Transportation

Wyoming's HB 32 requires commercial motor vehicle drivers to demonstrate English language proficiency based on federal standards. It directly affects commercial drivers operating in Wyoming who cannot prove this skill, prohibiting them from driving until they meet the requirement. The bill imposes a $1,000 fine for first-time violations and additional penalties - including up to 90 days in jail - for repeated offenses while under the operating ban. Enforcement will be handled by highway patrol and local law enforcement officers. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.

HB 136 redirects 1% of total wagered amounts from historic pari-mutuel events and simulcasting (e.g., horse racing betting) to the state highway fund instead of distributing it to local counties or cities. This affects racetracks and pari-mutuel venues that pay these fees, changing how those funds are allocated. Previously, 1% went to local governments for the state fair account; this bill eliminates that local distribution and channels all such funds directly to highway funding. The bill failed to pass in the Wyoming House on February 11, 2026, with a vote of 17-44-1.

HB 114 sets new safety rules for railroad operations in Wyoming. It limits train lengths to 8,500 feet or the shortest passing track/siding, requires wayside detection systems every 10 miles on main lines to identify equipment problems (like overheating parts), and mandates visual inspections and operator reporting. Railroad companies operating in Wyoming must install these systems, train staff on their use, and report detection alerts or system failures. Violations could result in civil penalties ranging from $500 per foot over length limits to $250,000 for severe safety failures causing injury. The bill directly affects all railroad companies operating trains within the state.