Require Mental Health Protocols for Pregnant Incarcerated People
In committee as of Jun 16, 2026Under review by an assigned committee.
✦ Plain-Language Summary
This law requires NYC's Department of Correction to create clear, written mental health care plans for pregnant and postpartum people held in city jails. These plans must cover how staff identify, screen, and follow up with individuals who have mental health needs during and after pregnancy. The protocols must be posted publicly online and shared with all jail staff involved in their care.
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Details
- Introduced
- May 14, 2026
- Body
- Committee on Criminal Justice
- Type
- Introduction
- Status
- Committee
Official Description
This bill would require the Department of Correction, in coordination with Correctional Health Services, to establish and maintain written protocols related to the identification, screening, referral, monitoring, and follow-up care of pregnant or postpartum individuals with mental health needs. After these written protocols are established or revised, they must be publicly on the department’s website and made available to all staff involved in the care of pregnant or postpartum individuals.