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House approves Salt Lake City site for new state prison after heated debate
Summary
The Utah House passed a second substitute to HCR 101 approving a Salt Lake City site (I‑80 & 7200 West) for a new state correctional facility, 62–12, after extended debate over costs, community impact, and alternatives including rebuilding at Draper.
The Utah House of Representatives on Aug. 19, 2015, adopted a second substitute to House Concurrent Resolution 101 approving a Salt Lake City site at Interstate 80 and 7200 West for a new state correctional facility.
Representative Wilson, the bill sponsor, told colleagues the chosen location offers “the greatest long-term value for the residents of the state of Utah and the taxpayers,” citing lower operating and transportation costs and proximity to medical facilities and vendors. He framed the move as the final step in the legislature’s justice‑reinvestment effort to improve rehabilitation outcomes.
Supporters said a new, modern facility would provide better medical and mental‑health treatment, video…
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