El Paso Jail Inmates Paid $2 Per Hour To Assist With COVID

What is the hourly wage paid to inmates assisting with the coronavirus crisis in El Paso County?

• $12.00

• $2.00

• $1.41

• $0.14

What is one of the main ethical concerns raised by advocacy groups regarding the use of inmate labor during the pandemic?

• Inmates are not given enough work

• Inmates are paid too much

• Inmates lack access to testing and medical care

• Inmates are given too many privileges

Which state used prison labor to produce hand sanitizer during the pandemic?

• New York

• California

• Florida

• Texas

What was the outcome of the motion to increase the wages of inmate workers in El Paso County?

• It was postponed

• It was approved

• It was rejected

• It gained traction

What is a key question raised about the treatment of inmates doing essential work during the pandemic?

• Will they receive bonuses?

• Will they receive free meals?

• Will they be released early?

• Will they have access to vaccines?