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Wisconsin Prisons Face Major Overhaul | Green Bay News
Wisconsin’s prison system is set for a massive overhaul with a $629 million plan to rebuild, renovate, and expand facilities—starting with the closure of aging Green Bay Correctional Institution by 2031. The Waupun facility will see a $258 million rebuild to fix longstanding safety and medical issues, while Lincoln Hills will be converted into a 500-bed adult prison. The state aims to add over 500 beds overall, including dedicated spaces for mental health and mothers with infants, as it tackles staffing shortages, inmate safety, and officer assaults. With negotiations underway between the…
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