Sponsored bills
Maddy summaryHB 161 requires Wyoming's governor to appoint a statewide 911 coordinator - a qualified Wyoming voter - who ensures the state complies with federal grant requirements for 911 system funding. The coordinator manages federal funding alignment and can be removed by the governor. The bill mandates this appointment within 30 days of the law's effective date. This change directly affects how Wyoming administers its 911 emergency service funding under federal programs.
Maddy summaryHB 235 strengthens Wyoming's animal cruelty laws by increasing penalties for severe offenses like animal fighting (for profit or entertainment) and unnecessary harm, with repeat violations now classified as felonies punishable by up to two years in prison. It updates veterinary medicine regulations to require certification for animal euthanasia technicians and sets professional conduct standards for the practice. The bill also allows courts to include pet custody in domestic abuse protection orders, granting sole possession of household pets to victims when safety concerns are present. These changes directly affect animal owners, veterinary professionals, and domestic violence survivors in Wyoming.
Maddy summarySF 99 (Wyoming) allows counties to count election ballots at a central location instead of individual polling places, and gives county clerks discretion to use alternative accessible voting methods beyond electronic machines. It requires the Secretary of State to create rules ensuring compliance with federal disability laws (ADA, Help America Vote Act) and specifies procedures for sealing ballots and records. The bill directly affects county election officials and voters, particularly those needing accessible voting options. It became effective July 1, 2019, with rulemaking required by that date.