Andrew Kearse Accountability for Denial of Medical Care Act of 2025

This measure requires federal law enforcement and federal prison staff to get or give immediate medical care when someone in their custody shows medical distress. It sets a clear duty to act quickly so people in custody receive urgent help when they need it.

• Who is affected: Federal law enforcement officers, federal prison officials, and people in federal custody.
• What changes: Staff must obtain or provide immediate medical attention for anyone in custody who shows medical distress.
• When it applies: Whenever a person in custody displays medical distress.