Budget & Taxes (State Budget)

signed · Wyoming · House Feb 27, 2026

SF 32: 911 funding.

Wyoming's SF 32 establishes a state-funded program to support 911 emergency services. It directs the Department of Transportation to conduct a study on transitioning to next-generation 911 systems by September 2027, and to provide grants covering funding shortfalls for local governments operating current 911 systems. The bill appropriates $3.75 million ($3 million for grants, $750,000 for the study) from the legislative stabilization reserve, with funds available for applications starting July 1, 2026, and expiring June 30, 2028. Local governments operating 911 systems may apply for grants to cover operational shortfalls, while the study will examine system governance, operations, and costs. The bill directly affects local emergency service providers and state budget allocations for public safety infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $3.75M from reserve to fund 911 services and study, directly supporting public safety budget allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Tags Public Safety

signed · Wyoming · House Feb 27, 2026

HB 35: Firefighters-paid leave and hazard pay.

HB 35 requires Wyoming state wildland firefighters employed by the Office of State Lands and Investments to receive hazard pay and paid time off based on federal standards. It directly affects correctional forestry crew supervisors, correctional crew supervisors, and other state-employed wildland firefighters. The bill appropriates $422,500 from the general fund (2026-2028) specifically for this hazard pay, with unspent funds reverting in 2028. Rules to implement the law will be created by the Department of Administration and Information and the Office of State Lands.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $422,500 from general fund for firefighter hazard pay, funding essential personnel compensation under fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates hazard pay and paid leave for firefighters, appropriating $422,500 to fund benefits, strengthening worker compensation protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Paid Leave

failed · Wyoming · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 63: Medicaid reimbursement-nursing homes.

HB 63 increases Medicaid reimbursement for skilled nursing homes in Wyoming by 5% for services provided between July 2026 and June 2028. This directly affects nursing homes participating in Wyoming’s Medicaid program, which will receive higher payments for care provided during this period. The bill allocates $4.7 million in state funds and $4.7 million in federal funds to cover the increased reimbursement, with unspent funds reverting to the general fund by June 2028. The Department of Health must report on costs and recommend future adjustments by October 2027, and will develop necessary implementing rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $4.7M state funds to increase Medicaid reimbursements for nursing homes, directly funding essential healthcare services through state budget appropriations.92% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases Medicaid reimbursement for nursing homes by 5%, directly funding healthcare services through higher provider payments under a public health program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Long-Term Care Medicaid

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signed · Wyoming · House Mar 8, 2026

HB 36: Forestry division wildland fire modules.

HB 36 creates a specialized wildland fire suppression module within Wyoming's State Forestry Division (part of the Office of State Lands and Investments). It authorizes 12 new positions - two full-time roles (regional fire manager and suppression module leader), plus temporary staff - and appropriates $2.572 million from the general fund specifically for this module. The funds cover hiring, training, equipment, and support for a dedicated wildfire response team focused on fire suppression and hazardous fuels reduction projects. The funding is restricted to these purposes through June 2028, with unspent funds reverting to the state on that date. This bill directly affects the State Forestry Division's operational capacity for wildfire management.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $2.572M from general fund for new wildfire response module, funding essential program per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds dedicated wildfire response team for forest conservation and fire suppression, directly protecting natural resources from wildfire damage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Forestry Natural Disasters

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 4, 2026

SF 12: Wyoming national guard reenlistment bonus program.

This bill creates a program offering Wyoming National Guard members up to $5,000 to encourage reenlistment or extension of service for at least three years. The Wyoming Military Department will administer the program, with annual reports required starting November 1, 2026, detailing participation, bonus amounts, and changes in Guard membership. It is funded by a $1 million state appropriation from the general fund, effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028, with unspent funds reverting at the end of that period. The program directly affects eligible Wyoming National Guard members who meet reenlistment criteria.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $1M state appropriation from general fund to fund National Guard reenlistment program, directly advancing budget allocation for state military program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

failed · Wyoming · House Feb 9, 2026

HB 21: Gaming proceeds-outdoor recreation.

HB 21 directs that 10% of monthly online sports wagering revenue be paid to the state commission. The first $300,000 of this revenue annually funds county health programs addressing gambling addiction, while half of the remaining funds go to Wyoming's outdoor recreation and tourism trust fund and the other half to the state general fund. The bill affects sports wagering operators (who pay the fee) and directly provides funding for public health services and outdoor recreation infrastructure. It takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates 10% of sports wagering revenue to fund gambling addiction health programs and outdoor recreation trust fund, directly increasing state budget allocations for public services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDirectly allocates $300k annually to county health programs addressing gambling addiction, funding public health initiatives per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Public Health Substance Abuse

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signed · Wyoming · House Mar 3, 2026

HJ 2: Federal mineral royalties-state share.

Wyoming's HJ 2 is a joint resolution requesting Congress to pass a law increasing the state's share of federal mineral royalties from 50% to 87.5%. This directly affects Wyoming's state budget, as current federal royalty payments fund critical services like roads, schools, and emergency responders. The resolution cites that recent federal rate cuts (e.g., reducing oil/gas royalties from 16.67% to 12.5%) will decrease Wyoming's annual share by up to $50 million for coal leasing by 2034. The bill seeks to offset these revenue losses by aligning Wyoming's share with Alaska's 90% rate. (Note: This is a procedural request to Congress, not a binding law.)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSeeks increased state share of federal mineral royalties to secure $50M+ annual funding for roads, schools, and emergency services, directly strengthening state budget stability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget