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HB0062

Illegal immigration.

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 2:25 AM

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Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 8, 5:15 AM

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker argues that because the federal government has not acted on illegal immigration, states must address it by establishing offenses for transporting or concealing illegal aliens and requiring citizenship verification.

Public statementFloor statement at 45:04 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the bill because he believes immigration is exclusively a federal issue under the U.S. Constitution, and state laws on this matter are likely to be struck down by courts.

Public statementFloor statement at 47:10 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes introducing the bill because he views immigration as a national issue rather than a state one, and considers it inappropriate to address during a budget session.

Public statementFloor statement at 47:52 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the bill because he believes state policy should be based on economic realities and human decency rather than fear, noting that the current draft places many citizens in legal jeopardy.

Public statementFloor statement at 48:37 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the bill because she believes it is bad policy while waiting for federal action and notes that illegal immigrants currently provide necessary services in agriculture, food, and construction.

Public statementFloor statement at 50:54 Watch the statement

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Wyoming roll calls

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Bill history

  1. H Failed IntroductionHouse
  2. H Received for IntroductionHouse
  3. Bill Number AssignedLSO