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flag Texas jails held 430 pregnant people monthly in 2025, with 42 births, 28 miscarriages, and care concerns.

flag Texas county jails held an average of 430 pregnant individuals monthly from September to November 2025, new data shows, as part of a state initiative tracking prenatal care, mental health, and pregnancy outcomes. flag The effort, funded by a $15,000 budget rider and led by Rep. Mary González, revealed 42 deliveries, 28 miscarriages, and one ectopic pregnancy. flag Two births occurred in jail cells or an ambulance, raising concerns about care quality. flag The data, collected by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, aims to increase accountability amid past tragedies and ongoing federal lawsuits over neglect. flag A full report is expected by December 2026.

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