Wyoming State Fair Board and Operations
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Bill Summary Bill No.: SF0045 Effective : Multiple Dates LSO No.: 18LSO-0310 Enrolled Act No.: SEA No. 0069 Chapter No.: 111 Prime Sponsor: Joint Agriculture, State and Public Lands & Water Resources Interim Committee Catch Title: State fair board-2. Subject: State Fair and Fairgrounds. Summary/Major Elements: This act r econstitute s the State Fair Advisory Board as the State Fair Board and amend s its compo sition, compensation, and duties. The act r equire s the State Fair Board to oversee the year-round operation and maintenance of the state fair and the fairgrounds, hire necessary employees, monitor and implement fairground facility needs , and charge fees necessary to maximize revenues. The act r equires the Department of Agriculture to administrativel y support the State Fair Board. The act r emoves restrictions on gambling devices and the sale of intoxicating liquors on the fairgrounds. The act makes conforming amendments and amends the state fair malt beverage permit to authorize the State Fair Board to receive a malt beverage permit for the State Fair. The act also p rovides for the promotion of the St ate Fair by the Wyoming Tourism Board and for assessment of fairground buildings by the State Construction Department upon request of the State Fair Board. Comments: Creates a new board, the State Fair Board. The portion of this act that requires the governor and other entities responsible for appointing members to the State Fair Board is effective immediately in order to allow the members to be appointed before September 1, 2018. The remainder of the act is effective September 1, 2018. The above summary is not an official publication of the Wyoming Legislature and is not an official statement of legislative intent. While the Legislative Service Office endeavored to provide accurate information in this summary, it should not be relied upon as a comprehensive abstract of the bill .
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Last checked Sep 12, 10:54 AM
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker argues that the financial difference between the House and Senate versions is small, suggesting members may not be motivated by money, and therefore supports concurring with the bill.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker believes the initial approach was correct and encourages others not to rescind the previous vote.
Why they voted this way
The speaker argues that the $100 fee for four meetings is appropriate given the board's personnel responsibilities, which distinguishes it from other boards, and supports rescinding the previous action.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports rescinding because the board has personnel responsibilities justifying compensation and does not want to lose the bill over a small amount of money.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports rescinding because experience on JAC suggests this new board is essential to managing the state fair in a businesslike way.
H31
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes concurrence because changing the vote sets a bad precedent and signals that the House will cave to pressure from the other chamber during negotiations.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it represents an effort by the Ag Committee to make the fair more productive and economically viable, urging passage over a small cost difference.
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the bill because the Agriculture Committee is working to make the state fair more economically viable and productive, and they believe the small cost is justified to allow this new approach to proceed.
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the bill because the Agriculture Committee is working to make the fair more economically viable and believes the small cost is worth passing the bill.
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the bill because extensive testimony was taken in the Agriculture Committee and believes the Senate should not be obstructionist.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because extensive testimony was heard in the Agriculture Committee and urges colleagues to vote for it to resolve the situation.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it is good for the state, arguing that fighting with the other side should not prevent moving forward on a beneficial idea.
R · H05
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it is good and should not be stopped by a minuscule amount of money compared to other issues.
R · H05
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it is a good piece of legislation and the small amount of money involved should not prevent its passage.
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the bill because it is a good bill and the small amount of money involved should not prevent its passage.
R · H37
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it is a good bill and the small amount of money involved should not prevent its passage.
R · H34
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the bill because it is a good bill and the small amount of money involved should not prevent its passage.
H02
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the amendment because it resolves an inconsistency between Title 12 and Title 11 statutes by granting the State Fair Board the necessary authority.
Why they voted this way
The speaker explains that the bill resolves an inconsistency between Title 11 and Title 12 statutes to grant the State Fair Board proper authority, while leaving other details like locations and times unchanged.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment to resolve an inconsistency between Title 12 and Title 11 statutes, clarifying that authority for State Fair permits should rest with the State Fair Board rather than the Department of Agriculture director.
R · H51
Why they voted this way
The amendment modifies existing statute to continue current practices under the new board created by the bill.
R · H03
Why they voted this way
The amendment modifies existing statute to continue current practices under the new board created by the bill.
Why they voted this way
The speaker states that the bill modifies existing statute to continue current practices under the new board created by the legislation.
Why they voted this way
The speaker supports the amendment because it modifies existing statute to continue current practices under the new board created by the bill.
H02
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because a new board has been created and should be allowed to determine its own operations without legislative interference on this specific issue.
Why they voted this way
The speaker opposes the amendment because they believe the newly created board should be allowed to determine its own practices rather than having them dictated by the legislature.
R · H09
Why they voted this way
The speaker opposes the amendment because they believe the newly created board should be allowed to determine its own procedures and policies.
Why they voted this way
The speaker opposes the amendment because they believe the newly created board should determine its own procedures rather than having them dictated by the legislature.
Why they voted this way
The speaker opposes the amendment because they believe the newly created board should be allowed to determine its own practices and procedures rather than having them dictated by the legislature.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment by agreeing that the newly created board should be allowed to perform its duties, noting that alcohol is only a small part of the fair and consuming beer does not violate constitutional principles.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because it falls within the purview of the newly established commission to manage, seeing no harm in directing them on this matter.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment by citing the constitutional duty of the legislature to protect health and morality, stating that no interpretation should be held back on this responsibility.
R · H05
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment by clarifying that while the board already has general supervision duties, this measure specifically directs them to manage the event as a youth-focused occasion.
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Failed 2nd reading by Steinmetz
Adopted 3rd reading by Zwonitzer
Failed 3rd reading by Steinmetz
Failed Committee of the Whole by Simpson
Adopted Committee of the Whole by Walters
Corrected, Adopted Committee of the Whole by Moniz
S Adopted Conference Committee
Adopted Standing Committee by SAgriculture
Adopted Standing Committee by SAppropriations