The Progressive
Men still incarcerated at Stillwater now have the opportunity to reside in what the prison calls Earned Living Units, where they’re afforded more autonomy and independence than traditional cell units typically allow. Those who apply and are accepted into the program are not only able to set their own work and activity schedules, but also collectively influence how the unit operates. To qualify, the men need to have served at least one year in prison, have a release date after October 1, 2026, shown good past behavior, and progress toward their goals. As of 2025, Pioneer Press reported that 298 men incarcerated at Stillwater had won the right to live in Earned Living Units.