California To Ban Prison Facilities Run By Private Companies

The transcript discusses a bill in California aimed at banning private for-profit prisons and immigration detention centers. Governor Newsom is expected to sign the bill, which would prevent future contracts with private corporations starting in January 2020 and phase out existing ones by 2028. The bill was amended to include immigration facilities. Supporters argue that private prisons contribute to over-incarceration and lack focus on rehabilitation, while opponents fear it may lead to overcrowding. As of June, over 2200 inmates were held in private facilities in California.

What is the primary goal of the proposed bill in California regarding private prisons?

• To increase the number of private prisons

• To allow more contracts with private corporations

• To prevent private corporations from running prisons

• To reduce the number of state-run prisons

What significant change was made to the bill in June?

• It removed the ban on future contracts

• It extended the contract phase-out to 2030

• It allowed private corporations to run more prisons

• It included detention facilities used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement

What was Governor Newsom's stance on private prisons during his inauguration speech?

• He strongly opposed private prisons

• He supported the expansion of private prisons

• He was neutral on the issue

• He proposed a new model for private prisons

What is one argument made by supporters of the bill?

• Private prisons help reduce state expenses

• Private prisons contribute to over-incarceration

• Private prisons are more effective at rehabilitation

• Private prisons are necessary for managing overcrowding

What concern do opponents of the bill have?

• The bill will increase state expenses

• The bill will result in prison overcrowding

• The bill will cause a rise in private prison numbers

• The bill will lead to a decrease in prison jobs