California Slaps 25% Tax on Private Detention Centers | Fresno News

California just slammed private detention centers with a 25% annual tax—aimed at funding immigration services and holding corporations accountable for profiting off human suffering. The bill, passed along party lines, targets civil detention facilities only, not criminal ones, and comes amid fresh reports of horrific conditions: scarce medical care, missing hygiene supplies, and questionable food. With two new mega-centers opening—and eight total now operating—the state’s move signals a bold push to rein in corporate detention practices. Governor Newsom’s desk is next, backed by over 100 immigrant rights groups demanding accountability. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c0f509a162a7b0bc