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IL SB3418
Bill
Status
1/13/2021
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Van Pelt
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AI Summary
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Requires Cook County Department of Corrections, Illinois Department of Corrections, and county sheriffs to provide training on medical and mental health care for pregnant prisoners to correctional officers and staff who have contact with pregnant prisoners
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Mandates educational programming for pregnant prisoners covering prenatal care, effects of alcohol and drugs on fetal development, parenting skills, and child health issues
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Requires infants to remain with incarcerated mothers for 72 hours after birth (unless medically contraindicated) and provides access to necessary nutritional and hygiene products including diapers
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Prohibits placing pregnant prisoners or those who gave birth within the preceding 30 days in administrative segregation unless the director or sheriff determines placement is necessary due to risk of self-harm, harm to others, or escape attempt
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Prohibits assigning pregnant prisoners to beds elevated more than 3 feet above the floor; effective January 1, 2021
Legislative Description
PREGNANT PRISONERS
Last Action
Session Sine Die
1/13/2021