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GA HB857

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/7/2018

Primary Sponsor

David Dreyer

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017-2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Female inmates must be given adequate access to feminine hygiene products and medical information concerning menopause and other female-specific health issues
  • Pregnant inmates are prohibited from being required to squat or cough during strip searches, and only female custodians may conduct pat-down searches of female inmates
  • Male custodians are barred from being in viewing proximity when female inmates bathe, shower, or are in a state of partial or full undress, except in exigent circumstances
  • The Board of Corrections and the Board of Public Safety must ensure custodians undergo gender sensitivity and trauma training
  • The Department of Corrections must consider the location of a female inmate's spouse, children, parents, and stepparents when determining facility placement

Legislative Description

Penal institutions; matters relating to the housing, health, and care of female inmates; provide

Last Action

House Second Readers

2/12/2018

Full Bill Text

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