Bill > S02667

This bill aims to protect incarcerated individuals and those in law enforcement custody who are pregnant or have recently experienced a pregnancy outcome by prohibiting the use of restraints and excessive force, except in rare, extraordinary circumstances where there's an immediate risk of serious injury. Specifically, it amends the Correction Law to prevent restraints on incarcerated individuals during labor, medical care related to pregnancy outcomes (including birth, abortion, miscarriage, and stillbirth), and for a period of twelve weeks after such outcomes, unless absolutely necessary to prevent harm and no other means are available. It also mandates that correctional staff not be present in patient rooms during sensitive medical care unless requested by medical staff or the patient, and ensures a support person can accompany the individual. Additionally, it amends the Executive Law to prohibit law enforcement from using restraints on pregnant or post-pregnancy individuals during custodial interrogations or when their freedom of action is significantly restricted, with reporting requirements for any such uses.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2667