What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 948.
Improved Healthcare for Pregnant and Postpartum Incarcerated Individuals
This act aims to enhance healthcare for pregnant and postpartum individuals in federal, state, and local correctional facilities. It prohibits the shackling of pregnant individuals and establishes programs for health, social, and reentry support to ensure dignified conditions and better health outcomes for them and their children.
Key points
Prohibition of Shackling: States not implementing similar laws restricting the use of restraints on pregnant individuals will face a 25% reduction in federal justice grants.
Model Care Programs: Federal prisons will establish programs offering access to healthy food, counseling, childbirth education, and reentry assistance for pregnant and postpartum individuals.
Grants for States: States and local jurisdictions will receive funding to create or expand similar programs in their prisons and jails.
Reports and Oversight: Studies will be conducted on maternal and infant health outcomes among incarcerated individuals, including racial disparities, and the impact of Medicaid ineligibility.
Status:
Expired
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