This bill (SF 33) requires Wyoming driver's licenses and identification cards issued to noncitizens with lawful status under federal law to clearly state "Not a United States citizen" on the documents. It directly affects noncitizens residing in Wyoming who hold lawful immigration status and apply for these licenses or ID cards. The bill amends existing statutes to add this requirement for both licenses (W.S. 31-7-115) and ID cards (W.S. 31-8-102), effective January 1, 2026. The Wyoming Department of Transportation must create necessary rules by January 1, 2026, to implement this change. The bill does not alter eligibility requirements but standardizes the disclosure on documents for noncitizens.
SF 121 creates special "Rodeo - The Official Sport of Wyoming" license plates for non-commercial vehicles. Owners can choose to donate $1 or more per plate, with funds distributed annually to support rodeo programs at the University of Wyoming and Wyoming community colleges. The plates require a $1+ fee beyond standard registration and will stop production if fewer than 500 are issued by December 2031. Production begins January 2026, with plates designed to include the official sport designation.
This Wyoming bill (SF 56) adds a new reason for the state to dissolve corporations, revoke business authority, or forfeit registration: providing false or fraudulent information to a registered agent. It directly affects corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) registered in Wyoming that submit inaccurate details to their designated agents. The key mechanism allows the Secretary of State to initiate action if a business gives false information to the registered agent - verified through record examinations or agent notifications - deeming it against the public interest. This creates a specific enforcement pathway to address misleading filings, rather than requiring proof of harm. The bill is currently in committee review with a "Do Pass" recommendation.
This bill extends the sunset date for allowing Wyoming school districts to hold operating balances and cash reserves up to 30% of their state funding base (instead of the previous 15%), effective through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2028. It requires districts to separately track reserves exceeding 15% and prohibits using these funds for new capital construction (though major building repairs are permitted). The bill directly affects all public school districts in Wyoming by modifying their reserve limits and reporting requirements under state school finance rules. The change aims to provide districts with more flexibility in managing financial reserves while maintaining accountability through specific reporting mechanisms.
This bill exempts natural hair braiding from Wyoming's cosmetology licensing requirements. It defines "practice of natural hair braiding" to include hand-twisting, weaving, and extending hair with tools or accessories (but excludes dyeing, chemical treatments, or altering hair structure). Salon owners may still require private certification for braiders working at their locations. The exemption takes effect July 1, 2025, and applies to braiders not otherwise regulated under cosmetology law.
SF 79 creates a new rule for civil cases filed in the wrong district court in Wyoming. It allows courts to transfer such cases to a proper venue, and treats the transferred case as if it were originally filed in that correct location. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025, and applies directly to parties involved in civil lawsuits filed in an incorrect court.
Wyoming's SF 179 modifies rules for compensatory mitigation related to greater sage-grouse habitat. It allows operators (like energy or development companies) to use their own mitigation measures on equivalent lands within Wyoming instead of purchasing credits, requiring them to maintain responsibility for these measures throughout the impact period. The bill prohibits using eminent domain for mitigation activities and mandates the Board of Land Commissioners to create implementing rules. This law, effective July 1, 2025, directly affects businesses with land impacts in sage-grouse habitat areas.
Wyoming's SF 138 requires the Wyoming Energy Authority to study the economic impact of the state's energy industry by October 1, 2025. The study must analyze energy production types, regional economic effects, annual tax contributions, employment data, payroll, and other economic benefits over five years. It also mandates the Energy Authority to seek assistance from state agencies and higher education institutions, then submit findings to specific legislative committees. This bill directly affects the Energy Authority and indirectly affects Wyoming's energy producers by requiring data collection on their economic contributions.
HB 242 requires motor vehicle dealers selling new trailers (excluding house trailers and semitrailers) to obtain a "sales authorization" document from the trailer manufacturer or distributor. This authorization confirms the dealer is permitted to sell specific trailer makes, replacing previous requirements for some dealers. The bill also exempts manufacturers and dealers of non-house-trailer, non-semitrailer new trailers from certain existing regulations (like W.S. 31-16-109 through 31-16-111). The changes apply to all new trailer dealers and manufacturers in Wyoming starting July 1, 2025.
Wyoming's SF 106 establishes rules for how new vehicle dealers can set rates for warranty repairs. It allows dealers to set hourly labor rates and parts markup rates based on their actual non-warranty service pricing, requiring mutual agreement with manufacturers or submission of specific repair order data. The bill specifies calculations (dividing total charges by hours for labor, or parts charges by cost for markup) and excludes routine maintenance, collision repairs, and other non-qualifying work from rate calculations. Manufacturers must pay approved warranty claims within 30 days and follow new procedures for audits. This directly affects dealers who perform warranty work and manufacturers who pay for those services.
This bill (SF 146) amends Wyoming's Consumer Rental-Purchase Agreement Act to modernize rules for agreements where consumers rent property (like furniture or electronics) with an option to purchase. It directly affects consumers entering these agreements and merchants offering them in Wyoming, including those using digital platforms. Key provisions require clear written disclosures about termination rights and mandatory liability damage waiver disclaimers (printed in bold 10-point type or equivalent digital format), allow agreements to be signed digitally with consumer consent, and define terms like "online presence" and "independent third-party retailer location." The bill also specifies how notices must be delivered (e.g., email with consent) and prohibits misleading terms in waiver contracts. It is currently proposed legislation (introduced January 2025), not yet enacted.
This bill (SF 119) creates faster licensing pathways for military service members and their spouses in Wyoming who want to work in licensed professions. It requires licensing boards to issue expedited licenses within 30 days for applicants with active out-of-state licenses and military IDs, and to provide fee-free temporary permits valid up to 3 years while they complete full licensure requirements. The bill also mandates that boards consider military training and experience when evaluating qualifications and ask applicants about military status on all license forms. It applies to all licensed professions and takes effect July 1, 2025.
