Young entrepreneurs-limiting license requirements.
HB 9 prohibits counties, cities, and towns in Wyoming from requiring licenses, permits, or other authorizations for businesses operated by minors under 18 years old. It also exempts "occasional" businesses (defined as not habitual or regular activities) from local licensing requirements. The law amends existing statutes to clarify that local governments cannot impose such fees or restrictions on minor-operated businesses or infrequent commercial activities. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025.
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introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2024
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Governor
Introduced Dec 5, 2024
Last action Feb 3, 2025
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1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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P
Steve Harshman
RRepublican
Co
Art Washut
RRepublican
Co
Chris Rothfuss
DDemocratic
Co
Dalton Banks
RRepublican
Co
Eric Barlow
RRepublican
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