HB 53 Wyoming House · 2026 Regular Session

Poll watchers-polling stations observation.

HB 53 clarifies and formalizes the role of poll watchers in Wyoming elections. The bill requires political parties with candidates on the ballot to certify poll watchers (who must be registered county voters) before each election, limiting them to one per polling place per party unless the chief judge allows more. Poll watchers may observe voter turnout, registration, and vote counting but cannot challenge voters, disrupt operations, or identify how individuals voted. They must wear ID badges and are permitted to observe polling place setup before and shutdown after elections, including during absentee voting periods. The law ensures poll watchers can observe all election processes without interference while maintaining election integrity.
Bill status failed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 9, 2026 Last action Feb 9, 2026
Floor votes · House Feb 9, 2026

How they voted

3424
Passed
Total votes 58
Feb 9, 2026
D Democratic6
6 Nay
100% Nay
R Republican52
34 Yea 18 Nay
65% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
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Feb 9, 2026
House · Passed
House Vote: pass (34-24)
house
Feb 9, 2026
Introduced
H Failed Introduction 36-26-0-0-0
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0 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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