Case 11-2 The State of Florida, Like Many Other States Is Facing

Multiple Choice

Case 11-2
The state of Florida, like many other states is facing extreme financial problems. The legislature was called into an emergency session to pass a budget. One of the major areas of discussion is the state prison system. After hours of debate and discussion, the lawmakers are not reaching a consensus on how to cut the corrections budget.
-One lawmaker believes that the best way to reduce correctional costs is to privatize the prison system. He makes several arguments as to how privatization of prisons will reduce the overall budget. Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons the lawmaker would give to prove his point?

A) competitive bidding
B) fewer programs to inmates
C) labor costs
D) less red tape