The proposed bill, titled "Ava's Law," establishes new provisions regarding the treatment of pregnant women in custody. It mandates that every female arrested and not released on bond within 72 hours must be offered a pregnancy test upon request, with the test to be administered within 24 hours of the request. Additionally, municipal and county detention facilities are required to inform arrested females of their right to request a pregnancy test during the booking process. The bill also defines the terms "female" and "pregnant woman," and outlines the acceptable methods for conducting pregnancy tests.

Furthermore, the bill allows sentencing courts to stay the beginning of incarceration for up to 12 weeks for pregnant women convicted of any offense, contingent upon the court's consideration of various factors, including the severity of the offense and the health of the unborn child. The court must provide written justification for granting such a stay and may impose conditions that the pregnant woman must comply with during this period. After the stay, the woman is entitled to a postpartum assessment and necessary services. The Department of Corrections is tasked with collecting and publishing data related to pregnant women in custody, including the number of pregnancies, births, and complications, while ensuring compliance with confidentiality laws. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.