, including online newspapers that have been following the story.
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Category: rights Published: June 17, 2026 Source: Washington Blade Reading time: 1 min
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