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HB0018

Wolves and grizzly bears-limited state action.

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 2:25 AM

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Who it affects

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Limits and unknowns

No additional limitations are listed.

Official record

Sources

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Public statements

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 7, 12:53 AM

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker argues that if the federal government wants to manage wolf and grizzly bear populations, they should have full responsibility for enforcement rather than receiving state assistance or funding.

Public statementFloor statement at 38:48 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The speaker opposes the bill because it creates ambiguity for law enforcement regarding their roles and uncertainty about future agency cooperation on species management.

Public statementFloor statement at 39:58 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker questions whether the bill sets a long-term precedent for excluding state management whenever an action involves predator species.

Public statementFloor statement at 40:18 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker expresses concern that under this bill, state officials would not be present to investigate grizzly bear shootings before federal agents arrive.

Public statementFloor statement at 40:58 Watch the statement

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Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

2 roll calls

Official activity

Bill history

  1. H:DO PASS FAILED in Accordance with House Rule 5-4: 4-5-0-0-0House
  2. H No report prior to CoW CutoffHouse
  3. H Introduced and Referred to H06 - Travel 40-19-1-0-0House
  4. H Received for IntroductionHouse
  5. Bill Number AssignedLSO