Andrew Kearse Accountability for Denial of Medical Care Act of 2025
The Andrew Kearse Accountability for Denial of Medical Care Act of 2025 mandates that federal law enforcement and prison officials must provide immediate medical attention to individuals in custody who display medical distress. It is unlawful for a covered official to negligently fail to provide such attention, resulting in unnecessary pain, injury, or death. Penalties include fines and imprisonment. Inspector Generals must investigate such failures and refer cases to the Attorney General for prosecution. State attorneys general can bring civil actions for relief.
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