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Crimes Amendment (Prohibiting Shackling During Childbirth) Bill 2026

Sponsor: THORPE, Sen Lidia

Introduced18 August 2026

What does this bill do, in plain English?

Bans police from restraining pregnant women during labour and childbirth.

Source: Australian Parliament House bill record

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