Education (K-12 Education)

introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 176: Modification of average daily membership for K-12 funding.

HB 176 modifies how Wyoming school funding is calculated by including students who pass competency-based equivalency exams in the average daily membership (ADM) count for the remainder of the semester they took the exam. This directly affects school districts receiving state education funding based on ADM, as it may increase their funding for these students. The bill requires the state superintendent to create implementing rules for the education resource block grant model. It becomes effective immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill modifies K-12 funding formula to include more students in ADM count, potentially increasing state education funding allocation for school districts.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationModifies funding calculation to include exam-passing students in ADM, increasing potential state education funding for districts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Funding

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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

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education Workforce Development

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signed · Wyoming · House Mar 6, 2026

HB 105: K-12 school facilities appropriations-2.

Wyoming's HB 105 appropriates $31.66 million from the state education fund for K-12 school facility maintenance and repairs, primarily benefiting public school districts across the state (e.g., Big Horn #3 High School, Sheridan #2 Junior High). It also allocates $6.33 million for charter school lease expenses for the 2026-2028 school years. Funds must be spent by specified deadlines (July 2026-June 2028), with unspent amounts reverting to the education fund. The bill requires schools to meet safety/security standards to access grant funds and mandates annual progress reports to state committees.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $31.66M for K-12 facility maintenance and $6.33M for charter school leases, directly funding essential public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $31.66M for K-12 facility maintenance/repairs and $6.33M for charter school leases, directly funding school infrastructure and expanding access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Choice

failed · Wyoming · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 123: Education savings accounts.

Wyoming's HB 123 creates education savings accounts (ESAs) that provide state-funded support for eligible students. Eligible students (Wyoming residents not yet in kindergarten or still in K-12 public school) receive annual funds ranging from $3,000 to $6,000 based on household income relative to federal poverty levels. Parents can use these funds for qualified expenses like tuition at certified schools, tutoring, textbooks, or technology, with payments disbursed quarterly by the state superintendent. The program is administered through a dedicated state fund, requiring parent agreements and adherence to defined spending rules.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates state-funded education savings accounts ($3k-$6k annually) for K-12 students to cover tuition, tutoring, and educational materials, expanding access and providing direct funding for educational expenses.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education School Choice

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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

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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failed · Wyoming · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 142: Literacy screening assessment and intervention.

HB 142 requires Wyoming public schools to implement literacy screening assessments for students in kindergarten through grade 5, administered three times yearly for K-3 and targeted for grades 4-5. Schools must provide evidence-based interventions for students identified as high-risk for reading difficulties (including dyslexia), with individualized plans requiring parental consent, while also mandating research-backed core literacy instruction in areas like phonemic awareness, decoding, and reading comprehension. The bill repeals Wyoming's previous reading assessment program and requires annual reporting to the state education department on student progress toward an 80% target for low-risk reading scores in K-3, with schools failing to meet goals submitting improvement plans. It directly affects K-5 students, school districts, and parents through new screening, intervention, and reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates literacy screenings and evidence-based interventions for K-5 students to address reading difficulties, enhancing student support in core education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Testing & Assessment

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died · Wyoming · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 159: Safeguarding personal expression at K-12 schools.

HB 159 protects students' religious, political, and ideological speech in Wyoming public schools. It prohibits schools from discriminating against students for expressing these views in class discussions, assignments, club activities, or clothing - similar to how other student speech is treated. The bill creates a legal cause of action for violations, allowing students or clubs to seek at least $5,000 in damages plus other remedies. Exceptions include unprotected speech (per the First Amendment) or conduct that disrupts school operations or creates a hostile environment.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProtects student speech rights in K-12 schools, advancing educational freedom and access as defined in the bill's purpose to prevent discrimination in expression.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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failed · Wyoming · House Feb 13, 2026

HB 110: K-12 public school finance.

HB 110 establishes a new formula for funding Wyoming's K-12 public schools, directly affecting all school districts in the state. It calculates funding based on average daily enrollment, requiring specific teacher ratios (e.g., one core teacher for every 16 elementary students) and minimum staffing levels per school type, while also restricting how school foundation funds can be used. The bill mandates school districts to join the state's employee insurance program, modifies cash reserve rules, and continues mental health services grants. It implements the 2025 cost-of-education study and includes provisions for rulemaking and funding appropriations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes new enrollment-based funding formula for K-12 schools, directing state budget allocation toward public education with specific staffing requirements.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates specific teacher ratios (1:16) and minimum staffing levels, requiring adequate district funding to meet educational staffing requirements under new finance formula.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Funding Teachers

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introduced · Wyoming · House Feb 14, 2026

HB 167: K-12 funding amendments.

HB 167 increases K-12 school funding in Wyoming by modifying special education reimbursement rules and raising the base teacher salary used in funding calculations. It requires full reimbursement (100% of previous year's spending) for most special education costs (excluding out-of-district placements), with those placements reimbursed quarterly in the year incurred. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, the base teacher salary used to calculate school funding will be set at $65,000 annually. The bill appropriates $348.6 million for school district payments and $8.9 million for retirement cost reimbursements, both expiring June 30, 2028. These changes directly affect all Wyoming public school districts and their special education programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases state spending on K-12 education by mandating full special education reimbursement and raising base teacher salary for funding calculations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases K-12 funding through full special education reimbursement and raises base teacher salary to $65k, directly advancing school finance and educator support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Funding Teachers

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failed · Wyoming · House Feb 9, 2026

HB 57: Hathaway private post secondary institution scholarships.

HB 57 creates the "Hathaway private post secondary institution scholarship" to help Wyoming students attend private colleges or universities. It provides up to $500 per semester for tuition and fees at state-accredited private institutions offering certificates or degrees, with eligibility requiring a 3.5 high school GPA, standardized test scores at the 79th percentile, and meeting specific academic requirements. The program limits funding to 200 students total, covering up to eight full-time semesters per student, and requires the state education department to administer applications and verify eligibility through school transcripts. This scholarship directly affects qualifying Wyoming students seeking private post-secondary education, separate from public university funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds ($500/semester) for private college scholarships, increasing government spending on education programs within state budget.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates scholarships for private higher education, expanding access for eligible students with academic requirements, directly supporting higher education funding and access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education Student Financial Aid

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