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HB0112

Wyoming Workforce Housing Program Changes

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In one sentence

This bill proposed changes to the Wyoming workforce housing program, including rules for grants, loans, and reporting, but it did not pass.

What it does

  • Defines workforce housing as owner-occupied homes or rental units affordable to families with incomes at or below 120% of the area median income, or up to 150% if the council determines it is necessary.
  • Allows the council to provide grants or loans to cities, towns, counties, or special improvement districts for workforce housing infrastructure projects.
  • Permits portions of loans to be converted to grants if the development meets specific performance measures within a designated time period.
  • Requires applicants to report on project progress, including the number of lots developed, units developed, and families occupying the housing.
  • Requires that all projected project costs be funded before a grant or loan is issued.

Who it affects

  • The Wyoming council that administers the housing program.
  • Cities, towns, counties, and special improvement districts applying for funds.
  • Developers and applicants seeking grants or loans for workforce housing projects.

Limits and unknowns

  • The bill did not pass in the 2009 session, so these changes were not enacted into law.
  • The specific maximum dollar amounts for grants and loans are determined by council rules and state board approval, not fixed in the bill text.

Plain language

Terms to know

Workforce housing
Owner-occupied homes or rental units affordable to families with incomes at or below 120% of the area median income, or up to 150% if the council determines it is necessary.
Workforce housing infrastructure
Publicly owned infrastructure for a workforce housing subdivision or development that requires a specified number of housing units at specified prices or sizes.
Planned workforce subdivision
A development where the local government has planned or required a specified number of workforce housing units at specified maximum initial sale prices or square footage.

Official record

Sources

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Public statements

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 11, 6:32 PM

Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the amendment to remove funding because times are tough and a million dollars is significant, suggesting resources should be redirected to other projects after more discussion.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:03:49 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the bill because it represents an attempt to shift responsibilities from private enterprise to government obligation, which he views as creeping incrementalism without a valid basis.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:05:18 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the amendment because there is no affordable housing or rentals in boom counties, forcing workers into expensive man camps and causing turnover among essential staff like correctional officers.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:06:00 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the amendment to remove funding because he believes it is not the proper role for government, noting that existing loan programs have seen no applications and rules are still being written.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:09:56 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the bill because he believes the private market naturally resolves housing shortages through a cycle of motels, trailers, and home purchases without government intervention.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:12:00 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill as a necessary infrastructure investment to help families who cannot currently buy homes due to credit issues, allowing them to rent and bring their families to Wyoming.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:15:03 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill and opposes the amendment, arguing that government must support infrastructure for workforce housing to ensure communities remain livable and attract workers.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:18:19 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill because it includes planning components for small communities and distinguishes between private entities and political subdivisions, ensuring money is used for public good rather than just profit.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:22:47 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill as an economic development tool to prevent $2.5 million from leaving the state daily due to workers living in man camps instead of local housing.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:28:16 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes adding extra funding to the bill because $1 million already available is sufficient for planning, and there are other priorities that need money.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:36:26 Watch the statement

If a lawmaker is not listed, we couldn't find a published reason.

Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

6 roll calls

S Failed 3rd Reading 14-15-1-0-02009-02-17 · Senate14 yes 15 no
S09 Recommended Amend and Do Pass 5-0-0-0-02009-02-05 · Senate5 yes 0 no
H Passed 3rd Reading 37-23-0-0-02009-01-29 · House37 yes 23 no
H Passed CoW 31-27-2-0-02009-01-27 · House31 yes 27 no
H02 Recommended Amend and Do Pass 7-0-0-0-02009-01-26 · House7 yes 0 no
H09 Recommended Amend and Do Pass 6-3-0-0-02009-01-21 · House6 yes 3 no

Official activity

Bill history

  1. S Failed 3rd ReadingSenate
  2. S Passed 2nd ReadingSenate
  3. Amendment AdoptedSenate
  4. Amendment FailedSenate
  5. S Passed CoWSenate
  6. S Amendments AdoptedSenate
  7. Amendment AdoptedSenate
  8. S Placed on General FileSenate
  9. S09 Recommended Amend and Do PassSenate
  10. S Introduced and Referred to S09Senate
  11. S Received for IntroductionSenate
  12. H Passed 3rd ReadingHouse
  13. Amendment AdoptedHouse
  14. H Passed 2nd ReadingHouse
  15. Amendment AdoptedHouse
  16. H Passed CoWHouse
  17. Amendment AdoptedHouse
  18. H Amendments AdoptedHouse
  19. Amendment AdoptedHouse
  20. H Placed on General FileHouse

Changes

Amendments

8 stored

HB0112H2001

Adopted 2nd reading by PHILP

HB0112H3001

Adopted 3rd reading by PEDERSEN

HB0112H3002

Withdrawn 3rd reading by PEDERSEN

HB0112HS001

Adopted Standing Committee by H09

HB0112HS002

Adopted Standing Committee by H02

HB0112S2001

Failed 2nd reading by VON FLATER

HB0112S2002

Adopted 2nd reading by LARSON

HB0112SS001

Adopted Standing Committee by LARSON