Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why This Matters
This bill protects the rights of pregnant women and new mothers in detention by ensuring they receive humane treatment and access to necessary medical care.
If you are a pregnant woman or new mother in custody, this bill prohibits the use of shackles and promotes your release.
Who this affects
pregnant women · new mothers
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill ensures that pregnant women and new mothers are treated humanely while in custody.
2It requires that all individuals entering custody receive access to pregnancy testing.
3The bill prohibits the use of shackles and restraints on pregnant women and mothers with newborns.
4It establishes a presumption that pregnant women should be released from custody unless there are specific reasons to detain them.
