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NY S00399
NY S00399Allows pregnant inmates to have one support person in the delivery room; requires information on the nursery program, pregnancy counseling and abortion services.
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Introduced
01/06/2021
01/06/2021
In Committee
06/10/2021
06/10/2021
Crossed Over
06/10/2021
06/10/2021
Passed
11/03/2021
11/03/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
11/15/2021
11/15/2021
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
Allows pregnant inmates to have one support person in the delivery room; requires information on the nursery program, pregnancy counseling and abortion services.
AI Summary
This bill allows pregnant inmates to have at least one support person of their choosing accompany them in the delivery room and when they are in labor and recovering after giving birth. The bill also requires correctional facilities to inform pregnant inmates about their ability to apply to any nursery program, as well as provide information on pregnancy counseling and abortion services. The bill aims to ensure pregnant inmates receive appropriate care and support during childbirth and the postpartum period.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
SIGNED CHAP.621 (on 11/15/2021)
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