Rep. Franklin Responds to Governors’ Corrections Reform Plan

For Immediate Release                                                                                   February 16, 2025

Contact:  Representative Benjamin Franklin                                                    608-237-9188

         Representative Franklin Responds to Governors’ Corrections Reform Plan

MADISON – State Representative Benjamin Franklin (R-De Pere) released the following statement following the recent plan to close Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI):

“For nearly a decade, local and state officials have been advocating for prison updates and the closure of GBCI, I am glad to see Governor Evers acknowledge the need to get this done. I met with Governor Evers shortly after being sworn-in, and we both thoroughly agreed GBCI needs to be addressed, I look forward to reviewing the Governors’ plan on corrections reform. My number one priority is ensuring the safety and well-being of our correctional staff, those incarcerated and our community members. I look forward to working with local and state officials.”

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The 88^th Assembly District represents portions of Brown County including the communities of Allouez, Bellevue, De Pere, Green Bay, Rockland, and Ledgeview.