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Mandating Inmate Housing Based Strictly on Biological Sex in Prisons.

This law requires federal and state prisons to house inmates solely based on their biological sex, defined by characteristics present at birth. The goal is to enhance the safety and dignity of incarcerated women by prohibiting the co-location of individuals of different biological sexes in overnight housing. States failing to comply with this strict separation rule risk losing specific federal crime control funding.
Key points
Inmates must be housed based exclusively on biological sex (chromosomes, genitalia) determined at birth.
Prohibits co-locating individuals of different biological sexes in overnight housing in federal and state detention facilities.
States must certify compliance to the Attorney General to remain eligible for certain federal crime control funds.
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Print number: 118_S_752
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2023-03-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Violence Against Female Inmates Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_752.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Inmates must be housed based exclusively on biological sex (chromosomes, genitalia) determined at birth.
  • Prohibits co-locating individuals of different biological sexes in overnight housing in federal and state detention facilities.
  • States must certify compliance to the Attorney General to remain eligible for certain federal crime control funds.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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