Larry Rhoden

The bill approving the construction of a new South Dakota men’s penitentiary is now officially law.

Following South Dakota’s passage of a bill banning eminent domain use for carbon pipelines, many considered Summit Carbon Solution’s pipeline impossible in the state.As the project’s outlook continues to be unclear, North Dakota’s Attorney General said he’s looking at many options, including suing South Dakota.

While the governor's plan outlines $154 million in "savings" from the previous Lincoln County site, the state spent $20.8 million that can never be recovered.

Gov. Larry Rhoden has announced a task force dedicated to correctional rehabilitation efforts.

The South Dakota Arts Council and Gov. Larry Rhoden are opening the Governor’s Student Art Competition.

Gov. Larry Rhoden is appointing John Shubeck as a District 16 Representative in the state House of Representatives, filling the seat formerly held by Rep. Richard Vasgaard.

The governor's office has released the plan for a new men's prison in Sioux Falls as well as a comparison to a Nebraska prison proposal.

Gov. Larry Rhoden has released drafted legislation that could determine the fate of a new men’s prison in South Dakota.

Department of Corrections Secretary Kellie Wasko's resignation could give some lawmakers the confidence they need to approve a $650 million prison during a special session later this month.

Gov. Larry Rhoden recently established a new page on the official governor’s website dedicated to answering common questions about the plan.