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VIEWPOINT | Need for a new men's prison in South Dakota urgent

Guest column by Casey Murschel, former legislator and Sioux Falls city councilor

Mar 08, 2025
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Casey Murschel

The future of the new men’s prison in South Dakota is in limbo as the House failed to pass a funding bill on Feb. 24, but this project is essential for our state's future, addressing key issues such as rehabilitation, public safety and fiscal responsibility.

A new prison will provide significantly better opportunities for rehabilitation and education. Currently, the men’s prison is operating at 182% of capacity, making it incredibly difficult to run effective education, rehabilitation and treatment programs. Overcrowding also poses significant safety risks for both staff and inmates.

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