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MN HF2833
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/6/2014
Primary Sponsor
Carolyn Laine
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AI Summary
- Prohibits correctional facility staff from restraining pregnant women in labor, and restricts use of waist chains, handcuffs behind the back, or abdominal-contact devices on pregnant women and women within three days postpartum
- Allows restraint of postpartum women (within three days) only when staff makes an individualized determination that restraint is necessary for safety, property protection, or preventing flight
- Requires medical professionals to direct removal of restraints during medical emergencies, and restraints must be removed if medical professionals determine removal is medically necessary
- Mandates correctional facilities provide pregnancy testing (unless over age 50), STI/HIV testing for pregnant women, educational materials on pregnancy and parenting, and access to doula services
- Requires access to mental health assessments, evidence-based treatment including psychotropic medication for mental illness, and therapeutic care for postpartum depression during pregnancy and six-month postpartum period
- Requires staff training on restraint provisions and written or oral advisement of pregnant women regarding applicable laws and policies
Legislative Description
Incarcerated women needs addressed relating to pregnancy and childbirth.
Last Action
Authors added Dehn, R., and Winkler
5/12/2014
Committee Referrals
Public Safety Finance and Policy3/6/2014
Full Bill Text
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