Bill119th CongressFiled Jul 21, 2026
H.R. 9817
To end the shackling of pregnant individuals, and for other purposes.
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What it does
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What just happenedJul 21, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7](D-MA)Sponsor
43 cosponsors