Maddy summaryWyoming's HB 64 clarifies that dealers' theft protection programs (like those covering stolen vehicles) are **not** considered insurance or service contracts under state law. The bill specifically excludes these programs from insurance regulations and defines "service contracts" to include only repair/maintenance agreements for vehicle issues (e.g., tire damage from potholes or windshield chips), not theft-related coverage. It directly affects vehicle owners who purchase such theft protection add-ons, ensuring they aren’t subject to insurance licensing rules. Key mechanisms include new definitions for terms like "incidental theft protection program payment" and explicit exemptions for tire/lease-related service contracts. The law took effect July 1, 2022.
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Maddy summarySF 114, the "Employer Vaccination Mandate Law," prohibits Wyoming employers with two or more employees from requiring COVID-19 vaccines without offering specific exemptions. Employers must grant exemptions for medical reasons (with a healthcare provider's statement), religious beliefs (with a signed statement), documented immunity (via lab tests), regular testing (using FDA-approved tests), or use of employer-provided personal protective equipment. Employees who falsely claim an exemption face misdemeanor penalties, and employers cannot ban employees from receiving vaccines. The law excludes religious organizations and entities covered by federal rules, and requires employers to allow vaccine receipt without penalty.
Maddy summaryHB 54 authorizes Wyoming's Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources to lease state lands for recreational use and sell permits allowing public access to these areas. The bill establishes a system where funds from permit sales must be used for operations and maintenance of leased recreational sites, and permits may include restrictions like per-person or vehicle limits. It also allows the department to lease concessions (such as boat rentals or cabins) on leased lands under specific terms. The bill directly affects state parks management and recreational users who purchase permits or use concession services on state lands. This legislation modifies existing statutes (W.S. 36-4-103, 36-4-104, etc.) to clarify and expand the department's authority for managing recreational lands.
Maddy summaryThis bill (SF 113) extends a property tax exemption to private, nonprofit community housing development organizations that receive funding from Wyoming's Community Development Authority (WCDA). It directly affects these affordable housing providers by exempting their owned property from local property taxes. The key provision adds a new exemption under Wyoming law (W.S. 39-11-105(a)(xviii)(B)), which terminates if the organization sells or leases the property. The exemption became effective July 1, 2022.
Maddy summaryHB 126 creates a new "conditional operating permit" for sports wagering companies in Wyoming that don't yet meet full regulatory requirements. To obtain this permit, entities must pay fees, submit financial details (including cash reserves and betting volume), pass background checks, and avoid endangering patrons or the industry. During the two-year permit period, companies must submit bi-weekly risk reports and quarterly financial updates to the Gaming Commission. After meeting requirements, they can apply for a full "sports wagering operator permit" (requiring a $60,000 fee) without needing to operate in three or more states, unlike standard qualified gaming entities. This bill directly affects sports betting companies seeking to operate in Wyoming under a phased regulatory path.
Maddy summaryHB 122 changes how Wyoming fills vacancies in certain elected offices by requiring proportional voting in nomination processes. It mandates that state central committee members' votes for vacancies in U.S. House seats, other state offices (excluding governor, legislature, and judges), and multi-county legislative districts must be weighted by each county's population relative to the state total, using the most recent federal census data. For multi-county legislative vacancies, county commissioners' votes must instead reflect the population of the legislative district within each county. The bill, effective July 1, 2022, applies only to nominations for remaining terms and does not alter the appointment process for vacancies.
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