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Committee backs 'HUG Act' to allow physical affection during juvenile facility visits
Summary
AB 16 46, the HUG Act, would require juvenile facilities to permit family physical contact (hugs, hand‑holding) consistent with safety protocols. The committee voted to move the bill to Appropriations after family testimony and a discussion with probation officials about implementation safeguards.
The Assembly Public Safety Committee on Thursday advanced AB 16 46, known as the HUG Act, which would require juvenile facilities to permit family contact consistent with safety protocols, advocates said, to support rehabilitation and family bonds.
Assemblymember Isaac Brian (author) described visits in some facilities as physically and…
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