Protecting Pregnant Women in Immigration Detention: No Shackles, Humane Treatment.
This bill aims to ensure humane treatment for pregnant, lactating, or postpartum individuals held under immigration laws. It establishes a presumption of release for these individuals unless they pose a serious threat. The act also prohibits shackling and other restraints, and guarantees access to comprehensive healthcare, including pregnancy and childbirth-related services.
Key points
Pregnant, lactating, or postpartum individuals in immigration detention will be released unless they pose an immediate and serious threat to themselves or others.
Shackling and other restraints are prohibited for pregnant individuals during pregnancy, labor, transport to medical facilities, delivery, or postpartum, with very limited exceptions.
Access to comprehensive healthcare services, including prenatal, postpartum, lactation, and abortion services, will be guaranteed for detained pregnant individuals.
Regular reviews of detention status and mandatory training for Department of Homeland Security employees on these new requirements are mandated.
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