Budget & Taxes

died · Wyoming · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 127: Voter approval for recreation mill levy.

HB 127 requires voter approval before school districts or county commissioners in Wyoming can impose new mill levies for recreational facilities and public recreation systems. It limits new levies to one mill (one dollar per $1,000 of assessed property value) and mandates that any new levy must be approved by a majority vote at the same election as the general election. The levy would expire after four years unless reapproved by voters at subsequent general elections held every four years. Existing levies not approved by voters before December 31, 2028, would also expire. This directly affects local governments seeking to fund recreation programs through property taxes.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts new local tax levies requiring voter approval, limiting government spending authority on recreation taxes without explicit state budget connection.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tags Local Government

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failed · Wyoming · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 124: Property tax exemption reduction.

HB 124 would have reduced property tax exemptions for single-family homeowners in Wyoming by lowering the percentage used to calculate the exemption from 4% to 2% of the prior year's assessed value. This change would apply to both the home structure and associated land, resulting in a smaller tax break for qualifying homeowners as their exemption amount would decrease. The bill, which failed to pass in the Wyoming House of Representatives on February 10, 2026, was scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026. It directly affects residential property owners who currently qualify for this exemption under Wyoming law.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesReduces property tax exemptions from 4% to 2%, increasing tax burden on homeowners rather than providing relief.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingReduces property tax exemptions for single-family homeowners, increasing their tax burden and decreasing housing affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Taxes

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failed · Wyoming · House Feb 9, 2026

SJ 3: Residential property tax-constitutional amendment.

This bill proposes amending Wyoming's constitution to eliminate property taxes on residential homes. It would change Article 15, Section 11(b) to set the tax rate for residential property at 0%, meaning no property tax would be assessed on residential real estate. The amendment requires voter approval at the next general election to take effect. It directly affects all Wyoming homeowners who currently pay property tax on their primary residences.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesEliminates residential property tax, reducing state revenue from this source, directly opposing current tax structure.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill eliminates property tax on residential homes, directly strengthening property rights for homeowners within housing topic's scope.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes

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failed · Wyoming · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 88: Public funds lobbying.

Wyoming's HB 88 prohibits state and local government entities from using public funds to lobby lawmakers or support lobbying activities. The bill directly affects all state agencies, counties, cities, school districts, and special districts (but excludes for-profit contractors). Key provisions require annual certifications of compliance with the ban, forbid paying dues to groups that lobby, and allow taxpayers to sue to stop violations. Enforcement includes potential court actions by the Attorney General or affected residents, with penalties for noncompliance. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProhibits public funds from being used for lobbying, restricting government spending on lobbying activities.90% confidence

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died · Wyoming · House Feb 23, 2026

HB 109: Property tax exemptions-application date.

Wyoming's HB 109 changes the rules for claiming the homeowner property tax exemption. Starting in 2026, homeowners must actually live in their primary residence for at least eight months each year to qualify, unless they or an immediate family member are active-duty military personnel whose service prevents meeting this requirement (in which case the property must be their legal home address). Homeowners must submit exemption claims to their county assessor by May 2 each year. The bill applies to tax years beginning January 1, 2026, and modifies existing law (W.S. 39-11-105(a)(xlvi)).

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts property tax exemption eligibility, reducing tax relief for homeowners and increasing state tax revenue by requiring 8-month residency.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

HB 128: Enhanced oil recovery-severance tax exemption.

Wyoming's HB 128 provides a 5-year severance tax exemption for oil and gas operators using certified advanced extraction methods (tertiary production) between July 2026 and July 2031. It directly affects oil and gas producers who implement qualifying projects approved by the Wyoming Oil and Gas Conservation Commission after July 1, 2026. The bill requires annual reports by the Commission and Department detailing production volumes, qualifying operators, wells, and the tax savings from the exemption. This exemption applies specifically to severance taxes under Wyoming law, with reports due each November 1 from 2026 through 2036.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProvides severance tax exemption for oil/gas operators, reducing state tax revenue and weakening the tax base per bill's exemption structure.92% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProvides 5-year severance tax exemption for oil/gas producers using enhanced recovery, directly favoring fossil fuels over renewable energy development.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill provides tax exemption for oil and gas extraction, prioritizing industry growth over environmental protection by reducing financial barriers to fossil fuel production without environmental safeguards.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Oil & Gas Conservation

introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 169: Prohibiting use of public funds for organization membership.

HB 169 bars Wyoming state agencies and political subdivisions from using public funds to pay membership fees, dues, or related expenses for four specific organizations: the Environmental Council of the States, Council of Chief State School Officers, National Association of Medicaid Directors, and Association of State and Territorial Health Officials. The law prohibits payments for membership benefits (excluding goods/services), travel, conference fees, or event costs tied to these groups. It applies to all state funds appropriated by the legislature or received by agencies, effective July 1, 2026. This policy change directly affects state agency budgets and spending decisions related to these designated organizations.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly restricts public funds for membership fees, limiting government spending on specific organizations, directly restricting fiscal management per topic description.92% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareDefunds membership in ASTHO (state health officials' association), directly restricting public health coordination and funding for health-related organization participation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

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introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 58: Voter approval for mill levy imposition.

HB 58 requires voter approval for new mill levies imposed by school districts and educational boards for recreational facilities, cooperative education services, and special school taxes. Before any new levy can be implemented, a proposition must be submitted to voters at the general election, requiring majority approval. Approved levies would last four years and require renewal votes at the second general election every four years. This bill applies only to new levies; existing levies are unaffected by this requirement.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRequires voter approval for new school district tax levies, restricting new tax imposition without public consent, directly limiting local tax authority.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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