Idaho says it will take over private prison
BOISE, Idaho – Idaho will take over the operation of its largest prison from one of the nation’s biggest corrections contractors, abruptly ending an experiment with privatization at a facility that has been plagued by understaffing, multiple lawsuits and allegations of contract fraud.
The state is expected to begin running the 2,080-bed Idaho Correctional Center over the next several months. Its $29 million-a-year contract with the Corrections Corporation of America expires June 30.
Obama announces new gun-control rules
HONOLULU – The Obama administration on Friday announced a pair of executive actions aimed at strengthening federal background checks for gun purchasers, with a particular focus on limiting firearm access for those with mental-health issues.
One proposed rule change aims to clarify terminology used by federal law to prohibit people from purchasing a firearm for mental-health reasons.
A second proposed rule change would allow hospitals and other entities covered by patient privacy provisions to submit additional information to the background check system.
Associated Press
