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HB 145

Pregnant Women in Custody

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Daryl Campbell and 1 co-sponsor

Florida bill establishing medical care and restraint protections for pregnant women in custody; failed to advance past subcommittee in 2025.

Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 145

Legislative bill overview

HB 145 would establish protocols and protections for pregnant women held in Florida custody, including regulations on restraint use, medical care access, and conditions of confinement. The bill died in the Criminal Justice Subcommittee in June 2025 after being indefinitely postponed in May, never advancing to a full chamber vote.

Why is this important

Pregnant individuals in custody face documented health risks from restraints, delayed medical care, and inadequate prenatal services. This bill addresses a recognized gap in Florida law regarding humane treatment standards for an especially vulnerable population, with potential implications for maternal and fetal health outcomes.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact on corrections: Compliance costs for restraint policies, medical protocols, and facility modifications could increase operational expenses for jails and prisons
  • Balancing security concerns: Restrictions on restraint use may create perceived security challenges for custody staff during transport and facility operations
  • Scope and enforcement: Disagreement over which facilities and custody situations the bill covers, and how violations would be monitored and penalized

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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