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BillHR 8690 · 119

Pregnant Women in Custody Act

Introduced
May 7, 2026
Cosponsors
17
Traction
0
Last Action
May 8, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires improvements to healthcare for pregnant women in prison, particularly related to pregnancy and childbirth. Funds and establishes programs to address these health needs.

Sponsored By

Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 7, 2026
  3. May 8, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects incarcerated women, particularly those who are pregnant or giving birth, by improving their access to healthcare and medical services. It also impacts correctional facilities and healthcare providers who work with incarcerated populations.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
15backers
  • Democratic15
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (17)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeHomeland Security Committee
IntroducedMay 7, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 8, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.