Assembly Bill 773 aims to improve the treatment of pregnant and postpartum individuals in correctional facilities by establishing specific guidelines regarding the use of physical restraints and ensuring access to necessary health services. The bill prohibits the use of restraints on individuals known to be pregnant or who have recently given birth unless there is a substantial flight risk or extraordinary medical or security circumstances, and requires an individualized determination by a representative of the facility. Additionally, the treating medical care provider must not object to the use of restraints, and the least restrictive means must be employed. Any instance of restraint must be documented in writing.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that every woman in custody be offered pregnancy testing and asked about recent childbirth or lactation. Pregnant individuals must also be offered testing for sexually transmitted infections and provided with educational materials related to pregnancy and parenting. The bill ensures access to doula services, mental health assessments, and necessary supplies for breastfeeding. It emphasizes the importance of training staff on these requirements and mandates that individuals are informed of their rights and applicable laws regarding their treatment while incarcerated.