Budget & Taxes

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

HB 107: Local government distributions.

HB 107 establishes a new formula for distributing 5.6% of Wyoming's state sales and use tax revenue annually to cities, towns, and counties. It allocates 89% of these funds to cities and towns (with 5% reserved for areas with lower tax revenue) and 11% to counties, using a detailed calculation based on population and per capita tax revenue data. The bill requires equal biannual payments (October 15 and March 15) and includes a supplemental formula that prioritizes smaller municipalities ($15,000 minimum for towns under 35 people, $35,000 for larger ones). This directly affects all Wyoming local governments by changing how they receive state tax distributions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates 5.6% of state sales tax revenue to local governments via formula, funding municipal/county budgets without tax changes or defunding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

SF 67: Wyoming state guard-amendments.

This bill amends Wyoming's state guard laws to remove the requirement that the National Guard must be activated into federal service before the state guard can be organized. It allows the governor to directly establish and maintain the Wyoming state guard without federal involvement, specifying that state funds - not federal - will cover personnel costs. Eligibility is updated to include Wyoming residents aged 17-65, and the bill appropriates $25,000 from the state general fund to establish the state guard and council of defense through June 2028. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $25,000 from state general fund to establish Wyoming state guard, directly funding a program through state budget allocation.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

SF 14: Literacy position for K-3 reading program.

This bill creates a full-time literacy position at Wyoming's Department of Education to help K-3 schools implement state reading standards (W.S. 21-3-401). It appropriates $240,000 for the position and $300,000 for supporting contractual services, both for the period July 2026-June 2028. School districts directly affected will receive assistance through this new role and related support services. The bill requires annual reports to the education committee and specifies that unspent funds will revert on June 30, 2028.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $540,000 (240k + 300k) for K-3 literacy program, directly increasing state budget allocation for education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $540,000 for K-3 literacy position and support services to implement reading standards, strengthening educational program delivery and school assistance.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

SF 21: Wyoming stable token-amendments.

This bill creates two key accounts to manage Wyoming's stable token program. The "Wyoming Stable Token Trust Account" holds all funds from token sales to back redemptions (ensuring each token can be exchanged for its value), with strict rules limiting investments to cash or short-term U.S. treasury securities. Any earnings exceeding 102% of the tokens' total value are moved to the "Wyoming Stable Token Administration Account," which distributes excess funds quarterly to the public school foundation program. The bill directly affects token holders and the state's financial management of stable tokens, with provisions taking effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs excess token program earnings to public schools, funding essential education services per its administration account mechanism.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill directs excess token program earnings to public school foundation, increasing education funding per summary.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates regulatory framework for stable token program with consumer protections (backing, safe investments), enabling a digital asset technology while ensuring financial safeguards.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

failed · Wyoming · House Mar 5, 2026

SF 110: Residential property tax revisions.

Wyoming's SF 110 establishes a lower property tax assessment rate for primary residences owned by residents who live there year-round. It sets an 8.3% assessment rate for owner-occupied primary homes (down from 9.5%) while maintaining a 9.5% rate for other residential properties. To qualify for the lower rate, homeowners must submit an annual claim to their county assessor by May 4th, demonstrating they occupy the property as their primary residence for at least six months. The bill repeals an existing exemption for primary residences and takes effect for the 2027 tax year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesLowers property tax rate for primary residences (8.3% vs 9.5%), providing direct tax relief to homeowners, aligning with support indicators for middle-income tax relief.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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died · Wyoming · House Mar 4, 2026

SF 98: Eligibility for veteran property tax exemption-amendments-2.

SF 98 creates a property tax exemption for qualifying Wyoming veterans and military members. It covers honorably discharged veterans who served 18+ consecutive months (active duty or Wyoming National Guard), current active/reserve members of the Wyoming National Guard or U.S. armed forces, and surviving spouses/parents of qualifying veterans. To qualify, applicants must be bona fide Wyoming residents for at least three years. The exemption applies starting January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates property tax exemption for veterans, reducing tax burden for qualifying residents and aligning with tax relief indicators for targeted groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates property tax exemption for qualifying veterans, expanding benefits and recognizing service through financial relief for eligible groups.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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died · Wyoming · House Mar 4, 2026

SF 120: K-12 school facilities major maintenance.

This bill appropriates $237,865,123 from Wyoming's public school foundation program to fund major maintenance for K-12 school facilities. The funds are allocated for two periods: $1.12 million for immediate use through June 2028, and $236.74 million for the 2026-2028 fiscal biennium. School districts receive these funds for facility repairs under state law, with unused funds reverting to the foundation account by June 30, 2028. The bill directly affects all Wyoming public school districts eligible for state maintenance funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $237M from existing school foundation funds for essential facility maintenance, directly funding public infrastructure without tax changes.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $237.86M for K-12 facility maintenance, directly funding school infrastructure improvements under education policy.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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died · Wyoming · House Mar 4, 2026

SF 104: Higher education-research funding.

Wyoming's SF 104 creates a dedicated $51.2 million university faculty research project account at the University of Wyoming to fund faculty research. The bill requires universities to secure at least 1:1 nonstate matching funds for most projects (except graduate student stipends), which can cover equipment, donor-aligned research, or business-requested projects matching the university's strengths. Profits from funded research must be split equally between the university and faculty researchers, with annual reports required to state committees on project details and spending. This directly affects University of Wyoming faculty, graduate students receiving stipends (up to $1,500/month), and external donors or businesses partnering on research.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $51.2M state funds to university research via dedicated account, increasing state budget allocation for higher education research programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $51.2M for university faculty research funding, directly advancing higher education research initiatives through dedicated funding and profit-sharing.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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died · Wyoming · House Mar 4, 2026

SF 124: Economic development-rodeo museum.

This bill appropriates $15 million from Wyoming's tourism reserve fund to support the development of a rodeo and cowboy museum and hall of fame in Wyoming. The funds will be distributed in three installments of $5 million each on July 1, 2026, 2027, and 2028, contingent on the Wyoming Tourism Board certifying that relocation efforts will boost tourism, jobs, and state revenue. Applicants must provide matching funds (at least $1 for every $1 granted) and relocate to Wyoming by June 30, 2028, or repay the grant. The Wyoming Office of Tourism must report annually on fund usage until 2036.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $15M from tourism reserve fund for museum development, contingent on tourism revenue growth, aligning with fiscal responsibility and economic development goals.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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died · Wyoming · House Mar 4, 2026

SF 109: Cowboy state agricultural trust fund.

SF 109 creates a permanent "Cowboy State Agricultural Trust Fund" in Wyoming, funded through state investments and eligible contributions. The fund's earnings will provide grants to support agricultural programs, including University of Wyoming research, workforce development at community colleges, K-12 agricultural education, value-added projects, and technology adoption in farming. Recipients must match each dollar from the fund with at least one dollar in non-state funds and report on grant usage annually. The bill establishes a committee to manage grant applications, oversight, and reporting requirements. This legislation directly affects Wyoming agricultural educators, students, producers, and institutions through new funding mechanisms.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates permanent trust fund to allocate earnings for agricultural programs, advancing state funding for essential initiatives like research and workforce development.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds K-12 agricultural education programs via grants requiring matching funds, directly supporting educational access and program expansion within the specified topic.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly funds workforce development at community colleges, a direct labor/employment support activity for skills training and job readiness in agricultural sector.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds technology adoption in farming through agricultural grants, aligning with 'funds' indicator for technology support.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Budget & Taxes

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