HB 112 terminates the Riverton State Office Task Force on April 1, 2026, and appropriates $50,000 from the general fund to cover legislative members' salaries, mileage, and per diem until that date. Any unspent funds must be deposited into the legislative stabilization reserve by June 30, 2026. This procedural bill directly affects the task force members and the legislative service office managing the funds, with no substantive policy changes beyond the timeline and funding specifics.
This bill authorizes two new full-time positions within Wyoming's state forestry division (one effective April 2026, one April 2027) to support the forestry conservation inmate crew program. It appropriates $499,709 from the general fund specifically for these positions, associated equipment/supplies, and program costs through June 2028. The funding is tied to coordination with the Department of Corrections and includes specific budgeting instructions for the state's next fiscal biennium. The bill directly affects the state forestry division, the inmate crew program, and the Department of Corrections.
HB 107 establishes a new formula for distributing 5.6% of Wyoming's state sales and use tax revenue annually to cities, towns, and counties. It allocates 89% of these funds to cities and towns (with 5% reserved for areas with lower tax revenue) and 11% to counties, using a detailed calculation based on population and per capita tax revenue data. The bill requires equal biannual payments (October 15 and March 15) and includes a supplemental formula that prioritizes smaller municipalities ($15,000 minimum for towns under 35 people, $35,000 for larger ones). This directly affects all Wyoming local governments by changing how they receive state tax distributions.
SF 88 prohibits registered sex offenders (18+ years old) from residing within 1,000 feet of child care facilities, measured from the exterior wall of their home to the facility's property line. The bill defines "child care facility" to include government-administered programs (excluding schools), licensed facilities caring for three or more unrelated children, and facilities under existing state definitions. It includes an exception for residences established before July 1, 2026, or before the facility opened, and takes effect on that date. This law directly affects registered sex offenders seeking housing near child care services, creating a new residency restriction under Wyoming law.
This bill amends Wyoming's state guard laws to remove the requirement that the National Guard must be activated into federal service before the state guard can be organized. It allows the governor to directly establish and maintain the Wyoming state guard without federal involvement, specifying that state funds - not federal - will cover personnel costs. Eligibility is updated to include Wyoming residents aged 17-65, and the bill appropriates $25,000 from the state general fund to establish the state guard and council of defense through June 2028. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.
Wyoming's HB 32 requires commercial motor vehicle drivers to demonstrate English language proficiency based on federal standards. It directly affects commercial drivers operating in Wyoming who cannot prove this skill, prohibiting them from driving until they meet the requirement. The bill imposes a $1,000 fine for first-time violations and additional penalties - including up to 90 days in jail - for repeated offenses while under the operating ban. Enforcement will be handled by highway patrol and local law enforcement officers. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.
This bill requires all Wyoming school districts to create and adopt written policies governing student use of cell phones and smart watches during school hours. It defines "smart watch" as a wearable device that functions like a phone (excluding basic timepieces or health trackers) and mandates that districts submit their policies to the state superintendent by July 1, 2026. The law applies directly to every public school district in Wyoming, setting a clear deadline for policy implementation. It does not specify exact restrictions but establishes a framework for districts to develop their own rules.
This bill restricts skill-based amusement games (like skill-focused video games) to locations licensed to sell alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption, such as bars or restaurants. It defines "establishment" to include only businesses operating under specific liquor licenses (e.g., those serving alcohol on-site), excluding non-liquor venues like standard smoke shops or truck stops. Operators with these games in non-qualifying locations as of April 1, 2023, can continue until April 1, 2026, and those operating as of April 1, 2026, may continue until their permits expire. After April 1, 2026, non-compliant locations cannot renew permits for these games.
SF 45 requires local governments (cities, towns, or counties) to approve simulcasting permits for pari-mutuel wagering on horse races before the state commission can issue them. This directly affects businesses operating simulcast wagering locations, including historic horse racing terminals, by mandating local review and approval processes. Key provisions include requiring written objections with specific justifications (e.g., land use or public safety impacts) within 30 days, a 30-day meeting timeline for local authorities to address concerns, and restrictions on operating hours aligned with alcohol sales rules. The bill aims to balance state-level wagering regulation with local community input on where these facilities can operate.
This bill amends Wyoming's gambling laws by adding a new definition for "bona fide social relationship" to clarify what qualifies as non-gambling social activity. It specifies that casual games among friends or family at private gatherings (e.g., home poker nights) are exempt from gambling laws only if the relationship is genuine, not created for gambling, and meets strict conditions like no advertising, no professional involvement, and no profit beyond direct winnings. The bill directly affects private social groups hosting informal games, ensuring they remain legally distinct from commercial gambling. It does not change existing exemptions for charitable raffles or professional sports betting. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.
Wyoming's SF 41 creates "portable benefit accounts" to help independent contractors access benefits like health insurance or retirement savings. The bill allows hiring parties (companies or individuals) or contractors themselves to voluntarily contribute funds to these accounts, with strict rules requiring written opt-in agreements and clear disclosure. It prohibits using these contributions to determine employment status and mandates that accounts be managed by approved financial institutions. The law requires the Department of Workforce Services to create implementing rules and takes effect July 1, 2026. This directly affects independent contractors who currently lack employer-provided benefits.
This bill regulates kratom products sold in Wyoming by banning certain types and requiring specific labeling. It prohibits selling kratom products containing more than 2% 7-hydroxymitragynine, designed to appeal to children (like candy-shaped products), or intended for vaporization. Retailers must label products with full ingredients, age restrictions (under 21), health warnings about potential addiction and medication interactions, and precise dosage information. Violations are misdemeanors punishable by up to one year in jail or a $1,000 fine, with repeat offenses risking business injunctions. The bill directly affects kratom retailers and consumers, particularly minors.
