Ensuring OB–GYN Care in Prisons Act

Access to Specialized Care: The bill requires the Director to ensure all prisoners have access to an obstetrician-gynecologist at facilities where female prisoners are incarcerated (Section 2, 4051(h)(3)(A)).

Timely Medical Assessment: Female prisoners will receive an initial visit with an employed obstetrician-gynecologist no later than 14 days after their imprisonment (Section 2, 4051(h)(3)(B)).

Comprehensive Medical Services: Prisoners will have access to a wide range of services including menstrual health care, contraceptive counseling, gynecological diagnosis, cancer screenings, prenatal care, postpartum care, and mental health screenings for postpartum depression (Section 2, 4051(h)(3)(C)).

Patient Rights and Autonomy: The bill provides protections such as informed consent for exams or procedures, the right to refuse non-emergency care, and communication in the prisoner's preferred language (Section 2, 4051(h)(3)(D)).

Sensitive Care Standards: Medical services will be provided using trauma-informed care standards for survivors of sexual violence (Section 2, 4051(h)(3)(E)).

Uninterrupted Specialized Care: The bill ensures that prisoners can receive referrals to other medical specialists when necessary, specifically stating that transportation or security arrangements should not delay access and that care cannot be denied due to cost or staffing constraints (Section 2, 4051(h)(3)(F)).