States would have to report how pregnant people and new parents are treated while in custody. The reports would track health care and birth outcomes, plus the use of restraints or isolation. A state that does not comply could lose some federal justice grant money.
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BCRA of 2025 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Latest action on H.R. 5901: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people who are pregnant or recently gave birth while held in a jail, prison, juvenile facility, or other covered facility. It also affects the state and local agencies that keep their records and provide their care. States would need to gather the required information and report it on time to protect certain federal grant funds.
Why this matters: There is no single nationwide set of data showing what happens to pregnant people and new parents in custody. This bill could reveal patterns in their care, safety, and pregnancy outcomes. It could also show when facilities use restraints or restrictive housing. However, the bill only requires reporting and a study. It does not directly change care standards or ban these practices.
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Officially: BCRA of 2025
States would have to report how pregnant people and new parents are treated while in custody. The reports would track health care and birth outcomes, plus the use of restraints or isolation. A state that does not comply could lose some federal justice grant money.
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Where it stands
Sitting in House Committee
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (10/31/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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