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South Dakota House Bill HB1288

South Dakota 2022 Regular Session

South Dakota House Bill HB1288

Introduced
2/1/22  
Refer
2/2/22  

Caption

Make an appropriation for the planning, renovation, and equipping of the North East Regional Jail Facility in Brown County and to declare an emergency.

Impact

The impact of HB1288 is significant for the local governance of Brown County as it provides federal funding through the American Rescue Plan Act specifically targeted at public safety improvements. It establishes a framework for local authorities to manage this funding effectively, requiring a statement of need from the grantee — Brown County — alongside metrics demonstrating the requirement for the proposed upgrades. This stipulation aims to ensure fiscal responsibility and effective utilization of the allocated funds, enhancing accountability within the public safety sector.

Summary

House Bill 1288 focuses on the appropriation of funds amounting to $30 million for the planning, renovation, and equipping of the North East Regional Jail Facility in Brown County. The bill is a direct response to the need for improvements and enhancements to a critical piece of infrastructure that supports public safety in the region. It specifies specific renovations that will be made, including necessary updates to heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and other essential services required for the jail's operation. The inclusion of architectural and engineering services further emphasizes the bill's aim to provide a comprehensive upgrade to the facility.

Contention

Discussion surrounding HB1288 primarily revolved around the use of federal funds and the prioritization of public safety initiatives. Some legislators expressed concerns over the appropriateness of using federal funding for local jail renovations, arguing that it should be utilized for broader social programs or community safety initiatives instead. Critics of the bill also voiced concerns about ensuring that such funds are managed transparently and effectively to prevent misuse or underfunding of other vital community resources. Despite the controversy, the bill's proponents emphasized the necessity of maintaining secure and well-functioning correctional facilities to ensure community safety.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

SD HB1101

Make an appropriation for the construction of a new public safety regional jail near Deadwood and to declare an emergency.

SD SB48

Make an appropriation for the redesign and renovation of the Wagner Readiness Center and to declare an emergency.

SD SB84

Make an appropriation for the design, renovation, and construction of a multi-purpose facility at the Cottonwood Field Station 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 HB1238

Create a task force on jail planning, to make an appropriation of general contingency funds therefor, and to declare an emergency.

SD HB1132

Make an appropriation to provide a grant for the infrastructure and construction of a new justice center in Lincoln County and to declare an emergency.

SD SB58

Make an appropriation for the construction of a new state public health laboratory and the renovation of the existing laboratory and to declare an emergency.

SD SB109

Make an appropriation to pay increased costs incurred in the construction of an appropriate regional facility and to declare an emergency.

SD SB173

Make an appropriation for design costs related to the new Lincoln Hall at Northern State University, and to declare an emergency.

SD SB43

Authorize the Board of Regents to contract for the design, renovation, and construction of an addition for a health sciences center at Black Hills State University–Rapid City, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.