Budget & Taxes

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

Sub-Topics Revenue

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signed · Wyoming · House Mar 9, 2026

SF 81: K-12 public school finance-2.

Wyoming's SF 81 revises how state funds support K-12 public schools by implementing updated funding formulas based on the 2025 cost of education study. The bill establishes specific teacher staffing requirements: core teachers (1 FTE per 16-25 students depending on grade level), minimum teacher thresholds for smaller schools, and additional staff for English learners (1 FTE per 100 students), at-risk students (for summer/extended day programs), and career education. It directly affects all Wyoming public school districts by changing how state education funds are distributed based on student needs and school size, rather than solely on enrollment. The bill also restricts how schools can spend funds from the school foundation program and requires districts to join the state employees' health insurance program.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill revises state funding formulas for K-12 schools, mandates specific teacher staffing requirements, and allocates state funds based on updated education cost study, directly increasing public education funding.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill revises K-12 funding formulas, mandates teacher/staff ratios, and allocates resources for English learners and at-risk students, directly strengthening school funding and staffing requirements.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates specific teacher staffing ratios and additional support staff, directly strengthening employment standards and protecting workers' rights in the education sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Funding Student Health Teachers

introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 183: Renters' property tax relief.

HB 183 (Renters' Property Tax Relief) expands eligibility for Wyoming's property tax refund program to include renters of their principal residence, not just homeowners. To qualify, renters must meet income limits (not exceeding 145% of their county’s median household income), have total household assets under $150,000 (adjusted annually), and provide proof they are not behind on rent. The bill caps refunds at 75% of the prior year’s property tax paid or half the county’s median residential tax liability, whichever is lower. It becomes effective January 1, 2027, and requires the Department of Revenue to establish rules for implementation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax refund eligibility to renters meeting income/asset limits, providing direct tax relief to lower/middle income residents.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands tax refund eligibility to renters meeting income/assets criteria, reducing housing costs and increasing affordability for tenants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes Renters Tenant Rights

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signed · Wyoming · House Mar 8, 2026

HB 145: Removing triple taxation for resident EV drivers.

HB 145 replaces multiple existing fees for electric vehicles with a single per-kilowatt-hour tax on electricity used to power them. It reduces the annual decal fee for plug-in hybrid vehicles from $200 to $100 and sets a $200 annual fee for all-electric vehicles (previously subject to overlapping taxes). The bill allows EV owners to receive refunds for electricity purchased for vehicle use and requires clear display of the new electricity-based tax. This directly affects Wyoming residents who own electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles by eliminating "triple taxation" on their vehicles and shifting the tax burden to electricity usage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces multiple EV fees to single electricity-based tax, lowers plug-in hybrid decal fee, and allows electricity purchase refunds - tax relief for EV owners.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyReduces fees for EV owners, simplifies taxation, and promotes EV adoption - aligning with renewable energy advancement and consumer access to clean transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill simplifies EV taxation to reduce costs for drivers, promoting EV adoption as sustainable transportation per topic description.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 9, 2026

SF 1: General government appropriations.

SF 1 is a funding bill that allocates state resources for Wyoming's government operations during the 2026-2028 fiscal biennium. It provides specific funding amounts for state agencies, including $9.1 million for the Governor's Office administration and $22.9 million for Homeland Security, with all funds to be spent within the two-year budget period. The bill includes a $250,000 provision specifically for gubernatorial transition costs if a new governor is elected in 2026, and it specifies how funds from various accounts (like school foundation programs) will be used. This is a standard appropriations bill that sets funding levels for state operations, not a policy change.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates specific funding for state agencies and operations during fiscal biennium, directly advancing budget appropriations and fiscal management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

HB 106: Smokebuster module leaders.

This bill authorizes two new full-time positions within Wyoming's state forestry division (one effective April 2026, one April 2027) to support the forestry conservation inmate crew program. It appropriates $499,709 from the general fund specifically for these positions, associated equipment/supplies, and program costs through June 2028. The funding is tied to coordination with the Department of Corrections and includes specific budgeting instructions for the state's next fiscal biennium. The bill directly affects the state forestry division, the inmate crew program, and the Department of Corrections.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $499,709 from general fund for forestry positions and program costs, increasing state spending on conservation services.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds forestry conservation inmate crew program coordinated with Department of Corrections, promoting rehabilitation through inmate work opportunities in conservation.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds forestry conservation program via inmate crews with $499k, directly advancing natural resource protection and conservation efforts as described in the topic.92% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Corrections Conservation Forestry

failed · Wyoming · House Feb 11, 2026

SF 89: Local housing projects-tax exemption amendments.

This bill amends Wyoming's tax exemption rules for housing projects owned by cities or counties. It requires that such housing property be 100% publicly owned (by a municipality, county, or fully controlled entity) to qualify for tax exemption, excludes profit-making portions from the exemption (while allowing adjustments for public utility costs), and permits cities to instead make payments to maintain low-rent housing. The changes apply to all Wyoming cities, towns, and counties starting January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesTightens tax exemption rules to prevent misuse, closing loopholes by requiring 100% public ownership and excluding profit-making portions, aligning with fiscal responsibility.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires 100% public ownership for tax exemptions on housing, enables cities to fund low-rent maintenance via payments, advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Property Taxes Renters

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introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 163: Amendments to beef checkoff program.

HB 163 limits the state's annual costs that can be charged against Wyoming's Beef Council to 3% of fees collected by the council that aren't already required by state or federal law. This directly affects the Beef Council (which collects industry fees) and state agencies like the Department of Administration and Information that manage these funds. The bill's key provision sets a hard cap on administrative fees, ensuring the council retains more of its collected revenue. The law will take effect on July 1, 2026, and does not alter how the council spends its funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill caps state administrative fees at 3% of beef council fees, retaining more revenue for the council. This promotes fiscal responsibility by limiting state budget deductions.85% confidence

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introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 162: Property tax exemption-first responders.

HB 162 creates a $6,000 annual property tax exemption for first responders in Wyoming, directly affecting peace officers, dispatchers, firefighters, and ambulance personnel (both paid and volunteer) who own or occupy their primary residence. To qualify, claimants must submit proof of status (like an employer ID or pay stub) by May 4th each year and confirm ongoing eligibility annually with their county assessor. The exemption applies only to the primary residence and is limited to $6,000 per year in assessed value. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027, if passed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides $6,000 annual property tax exemption for first responders, reducing their tax burden as targeted tax relief for public safety workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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failed · Wyoming · House Feb 9, 2026

SF 78: Residential real property-taxable value.

This bill establishes a property tax rate of 8.3% for residential real estate in Wyoming, effective for the 2026 tax year. It defines residential real property to include single-family homes, condominiums used as primary residences, and associated land. The rate applies only to qualifying residential properties, while other property types would continue to be taxed at 9.5%. Homeowners with residential properties meeting the new definition would see their property taxes calculated at this rate starting in 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesLowers residential property tax rate from 9.5% to 8.3%, providing tax relief for qualifying homeowners per bill's explicit rate change.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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