HB 1019 corrects a drafting error in Wyoming's 2021 gaming legislation that accidentally repealed the entire 2020 gaming commission law instead of just one section. It specifically amends the 2021 Act to clarify that only Section 1 of the 2020 Act is repealed, aligning with the legislature's original intent. The bill also retroactively ratifies retirement system participation for Wyoming Gaming Commission law enforcement officers from April 5, 2021, covering contributions made during that period. This directly affects Gaming Commission personnel by ensuring their retirement benefits are properly secured under state law.
HB 1012 requires pharmacists in Wyoming to fill any prescription for medication treating COVID-19 as defined by state law. It protects licensed healthcare providers from disciplinary action for prescribing such treatments and shields pharmacists from penalties for filling these prescriptions. The bill applies to all medications approved for treating COVID-19 (including variants), except for Schedule I or II controlled substances under federal or Wyoming law. This law takes effect immediately upon enactment.
SF 1017 prohibits Wyoming school districts, the state superintendent, and state education boards from implementing any requirements related to contagious disease prevention, such as movement restrictions, activity limitations, or personal protective equipment mandates. It repeals mandatory immunization requirements for children attending schools and child care facilities, shifting authority for such measures exclusively to state or local health officers under existing health laws. The bill directly affects school districts, education officials, and students by eliminating school-level disease prevention policies and replacing them with health officer oversight. It became effective July 1, 2022, and makes conforming amendments to related statutes.
Wyoming's SF 1003 prohibits discrimination based on COVID-19 vaccination status in health insurance and public services. It bans insurers from denying coverage, increasing premiums, or limiting benefits due to vaccination status (Section 26-20-901), and prohibits requiring vaccination for access to services, employment, education, or public accommodations (Section 35-4-140). The bill also forbids asking about vaccination status or using "immunity passports" as a condition for services. Violations carry misdemeanor penalties (up to 6 months jail or $750 fine) and allow civil lawsuits for affected individuals. This law directly affects health insurers, businesses, schools, and employers operating in Wyoming.
This bill (SF 1011) proposes expanding Wyoming's Medicaid program to cover individuals eligible under federal guidelines (specifically, those with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level). It requires state officials to negotiate federal approval for this expansion but includes two key conditions: Medicaid cannot be expanded if federal funding rates drop below 90% during expansion periods or below 55% for regular Medicaid. The bill would repeal an older 2013 law related to Medicaid and take effect immediately upon enactment. However, it failed to pass in the 2021 legislative session (8-21 vote), so it did not become law and does not currently affect any residents.
This bill requires Wyoming county and state health officers to grant waivers for school immunization requirements and mask mandates for K-12 students upon written request from parents, legal guardians, or authorized adults. Waivers must be approved within seven business days for religious objections or medical contraindications to vaccines, and for mask mandates. The bill does not eliminate immunization or mask requirements but creates a standardized process for requesting exemptions. It applies directly to students attending Wyoming public or private schools from kindergarten through 12th grade. The law takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
This bill (SF 1012) requires pharmacists in Wyoming to fill prescriptions for any medication prescribed to treat COVID-19 by a licensed prescriber. It protects both pharmacists who fill such prescriptions and prescribers who recommend medications they reasonably believe could treat COVID-19, from disciplinary action by licensing boards. The law specifically excludes Schedule I/II controlled substances (per federal or Wyoming law) from these protections. It applies to all licensed healthcare professionals in Wyoming prescribing or dispensing COVID-19 treatments as defined in state law. The bill was introduced in 2021 but failed committee consideration.
Wyoming's SF 1007 prohibits mandatory mRNA or COVID-19 vaccinations for individuals by contractors, government entities, employers, or public employees. It bans discrimination based on vaccination status in public services, employment, education, and healthcare, and requires acceptance of religious or medical exemptions. The bill mandates that exemptions must be provided upon written evidence of religious objection or medical contraindication (verified by a physician), without requiring disclosure of medical details. Violations could result in felony charges with fines up to $5,000 or five years in prison, plus civil lawsuits for affected individuals. The bill defines key terms like "mRNA vaccination" and "vaccination status" to clarify its scope.
Wyoming's SF 1020 would prohibit public officials and entities from enforcing or implementing federal requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations. It specifically bans public servants (including employees and elected officials) from enforcing federal vaccine mandates or policies requiring vaccinations for participation in public services, programs, or activities. Violations would result in criminal penalties (up to $10 million fines, one year in jail), termination from public employment, and loss of future retirement benefits. The bill, introduced in 2021 but failed to pass, targeted federal mandates rather than state-level requirements.
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