Rep. Mike Yin

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Wyoming's licensing rules for architects and landscape architects. It removes the requirement for the licensing board to automatically notify licensees about upcoming renewal dates, meaning professionals must proactively track expiration. The bill also allows the board to use annual renewal fees to fund continuing education programs that meet state standards. These changes affect licensed architects and landscape architects seeking to maintain their credentials in Wyoming, effective July 1, 2023.

Maddy summaryHB 239 repeals Wyoming's requirement that drivers stop a vehicle's engine, lock the ignition, remove the key, and set the brake before leaving a vehicle unattended. This change directly affects drivers in Wyoming who previously could have faced penalties for not following these specific parking procedures. The bill removes these legal requirements, meaning drivers are no longer prohibited from leaving a vehicle running unattended under this statute. The law takes effect immediately upon becoming law, as specified in Section 2.

Maddy summaryWyoming's Senate Joint Resolution 7 (SJ 7) is a symbolic resolution expressing legislative support for the relationship between Wyoming and Taiwan. It reaffirms Wyoming's commitment to strengthening economic ties, educational cooperation, and Taiwan's participation in international organizations like the WHO. The resolution directs Wyoming's Secretary of State to send copies to U.S. officials, Wyoming's congressional delegation, Taiwan's leadership, and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or alter policy but formally states Wyoming's position.

Maddy summaryWyoming's HB 252 allows propane dealers to fill or refill propane containers during emergencies declared by the governor, overriding other laws to comply with federal relief from transportation regulations. It directly affects propane dealers, container owners, and users during declared emergencies, such as severe weather or supply disruptions. Key provisions include shielding both container owners (if they authorize filling) and fillers from liability for injuries caused by the filling action itself. The bill does not require dealers or owners to fill containers but provides legal protection when they do during emergencies. It takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

Maddy summaryThis proposed constitutional amendment (SJ 10) seeks to remove the Wyoming Legislature's authority to set "reasonable and necessary restrictions" on individuals' rights to make healthcare decisions and direct payment for care. It would repeal Article 1, Section 38(c) of the Wyoming Constitution, which currently allows the legislature to define such restrictions. The amendment would directly affect all Wyoming residents by eliminating legislative power to limit personal healthcare choices and payment decisions. If approved, it would change the constitutional framework governing healthcare autonomy, though it does not create new rights - it removes existing legislative authority to impose restrictions.

Maddy summaryHB 241 prohibits peace officers (police) from having sexual contact with individuals they are arresting, detaining, or maintaining in custody. It amends Wyoming law to create a specific criminal offense for such conduct under sexual assault in the second degree (W.S. 6-2-303(a)(x)). The bill explicitly states that marriage or consent cannot be used as a defense in these cases. This law applies directly to law enforcement officers and people in their custody, effective July 1, 2023.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits abortions after fetal viability (when a fetus can survive outside the womb) except to preserve a woman’s life or health, or in cases of incest or sexual assault (with assault reports required within 5 days of the incident or victim’s capacity to report). It also bans state funds from covering abortions except in those specific exceptions. The bill repeals prior conflicting provisions in Wyoming law regarding abortion restrictions and funding. These changes apply immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 287 creates designated "gaming districts" in Wyoming where casino-style gambling may occur, directly affecting gaming operators and counties meeting population requirements. The bill requires operators to have operated two or more gaming facilities in Wyoming for at least 10 years, limits districts to counties with a metropolitan area of 250,000+ people within 100 miles, and caps total districts at two statewide (one per county). It mandates that gaming revenue be remitted to the state, with specific rules for how funds are distributed, while prohibiting online wagering except for regulated sports betting. The law also defines key terms like "gaming activities" (excluding skill-based games and pari-mutuel events) and establishes licensing requirements for operators.

Maddy summaryHB 211 limits who can return absentee ballots for others in Wyoming elections. It restricts designated returners to handling no more than two ballots per election, unless the ballots belong to immediate family members (defined as spouses, parents, siblings, children, or blood relatives living in the same household). The bill requires designated returners to notify the county clerk using a state-prescribed form. This directly affects voters who ask others to submit their absentee ballots, particularly those who might have used ballot harvesting services. The law takes effect July 1, 2023.