Idaho Governor Signs Law Protecting Conscience Rights of Christian Counselors

Idaho Governor Brad Little has signed a bill strengthening protections for Christian counselors and therapists, ensuring they are not forced to counsel clients towards goals, outcomes, or behaviors that violate their conscience. Gov. Little signed the legislation (SB 1352) into law on Thursday after it passed the Idaho state Senate by an overwhelming 23-11-1 vote on Feb. 28. The bill was approved by the Idaho state House on Mar. 18 by an even wider margin of 59-10-1. No person engaged in the practice of professional counseling or marriage and family...