UT HB0580

Department of Health and Human Services must adopt rules and conduct routine, unannounced inspections of private detention facilities operated under government contracts

Private detention facilities must provide detained individuals with safe and sanitary living conditions, at least three free meals daily with fresh fruits and vegetables, free personal hygiene items, and access to confidential telephone calls

Facilities must accommodate individuals with physical and mental disabilities, maintain infection control programs, and have written policies protecting against abuse and neglect

Department may impose civil fines of up to $10,000 per violation (maximum $1,000,000 total) for facilities with prior violations or failure to correct deficiencies

Applies specifically to civil immigration detention facilities operated by private entities; excludes prisons, jails, and facilities already licensed under other state provisions; effective May 6, 2026