Lawmakers to Weigh Slimmed-Down $650M Prison Plan

South Dakota lawmakers will revisit a $650 million men’s prison proposal in Sioux Falls on September 23. The revised plan trims costs from an earlier $825 million version while still providing 1,188 cell beds, 300 dorm beds, and dayroom space above national standards.

By Christal Blue September 16, 2025 1:39 pm

South Dakota prison proposal $650 million prison plan Sioux Falls men’s prison South Dakota lawmakers September 23 special session Governor Larry Rhoden prison construction costs 1,188 cell beds 300 dorm beds prison dayroom space $825 million rejected plan prison funding debate South Dakota corrections system — Metro Services

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota lawmakers will meet again on September 23rd to consider a new $650 million men’s prison proposal in Sioux Falls. The plan trims about 160,000 square feet compared to the $825 million version legislators rejected earlier this year. It calls for 1,188 cell beds and 300 dorm beds, with reduced dayroom space that still exceeds national standards. Governor Larry Rhoden has released an online FAQ to answer questions ahead of the special session. For more Government stories from MitchellNow.com, Click Here.

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