HB122 (Pregnant and Postpartum Inmate Amendments)

  • Status: Introduced
  • Position: Support
  • Bill Number: HB122
  • Session: 2026 Legislative Session
  • Latest Update: February 2, 2026
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Summary

HB122 provides safety guardrails for pregnant and postpartum inmates, ensuring that correctional staff refrain from unjustified use of restraints on inmates recovering from giving birth. This bill clarifies that postpartum healing goes beyond the time in the hospital after giving birth.

Sponsors:
Rep. Candice Pierucci