❌ HB542
Require all inmate pregnancy outcomes be reported to DRC
Current Status: In House Committee (Government Oversight)
Summary
The bill requires all county, municipal, and state correctional facilities in Ohio to report the pregnancy outcomes of pregnant inmates to the Department of Rehabilitation and Correction by December 31st of each year.
Rationale
The bill imposes a reporting requirement on correctional facilities, which may be seen as an increase in government oversight and control over individuals' personal circumstances, conflicting with the principles of personal liberty and self-ownership advocated by both the LP and LPO.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government oversight of personal health outcomes
- Potential violation of inmate privacy rights
- Administrative burden on correctional facilities