Rep. Bill Fortner

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Wyoming state agencies to obtain both written governor approval and explicit legislative approval before accepting or spending federal funds that exceed amounts previously approved by the legislature. It mandates written notice to all legislators for any request involving over $1 million in such funds, with the legislature having 10 days to decide. The law applies to all federal funds accepted after its effective date and prevents state payments if approval isn't secured, ensuring no disbursement occurs without legislative consent. This directly affects state agencies managing federal grants and requires transparency in budget decisions involving federal revenue.

Maddy summarySF 1008 prohibits businesses and service providers from denying access or services based on an individual's vaccination status (e.g., refusing entry to unvaccinated people). It bans employers from requiring employee vaccinations and eliminates the requirement for students to receive COVID-19 vaccines to attend school. The bill amends laws to clarify religious exemptions for medical examinations and immunizations, and explicitly prohibits the state health department from mandating COVID-19 vaccines for school attendance. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryHB 1020 prohibits Wyoming public officials and entities from enforcing or implementing federal mandates requiring COVID-19 vaccinations or related preventative treatments (like nasal sprays or pills). It directly affects state/local government employees, elected officials, and public schools or services that might face federal vaccine requirements. Violations would result in misdemeanor charges (up to 1 year in jail, $10 million fine), termination from public employment, and loss of retirement benefits. The bill also allows individuals harmed by such enforcement to sue the public servant responsible.

Maddy summaryHB 1008 prohibits discrimination based on vaccination status in public access, services, and employment. It bans requiring proof of vaccination for entry to public spaces or services, prevents employers from mandating vaccinations, and repeals public health requirements for student COVID-19 vaccinations in public schools. The bill explicitly maintains existing school immunization requirements under W.S. 21-4-309 and child care requirements under W.S. 14-4-116 as exceptions. It takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

Maddy summaryWyoming's SF 1020 would prohibit public officials and entities from enforcing or implementing federal requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations. It specifically bans public servants (including employees and elected officials) from enforcing federal vaccine mandates or policies requiring vaccinations for participation in public services, programs, or activities. Violations would result in criminal penalties (up to $10 million fines, one year in jail), termination from public employment, and loss of future retirement benefits. The bill, introduced in 2021 but failed to pass, targeted federal mandates rather than state-level requirements.