HB1240 — Prisons and Reformatory Institutions - As introduced, restricts the use of physical restraints on pregnant inmates; requires regular prenatal and postpartum medical care for pregnant inmates; prohibits the use of solitary confinement for pregnant inmates and inmates who have given birth within the past eight weeks. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 40; Title 41 and Title 68.

HB1240 — Prisons and Reformatory Institutions - As introduced, restricts the use of physical restraints on pregnant inmates; requires regular prenatal and postpartum medical care for pregnant inmates; prohibits the use of solitary confinement for pregnant inmates and inmates who have given birth within the past eight weeks. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 40; Title 41 and Title 68. · Informed CitizenryHB1240 amends Tennessee law to establish regulations for the treatment of pregnant inmates in penal institutions, correctional facilities, detention centers, and county jails. The bill requires tha…Open in Informed Citizenry