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SF0050

Whistleblower Protection and Reporting System

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 2:25 AM

In one sentence

This act establishes a system for reporting government waste, fraud, and abuse, protects whistleblowers' identities, and sets consequences for those involved.

What it does

  • Creates a way for people to report misuse of government resources through phone or online forms.
  • Requires the Department of Audit to review reports and take action if necessary.
  • Protects the identity of people who report waste, fraud, or abuse unless required by law.
  • Allows the director to refer cases to other agencies or prosecuting attorneys for further investigation.
  • Requires government entities to investigate reported issues and report back to the Department of Audit.

Who it affects

  • Government employees
  • People who report waste, fraud, or abuse

Limits and unknowns

  • The bill is marked as inactive and has not moved forward in the current session.
  • Some parts of the bill will be repealed on July 1, 2025.

Plain language

Terms to know

Abuse
Improper use of government property against its lawful purpose.
Fraud
Deception intended to gain financial or personal advantage.
Waste
Unnecessary spending or mismanagement that harms the government.

Official record

Sources

Validated

Public statements

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 7, 2:56 AM

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill because it establishes a hotline for reporting waste, fraud, and abuse while ensuring that reports are reviewed to avoid unnecessary hearings.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:26:22 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill, agreeing with previous speakers who highlighted its benefits in protecting against harassment and addressing fraud.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:40:00 Watch the statement

Jim Anderson

R · S28

Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the bill because it creates a system where people are paid or encouraged to report others for minor grievances, reminiscent of historical abuses.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:41:55 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill, noting that the sponsor has addressed specific concerns raised by stakeholders during its development.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:44:19 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill because adding a three-year trial period via an amendment addresses concerns about its utility.

Public statementFloor statement at 2:48:15 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill as a worthwhile exercise to gather reports on fraud and reduce citizen frustration over three years.

Public statementFloor statement at 2:53:44 Watch the statement

Brian Boner

R · S02

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill because it uses standard government terms and relies on the Department of Audit to determine fraud or abuse cases.

Public statementFloor statement at 2:54:27 Watch the statement

Cale Case

R · S25

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill because recent improvements have removed concerns about creating a wasteful bureaucratic entity, making it worth trying for three years.

Public statementFloor statement at 2:56:44 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker states that the bill is necessary to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse currently occurring within the state on the board of mercy.

Public statementFloor statement at 32:00 Watch the statement

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

Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

3 roll calls

S 3rd Reading:Passed 29-1-0-0-02022-03-01 · Senate29 yes 1 no
S07 - Corporations:Recommend Amend and Do Pass 5-0-0-0-02022-02-24 · Senate5 yes 0 no
S Introduced and Referred to S07 - Corporations 20-10-0-0-02022-02-18 · Senate20 yes 10 no

Official activity

Bill history

  1. H:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to HR 5-4House
  2. H No report prior to CoW CutoffHouse
  3. H Introduced and Referred to H02 - AppropriationsHouse
  4. H Received for IntroductionHouse
  5. S 3rd Reading:Passed 29-1-0-0-0Senate
  6. S 3rd Reading:Laid BackSenate
  7. S 2nd Reading:PassedSenate
  8. S COW:PassedSenate
  9. S Placed on General FileSenate
  10. S07 - Corporations:Recommend Amend and Do Pass 5-0-0-0-0Senate
  11. S Introduced and Referred to S07 - Corporations 20-10-0-0-0Senate
  12. S Received for IntroductionSenate
  13. Bill Number AssignedLSO

Changes

Amendments

2 stored

SF0050S3001

The amendment modifies the bill by adding specific requirements for classifying reports as unfounded and continuing investigations when necessary, while also changing disciplinary actions for unauthorized disclosure of information.

SF0050SS001

The amendment adds a provision to repeal certain sections of the bill on July 1, 2025.