Rep. Liz Storer

Maddy summaryWyoming's SJ 9 is a joint resolution urging Congress to protect the state's access to federal public lands while ensuring local communities have a say in land management decisions. It opposes broad or indiscriminate sales of public lands and demands federal agencies respect Wyoming's existing land-use plans, county-level input, and multiple-use frameworks that support recreation, agriculture, hunting, fishing, and resource development. The resolution also calls for funding to streamline efficient land exchanges under current laws when they benefit local communities and public access, without advocating for specific policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 146, the "Affordable Electricity Act of 2026," exempts small residential solar devices (called "plug-in solar generation devices" or PIPVs) from most utility regulations. It directly affects homeowners who install compliant PIPVs - devices under 1,200 watts per meter, designed for standard 120V outlets, and meeting safety standards - to offset their personal electricity use. Key provisions include banning utility fees for these devices, eliminating requirements for interconnection agreements or net metering approvals, and mandating safety features to prevent backfeeding during outages. The bill also shields utilities from liability for customer-installed PIPVs, making it easier for residents to adopt small-scale solar without utility hurdles.

Maddy summaryHB 138, the "Reproductive Freedom Act," proposes to protect abortion access in Wyoming by prohibiting the state from interfering with a person's right to have an abortion before fetal viability (when the fetus can survive outside the womb) or to protect the person's life or health. It defines key terms like "abortion" and "viability," sets penalties for unauthorized abortions (misdemeanor with up to one year in jail or $5,000 fine), and ensures state regulations must be medically necessary and impose the least restrictions possible. The bill also allows healthcare providers and facilities to refuse participation in abortions without discrimination and prohibits state penalties for aiding abortion seekers. This proposed bill, introduced in February 2026 but not yet considered for debate, would replace current abortion laws if enacted.

Maddy summaryWyoming's HB 192 proposes changes to penalties for drivers who refuse chemical tests after a DUI arrest when a search warrant has been obtained. The bill increases penalties for refusal to include up to six months in jail, a $750 fine, and mandatory license suspension (30 days to one year) for all drivers, including those under 21 and commercial drivers. It also allows refusal to be used as evidence in court and requires offenders to complete substance use disorder assessments and treatment at their own expense. The bill would take effect on July 1, 2026, if passed.

Maddy summaryHB 100 allows members of Wyoming nonprofit corporations to attend and participate in membership meetings remotely using technology that enables real-time, simultaneous communication (like video conferencing). This directly affects all Wyoming nonprofits that hold member meetings, as it legally permits remote attendance without requiring physical presence. The bill amends existing law to specify that remote participation counts as being "present in person" during meetings, effective July 1, 2026. It also clarifies that remote meetings held before this date using similar methods are valid. The law does not change how nonprofits operate beyond meeting participation rules.

Maddy summaryHB 74 requires Wyoming public school districts to provide free feminine hygiene products (like tampons and pads) in restrooms designated exclusively for female students, starting with the 2026-2027 school year. It directly affects schools serving students in grades 6-12, mandating that districts ensure these products are available, accessible, and that students are informed of their location. The bill appropriates $487,500 to reimburse schools based on actual costs, with limits of $1,100 per 100 female students for 2026-2027 and $850 per 100 for 2027-2028. The bill is pending (failed introduction on Feb. 11, 2026) and would take effect July 1, 2026, if enacted.

Maddy summaryHB 331 restricts how people can hunt or kill wildlife on public lands in Wyoming. It prohibits using vehicles (like cars or snowmobiles) to hunt, shoot, or kill any wildlife except predatory animals (such as coyotes or wolves) on public lands. On private lands, the bill allows vehicle use to hunt predatory animals only. The law also bans harassing, injuring, or killing wildlife with vehicles on public lands and requires the Game and Fish Commission to create implementing rules. It does not affect government agency operations or handicapped hunters under specific exemptions.

Maddy summarySF 112 creates a licensing system for anesthesiologist assistants in Wyoming. It directly affects these professionals and the supervising anesthesiologists who must be physically present ("on-site") in medical facilities to oversee their work. The bill requires assistants to complete approved education programs, pass national certification exams, and work under a supervising anesthesiologist who co-signs patient notes within 24 hours. Key provisions define their scope of practice - including performing preoperative evaluations, airway management, general anesthesia, and administering medications - while specifying that supervision must occur in facilities like operating rooms or emergency departments. The law also establishes licensing fees, disciplinary procedures, and board oversight for the Wyoming Board of Medicine.

Maddy summaryHB 81 exempts individuals from Wyoming's mortgage loan originator licensing requirements if they provide financing for five or fewer residential mortgage loans per year without charging fees (though interest payments are permitted). This directly affects people who assist with a small number of home loans, such as friends, family, or community members helping neighbors, rather than professional lenders. The key provision limits the exemption to no more than five loans annually, excluding compensation for interest earned on those loans. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025, and modifies existing licensing law (W.S. 40-23-124(c)(vi)).

Maddy summaryHB 320 creates the Taxation and Revenue Task Force 2028 to study how local governments, school districts, and special districts in Wyoming fund essential services. The task force, composed of legislative members, county/city representatives, school district leaders, and revenue experts, must analyze current revenue sources to determine if they cover services and meet constitutional requirements for equal education funding. It will develop recommendations for sustainable revenue solutions through 2050, including potential legislation, and report findings to the governor and legislature by December 2026. This bill does not change tax laws but directs a study to address long-term revenue needs for local services and schools.