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Texas Jail Data Exposes Maternal Health Gaps
3 Feb
Summary
- Texas jails held 430 pregnant inmates monthly from Sep-Nov 2025.
- 42 deliveries, 28 miscarriages occurred in Texas jails.
- New data collection aims for accountability in pregnant inmate care.
Texas has begun collecting extensive data on pregnant individuals incarcerated in county jails, including prenatal care, mental health, and pregnancy outcomes. This initiative, prompted by past incidents and lawsuits alleging mistreatment, aims to improve accountability.
Between September and November 2025, Texas county jails averaged 430 pregnant inmates monthly. During this period, there were 42 deliveries, 28 miscarriages, and one ectopic pregnancy recorded.
This comprehensive data collection makes Texas one of few states tracking such detailed information on pregnant jail inmates. Advocates believe it will highlight preventable harm and generational trauma inflicted upon this population.
