An Act prohibiting the participation of healthcare professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners

Summary

The bill adds a new section to state law that forbids any licensed health‑care provider from participating in, facilitating, or covering up torture or abusive treatment of people who are detained. It permits care that is strictly for medical treatment and limited lawful activities, but bans involvement in interrogations, falsifying records, or any actions that harm a prisoner’s health.

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