South Dakota 2024 Regular Session

South Dakota Senate Bill SB50

Introduced
1/9/24  
Refer
1/9/24  
Report Pass
2/21/24  
Engrossed
2/22/24  
Enrolled
2/26/24  

Caption

Make an appropriation for the site preparation and construction of a prison facility for offenders committed to the Department of Corrections in Rapid City, to transfer moneys to the incarceration construction fund, and to declare an emergency.

Impact

The enactment of SB50 will have a significant impact on state laws regarding corrections and infrastructure funding. By designating specific appropriations for prison construction, it aligns with the ongoing efforts to manage the state’s incarceration system effectively. Furthermore, it utilizes state funds authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act, reinforcing the financial mechanisms available to bolster correctional facilities during times of increased demand due to changing societal patterns.

Summary

Senate Bill 50 aims to appropriate funds for the site preparation and construction of a new prison facility in Rapid City, South Dakota, for offenders committed to the Department of Corrections. The bill allocates a total of $23,312,333, which includes $2,420,154 from federal funds and $20,892,179 from the incarceration construction fund. This investment indicates a state-level commitment to enhancing correctional infrastructure in response to the growing needs of the penal system.

Sentiment

General sentiment surrounding the bill appears supportive, as indicated by the voting results where 62 members voted in favor compared to only 7 opposing. This strong majority suggests a consensus among legislators on the need for improved correctional facilities and the commitment to public safety and infrastructure development. However, some dissenting voices may concern resource allocation and priorities within the state budget, leading to discussions about alternative ways to address issues within the correctional system.

Contention

While there is considerable support for SB50, tensions exist regarding the use of substantial state funds for prison construction amidst other pressing social needs. Critics may argue that resources could be better allocated to rehabilitation programs or preventative measures to reduce the prison population rather than expanding facilities. This juxtaposition reflects a broader debate within the legislature about the future direction of the state’s criminal justice system and its approach to public safety and rehabilitation.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

SD HB1017

Authorize the Department of Corrections to purchase certain real property, to contract for the design of a prison facility for offenders committed to the Department of Corrections, to make an appropriation therefor, to transfer funds to the incarceration construction fund, and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1016

Authorize the South Dakota Department of Corrections to construct a prison facility for offenders committed to the Department of Corrections in Rapid City, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1023

Make an appropriation for the construction of a maintenance shop for the Wildland Fire Suppression Division in Rapid City and to declare an emergency.

SD SB155

Create the jail improvement and construction fund for the improvement and construction of jails, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1006

Increase the funding for construction of an addition to the Kinsman Building in Pierre, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1030

Make an appropriation for the revised construction costs of the bioproducts facility in Brookings, and to declare an emergency.

SD SB13

Authorize the construction of an addition to the BG Dean Mann Readiness Center in Sioux Falls, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1022

Make an appropriation for increased costs related to the construction of the new state public health laboratory, and to declare an emergency.

SD SB12

Authorize the construction of a National Guard vehicle maintenance shop in Watertown, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1024

Make an appropriation for the construction of a maintenance shop for the Wildland Fire Suppression Division in Hot Springs and to declare an emergency.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.