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Rhoden signs prison project 'reset' executive order | Feb 28

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Gov. Larry Rhoden wants a ‘reset’ on the proposed men’s prison project. Rhoden signed an executive order to form a task force on Thursday morning. The group is comprised of lawmakers and stakeholders to find a path forward on a prison this year.

The Joint Committee on Appropriations advances a bill cutting state library funding. Though the proposed cuts have received backlash, committee members say this bill is a happy medium that “saves” the state’s library system.

A House Resolution passing committee would create a pathway for South Dakota to add Amtrak.

Governor Larry Rhoden signs HB1053 into law. The bill requires age verification by websites containing material that is harmful to minors.

The trial for a man charged in the death of a South Dakota deputy is delayed.

And more.

Patrick Williams is the local host of "All Things Considered"