Pregnant and Postpartum Inmate Amendments

Extended the required period for providing access to a social worker for pregnant or postpartum inmates from six weeks to 12 weeks.

Clarified that the postpartum recovery period is defined as 12 weeks after the day of birth.

Added a specific reporting requirement for the number of female inmates in custody who are parents to a minor child.

Corrected a line numbering error in the reporting section regarding federal law requirements.

Extended the requirement for social worker access and postpartum care from six weeks to 12 weeks after birth to assist with childcare, reunification, and treatment plans.

Clarified that the postpartum recovery period is defined as 12 weeks after birth, affecting when restraints and care services must be provided.

Strengthened restrictions on restraints during postpartum recovery by requiring an individualized determination of security risks before they can be used.

Updated reporting requirements for county jails and the Department of Corrections to include specific data on pregnant inmates, parents of minors, and restraint usage during postpartum recovery.

Adjusted definitions and reporting categories to ensure consistency in tracking pregnant and postpartum inmates across different facilities.