Rep. Kamlager-Dove Pushes to Ban Solitary Confinement for Pregnant Women in Federal Custody
The Pregnant Women in Custody Act is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been sent to three different House committees for review and is waiting for further action. The bill is considered active as it moves through these initial committee assignments.
While there is some bipartisan interest in prison reform, bills introduced by the minority party without high-profile Republican support often struggle to move forward.
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Women with criminal records who are pregnant while incarcerated in federal facilities would benefit from new health care standards, restrictions on punitive measures like solitary confinement, and the option to transfer to a halfway house for high-risk pregnancies. The bill also requires education about parental rights, child support, and family preservation services, helping women maintain connections with their children.
“information about the parental rights of the woman, including the right to place the child in kinship care, and notice of the rights of the child”
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Introduced in House
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Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove reintroduced the Pregnant Women in Custody Act, establishing care standards for pregnant women in federal custody, including a ban on restraints and restrictive housing. The bill also mandates data collection on pregnancy outcomes in jails and detention centers.
The updated Pregnant Women in Custody Act expands protections to include women in ICE and CBP custody. It requires facilities to provide prenatal care, nutrition, and mental health support while limiting the use of solitary confinement and shackles on pregnant individuals.
The proposed Pregnant Women in Custody Act seeks to strengthen protections for incarcerated pregnant women, requiring authorities to track health outcomes and provide minimum healthcare standards, including access to vitamins, proper bedding, and nutrition.
No votes or related bills recorded for this bill yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Pregnant Women in Custody Act
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