HB 59: Pregnant Women in Custody
GENERAL BILL by Hart
Pregnant Women in Custody; Requires every female who is arrested & not released within 72 hours after arrest be administered pregnancy test upon request; requires that each municipal or county detention facility notify each arrested female of right to request pregnancy test; authorizes sentencing court to stay beginning of period of incarceration; authorizes court to order pregnant woman to comply with specified terms & conditions during stay; requires that woman be offered specified assessment & services; requires detention facilities & DOC to collect & report specified information.
Last Action: 10/7/2025 House - Now in Criminal Justice Subcommittee
Bill Text: PDF
Bill History
Date | Chamber | Action |
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9/29/2025 | House |
• Filed |
10/7/2025 | House |
• Referred to Criminal Justice Subcommittee • Referred to Judiciary Committee • Now in Criminal Justice Subcommittee |