Jail Fever
What to Know:Â Thousands of jail and prison inmates have been infected with the coronavirus.
The TPPF Take:Â As we confront COVID-19, state and local leaders must recognize the health of our fellow Texans behind bars, both those incarcerated and staff, is intertwined with the health of our communities.
âFortunately, there are solutions that can minimize the potential for loss of life inside our correctional institutions and help ensure they donât become an incubator for community spread,â says TPPFâs Marc Levin. âTexas leaders can be confident that taking data-driven steps to address COVID-19 behind bars can benefit both public health and safety.â