Ensuring OB–GYN Care in Prisons Act

# Ensuring OB–GYN Care in Prisons Act (HR 7733) Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to improve obstetric and gynecological (OB-GYN) healthcare services for women in federal, state, and local prisons. The legislation would establish standards requiring correctional facilities to provide access to gynecological care, pregnancy-related medical services, and reproductive health screenings. It would also likely require training for correctional staff on maternal health and establish accountability measures for facilities that fail to meet these healthcare standards. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily impacts incarcerated women and girls in U.S. prisons, as well as correctional facility administrators and healthcare providers.

It could also affect state and federal budgets, as implementing these healthcare requirements may increase operational costs for prison systems. **Current Status** As of now, HR 7733 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Valerie Foushee (D-NC). For the bill to become law, it would need to pass committee review, a full House vote, Senate approval, and presidential signature.