Education

signed · Wyoming · House Feb 27, 2026

SF 18: Attendance of students in K-12 schools.

This bill (SF 18) ensures Wyoming public K-12 schools are equally free and accessible to all children, including those attending part-time. It requires schools to operate for a minimum of 175 days per year (unless an alternative schedule is approved by the state board after public meetings), and mandates annual evaluations of alternative schedules. Parents or guardians of eligible children may apply for an Education Savings Account (ESA) program under existing law. The changes apply starting the 2026-2027 school year.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnsures equal access for all K-12 students including part-time, mandates 175-day school year, and permits ESA programs - expands educational access.92% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Choice

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

HB 24: Review of charter school applications.

HB 24 amends Wyoming's timeline for reviewing charter school applications, directly affecting new charter school applicants and local school districts or state bodies acting as authorizers. It requires authorizers to notify applicants within 30 days whether an application is complete, hold a public hearing within 60 days of receiving a complete application, and make a final approval or denial decision within 120 days of receipt. The bill does not change the requirements for community or parental support, but streamlines the review process by setting specific deadlines. This legislation applies to new applications submitted after its effective date.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationStreamlines charter school approval process, facilitating new educational options within K-12 system without restricting access or funding.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

HB 25: Wyoming's tomorrow scholarship program amendments.

HB 25 repeals a requirement that students receiving Wyoming's Tomorrow scholarships must maintain continuous enrollment to keep their funding. This change directly affects scholarship recipients by allowing them to pause their education (e.g., for medical reasons, family needs) without losing eligibility. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and removes Section 21-16-1904(c)(iv) from Wyoming law.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRemoves continuous enrollment requirement, expanding access to higher education funding by allowing pauses without losing scholarship eligibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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

signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

HB 23: Participation in school activities.

Wyoming's HB 23 requires public school districts to allow students residing in the district (but not enrolled full-time as students) to participate in grades 6-12 extracurricular activities, such as sports or clubs, starting with the 2026-2027 school year. The bill applies to activities sanctioned by the Wyoming High School Activities Association and excludes students under suspension or expulsion. School districts must permit this participation without charging additional fees beyond standard activity costs. The law directly affects non-enrolled resident students and school districts managing these programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands educational access for non-full-time students in extracurricular activities, enhancing student program participation without additional fees beyond standard costs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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

Sub-Topics Testing & Assessment