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Births in Custody Reporting: Improving Care for Pregnant Inmates

This act aims to improve care for pregnant individuals and those giving birth while in custody. It requires states to collect and report data on pregnancies, births, and medical care in correctional facilities. This information will help identify issues and potentially lead to better treatment standards for pregnant inmates.
Key points
States must collect and report data on pregnant inmates, including their race, ethnicity, and admission quarter.
Reports will cover pregnancy tests, prenatal visits, pregnancy outcomes (e.g., live births, miscarriages, deaths), use of restraints, and postpartum care.
All data collected will be anonymized and aggregated, without any personally identifiable information.
States failing to comply may face a reduction in federal funding for crime control programs.
The Attorney General will study the reported data to improve treatment for pregnant inmates and examine links between conditions and adverse pregnancy outcomes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_687
Sponsor: Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA]
Process start date: 2025-02-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BCRA of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_687.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States must collect and report data on pregnant inmates, including their race, ethnicity, and admission quarter.
  • Reports will cover pregnancy tests, prenatal visits, pregnancy outcomes (e.g., live births, miscarriages, deaths), use of restraints, and postpartum care.
  • All data collected will be anonymized and aggregated, without any personally identifiable information.
  • States failing to comply may face a reduction in federal funding for crime control programs.
  • The Attorney General will study the reported data to improve treatment for pregnant inmates and examine links between conditions and adverse pregnancy outcomes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA].

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 2025-12-23.

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