Colorado officials may force an ICE contractor to allow a tuberculosis investigation at the Aurora detention center
County health officials say a confirmed tuberculosis case at the GEO-run Aurora ICE detention center still cannot be fully investigated because the company has not provided needed access and records. (sources: www.cbsnews.com, coloradonewsline.com, adamscountyhealthdepartment.org, www.cpr.org)
Health officials confirmed a tuberculosis case at the Aurora ICE facility, while the Department of Homeland Security reported no active cases. The Colorado attorney general is receiving requests to take action to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Local health officials confirmed an active tuberculosis case at the Aurora ICE facility.
- The Department of Homeland Security stated there are no active cases at the facility.
- Immigration advocates have requested the Colorado attorney general to enforce a health investigation.
- The attorney general indicated that the contractor must comply with state health and safety laws.
Why it matters
The situation raises concerns about health safety protocols in detention facilities and the enforcement of state health laws.
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