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HB 1WYOMINGSession 2026State Billdead
Did Not Advance

Wyoming Legislature appropriates funds for the 2026-2028 fiscal biennium and adjusts state agency budgets

Original title: General government appropriations-2.

Last action · March 2, 2026: H See Mirror Bill SF0001

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What This Bill Proposed

House Bill 1 appropriates state funds for the fiscal beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2028, establishing agency operating budgets, position counts, and financial conditions across state government. The legislation increases higher education scholarship amounts, modifies permanent fund spending policies, authorizes loans and fund transfers, and sets specific restrictions on agency expenditures.

Why it matters

The measure determines funding levels, personnel counts, and operational rules for every state agency, public school foundation program, and university system in Wyoming for a two-year period, directly impacting public services, state employee compensation, and tax relief programs.

Who It Would Have Affected

Groups the bill's text would have affected, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

State agencies

State agencies receive specific operational appropriations, employee position limits, and expenditure restrictions for the 2026-2028 biennium.

Directly affected

State employees

State employees are impacted by provisions governing compensation adjustments, group insurance contributions, and personal services transfers.

Directly affected

University of Wyoming and community colleges

Higher education institutions receive state aid appropriations, matching fund allocations, and restrictions on healthcare coverage and program expenditures.

Directly affected

Property taxpayers

Qualified applicants are eligible for property tax relief refunds funded through specific program appropriations.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What period does this appropriations act cover?
The act covers the fiscal commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2028.
Does the bill provide funding for property tax relief?
Yes, it appropriates $12,000,000 for the property tax relief program for refunds to qualified applicants from July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
How does the bill affect higher education scholarships?
It increases semester award amounts for Hathaway scholarship programs (opportunity, performance, honor, and provisional opportunity) for academic years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028.

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Where This Stands

This bill did not become law - Died at adjournment · passed the House · in Senate committee.

Procedural history

12 actions
  1. Mar 2, 2026House
    H See Mirror Bill SF0001
  2. Feb 25, 2026Senate
    S Appointed JCC01 Members
  3. Feb 25, 2026House
    H Appointed JCC01 Members
  4. Feb 23, 2026Senate
    S Received for Introduction
  5. Feb 23, 2026Senate
    S Introduced and Referred to S02
  6. Feb 23, 2026Senate
    Senate:Pursuant to JR 14-1 (g) referred directly to JCC
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  1. Feb 21, 2026House
    H 3rd Reading:Passed 47-14-1-0-0
  2. Feb 18, 2026House
    H 2nd Reading:Passed
  3. Feb 13, 2026House
    H COW:Passed
  4. Feb 11, 2026House
    H Introduced and Referred to HCOW
  5. Feb 9, 2026House
    H Received for Introduction
  6. Feb 6, 2026
    Bill Number Assigned

Version history

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Lobbying Activity

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Full breakdown

Who this bill affects and the strongest case for and against it, written only from the bill’s own text.

Discoveries

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Temporary Reduction in Permanent Fund Spending Rates

The legislature temporarily reduces the annual spending policy rate for both the permanent Wyoming mineral trust fund and the common school account from 5% to 4.5% for fiscal years 2027 and 2028.

State TreasurerJoint Appropriations Committee

Connected Entities

Office of Administrative Hearings, Enterprise Technology Services, Wyo Water Development Office and 81 more
OrganizationOffice of Administrative Hearings“Conducts administrative hearings.”Map →
OrganizationEnterprise Technology Services“Manages enterprise operations and IT enhanced services.”Map →
OrganizationWyo Water Development Office“Manages water development administration.”Map →
OrganizationOffice of Guardian Ad Litem“Provides legal representation for children.”Map →
OrganizationState Lands and Investments“Manages state lands, forestry, fire suppression, and mineral grants.”Map →
OrganizationWICHE“Manages regional higher education administration and grants.”Map →
OrganizationLivestock Board“Regulates animal health and brand inspection.”Map →
OrganizationOil and Gas Commission“Manages oil and gas administration and orphan wells.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Physical Therapy“Licenses physical therapists.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Dental Examiners“Licenses dental professionals.”Map →
OrganizationOffice of the Public Defender“Receives funding for administration and contract trial attorneys.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Family Services“Manages energy assistance, institutions, and family assistance services.”Map →
OrganizationSupreme Court“Administers state judicial branch courts and administration.”Map →
OrganizationState Construction Department“Manages school facilities and construction operations.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Chiropractic Examiners“Licenses chiropractors.”Map →
OrganizationEnhanced Oil Recovery Comm“Supports enhanced oil recovery research and projects.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Architects and Landscape Architects“Licenses architects and landscape architects.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Equalization“Handles tax appeals and equalization.”Map →
OrganizationState Auditor“Receives administration appropriations and executes fund transfers.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Law Examiners“Administers legal bar admissions.”Map →
OrganizationCollection Agency Board“Regulates collection agencies.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Hearing Aid Specialists“Licenses hearing aid specialists.”Map →
OrganizationGovernor's Residence“Maintains residence operations.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Transportation“Manages highways, law enforcement, and aeronautics.”Map →
OrganizationJoint Appropriations Committee“Sponsored the general government appropriations bill.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Cosmetology“Licenses cosmetologists.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Examiners in Optometry“Licenses optometrists.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Pharmacy“Licenses pharmacists and pharmacies.”Map →
OrganizationFire Prevention & Elec Safety“Manages fire prevention and electrical safety administration.”Map →
OrganizationWyoming Combat Sports Commission“Regulates combat sports.”Map →
OrganizationWildlife/Natural Resource Trust“Provides grants for invasive plant control and wildfire restoration.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Outfitters and Guides“Licenses outfitters and guides.”Map →
OrganizationWyoming Energy Authority“Manages energy administration and loan recommendations.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Examiners of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology“Licenses speech-language pathologists and audiologists.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Environmental Quality“Regulates air, water, land quality, and solid waste management.”Map →
OrganizationOffice of the Governor“Receives appropriations for administration, homeland security, and special progr”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Nursing Home Administrators“Licenses nursing home administrators.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Radiologic Technologists Examiners“Licenses radiologic technologists.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Workforce Services“Manages vocational rehabilitation, unemployment insurance, and workers' compensa”Map →
OrganizationWyoming Business Council“Manages economic development and business obligations.”Map →
OrganizationState Treasurer“Manages operations, investments, and fund distributions.”Map →
OrganizationWyoming Military Department“Manages military operations, air and army national guard, and veterans' services”Map →
OrganizationPublic Service Commission“Regulates public utilities and consumer advocacy.”Map →
OrganizationState Engineer“Manages water rights, ground and surface water divisions.”Map →
OrganizationCommunity College Commission“Oversees state aid, community colleges, and educational programs.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Revenue“Oversees administration, valuation, and property tax relief.”Map →
OrganizationDietetics Licensing Board“Licenses dietitians.”Map →
OrganizationState Budget Department“Manages budget administration and grants.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Medicine“Licenses physicians and medical professionals.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Athletic Trainers“Licenses athletic trainers.”Map →
OrganizationUniversity of Wyoming“Provides state-supported higher education and research.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Psychology“Licenses psychologists.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Midwifery“Licenses midwives.”Map →
OrganizationWyoming Stable Token Commission“Manages stable token issuance and administration.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Audit“Audits banking, public funds, minerals, and excise taxes.”Map →
OrganizationGeological Survey“Conducts geologic programs and mineral resource surveys.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Nursing“Licenses nursing professionals.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Barber Examiners“Licenses barbers.”Map →
OrganizationInsurance Department“Regulates insurance administration and health insurance pool.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Agriculture“Receives funding for consumer protection, natural resources, and state fair.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Health“Manages health care financing, public health, and behavioral health.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Corrections“Manages correctional facilities, field services, and prison division.”Map →
OrganizationEnvironmental Quality Council“Administers environmental quality review.”Map →
OrganizationMiners' Hospital Board“Receives trust-funded appropriations.”Map →
OrganizationComm on Judicial Conduct & Ethics“Oversees judicial conduct and ethics.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Veterinary Medicine“Licenses veterinarians.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Funeral Service Practitioners“Licenses funeral service professionals.”Map →
OrganizationWyoming Gaming Commission“Regulates gaming and breeder awards.”Map →
OrganizationRetirement System“Manages public retirement administration and deferred compensation.”Map →
OrganizationState Parks & Cultural Resources“Manages cultural resources, state parks, and historical sites.”Map →
OrganizationWyoming Tourism Board“Promotes state tourism and administers tourism funds.”Map →
OrganizationProfessional Teaching Standards Board“Establishes professional teaching standards.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Acupuncture“Licenses acupuncturists.”Map →
OrganizationSecretary of State“Receives appropriations for administration and securities enforcement.”Map →
OrganizationReal Estate Commission“Licenses real estate professionals and appraisers.”Map →
OrganizationMental Health Professions Licensing Board“Licenses mental health professionals.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Professional Geologists“Licenses professional geologists.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Certified Public Accountants“Licenses certified public accountants.”Map →
OrganizationBoard for Respiratory Care“Licenses respiratory care practitioners.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Parole“Manages parole administration.”Map →
OrganizationDepartment of Administration and Information“Oversees general services, human resources, and state facilities.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Registration in Podiatry“Licenses podiatrists.”Map →
OrganizationBoard of Occupational Therapy“Licenses occupational therapists.”Map →
OrganizationAttorney General“Manages law office, criminal investigations, and victim services.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.wyoleg.gov

Analysis Score

0–100
  • Significance20
    Lowered because this bill did not pass (its text scored 98)
  • Controversy45
    Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz75
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