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GA HB1092
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/22/2022
Primary Sponsor
Sharon Cooper
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AI Summary
- Arrested women not released on bond within 72 hours must be offered a urine pregnancy test, which they may decline; results may only be used to determine pregnancy status
- Prohibits the use of handcuffs, shackles, leg irons, or any restraints on pregnant women in the second or third trimester, during labor/delivery, or in the immediate postpartum period (six weeks after birth), with limited exceptions allowing front-positioned wrist handcuffs for postpartum women posing serious safety or flight risks
- Pregnant women sentenced to imprisonment who pose no significant threat may request pre-incarceration probation lasting through pregnancy and 12 weeks after birth, during which they must maintain perinatal health care and participate in education/resource programs without paying fines, fees, or restitution
- Prohibits placing pregnant or postpartum women in solitary confinement or administrative segregation, and bars strip searches requiring squatting/coughing during the second or third trimester
- Requires penal institutions to annually report to the Georgia Sheriffs' Association, beginning January 1, 2023, the total number of women detained and the total number of pregnant women detained, excluding patient-identifying information
Legislative Description
Georgia Women's CARE (Child Care Alternatives, Resources, and Education) Act, enact
Last Action
Senate Tabled
4/1/2022
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/24/2022
Health and Human Services2/1/2022
Full Bill Text
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