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End For-Profit Prisons: Government Takes Over Correctional Facilities

This act aims to gradually eliminate private companies from managing federal prisons and community confinement facilities. This means that in the future, government employees will be responsible for the care of individuals in federal custody. The act also introduces new information requirements for released prisoners, helping them reintegrate into society.
Key points
Within 6 years, federal prisons and detention centers will be managed exclusively by government employees, with exceptions for some state or local facilities.
Within 8 years, private companies will no longer be able to manage federal community confinement facilities (halfway houses).
Released prisoners will receive information and support regarding, among other things, employment barrier removal, educational programs, social assistance, and voter registration.
Mandatory regular inspections of facilities used by the U.S. Marshals Service and research on programs reducing recidivism are introduced.
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Print number: 117_HR_1206
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Process start date: 2021-02-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

End For-Profit Prisons Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1206.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Within 6 years, federal prisons and detention centers will be managed exclusively by government employees, with exceptions for some state or local facilities.
  • Within 8 years, private companies will no longer be able to manage federal community confinement facilities (halfway houses).
  • Released prisoners will receive information and support regarding, among other things, employment barrier removal, educational programs, social assistance, and voter registration.
  • Mandatory regular inspections of facilities used by the U.S. Marshals Service and research on programs reducing recidivism are introduced.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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