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Indiana Prison Begins ICE Detention Operations With First 15 Detainees

The state will be reimbursed for $15.8 million in upgrades under a federal contract that pays per occupied bed.

Overview

  • The Miami Correctional Facility is operating under a federal agreement that took effect on September 30.
  • ICE plans to house up to about 100 people at the site by the end of the week.
  • The deal provides 1,000 beds and pays Indiana $291 per detainee per day.
  • The Governor’s office says the agreement guarantees $79 million over two years at minimum occupancy, with revenue rising to $213 million at full capacity.
  • Local faith leaders held a prayer vigil outside the facility, and IndyCar requested an end to unauthorized use of its branding.