Temporary delegation of parental authority.

This Wyoming bill (SF 13) allows parents or guardians to temporarily delegate childcare responsibilities to another person via a written power of attorney. It permits up to six months of delegation (two years for military parents), covering day-to-day care but excluding decisions about marriage, adoption, school changes, or major medical care. The delegation does not affect a non-delegating parent’s rights, court orders, or legal custody, and cannot be used as evidence of child neglect. It becomes effective July 1, 2022, and parents may revoke the delegation anytime with written notice. The law directly affects parents/guardians needing temporary childcare support for minors or incapacitated persons.