State Funding for Capital Construction Projects
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R · H07
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker votes in favor because the legislature's function includes helping communities that cannot fully help themselves, especially when they must raise matching funds first.
R · H50
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment as fiscally responsible because it requires the community to raise matching funds first and includes provisions for returning unspent money.
R · H21
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because colleagues from Sweetwater have shown due diligence in trying to make the project happen.
R · H54
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker encourages support because the funding aligns with previous decisions to rally behind communities facing similar problems.
R · H37
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because the building is old, not ADA compliant, and needs work to save history.
R · H36
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because it uses a fund created by tourists specifically for projects honoring veterans.
R · H47
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because it addresses necessary maintenance on a facility that needs to be brought into compliance.
R · H20
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker votes against the amendment because property tax issues should be fixed before spending on special projects.
R · H41
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because it uses tourism funds paid largely by non-residents, which is unrelated to property taxes.
R · H29
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker votes against the amendment, comparing it to a used car offer he would not accept.
D · H16
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment as a reasonable compromise to help fund the State Fair arena, proposing a two-to-one state match rather than asking for half from the county.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment as a compromise that helps the State Fair continue planning after they found ways to generate some of their own funding.
R · H31
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker votes no because the amendment diverts funds from an account established for tourism purposes, which this project does not fulfill.
R · H17
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because it is logical to use funds from an account that will receive significant contributions from workers in his county over the next few years.
R · H49
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because non-resident workers will fill hotels and contribute to the account, making it appropriate for them to help fund the project.
R · H39
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker urges a favorable vote because his county contributes significantly to the tourism reserve annually and needs assistance for construction projects that will also promote travel.
R · H37
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the current amendment because it takes all $18 million instead of adhering to a previous agreement to split funding between two sources.
R · H03
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker recommends voting no on the museum funding because the Office of Tourism did not formally present this request to the committee.
R · H36
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the project because developing the museum will help educate young people about the sacrifices of past generations.
D · H16
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment as a necessary way to address community needs and avoid hamstringing other communities by denying this specific project.
R · H29
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment, stating that while communities have many needs, his choice is to prioritize tax relief over this specific project.
D · H23
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because renovating downtown Rock Springs is critical for creating a vibrant community that attracts residents and visitors.
R · H39
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment as an urgent investment needed to address long-standing flood issues in Rock Springs, which will enable future economic growth and revenue generation.
R · H22
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment, arguing that delaying action will result in a much larger problem later when houses are lost.
R · H42
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment, suggesting that while he feels for the community, there may be other ways to address the flooding issues rather than this specific proposal.
R · H54
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment by comparing it to previous state investments in other resource-rich communities that needed infrastructure help despite their tax contributions.
R · H17
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because the funds come from a rainy day fund which is appropriate given that severe rain causes flooding problems in Rock Springs.
R · H06
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because enclosing the arena would create a hub for educational programs and events benefiting youth, while also helping the State Fair become self-sufficient by generating revenue year-round.
R · H31
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because he views it as a new expenditure that was denied by the executive branch, arguing for fiscal responsibility and treating the budget strictly.
R · H02
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill as an investment in a booming community, believing it will enhance financial sustainability and economic impact by allowing year-round operations.
R · H07
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill after touring the site, viewing the arena as a vital backbone for the State Fair and an important project for Wyoming.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because he views the State Fair as an educational tool and believes a year-round program is a good plan for the community.
R · H40
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because she has seen kids and others use the facility, believing that if they work to generate funds for the arena, her district would support it.
R · H52
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment to ensure a new prison can be built, arguing that pulling from the fund now will result in a higher price tag later.
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The amendment adds a new section to allocate $18 million from the Wyoming State Penitentiary Capital Construction Account for state-funded capital construction projects.
The amendment adds funding for the renovation of the Wyoming Veterans' Memorial Museum, allocating $5 million from the Wyoming tourism reserve and projects account.
The amendment adds a grant for local government capital construction and provides $11 million from the legislative stabilization reserve account to fund half of the costs of segment two of the Bitter Creek revitalization project in Rock Springs or Sweetwater County.
The amendment adds a new program called 'AGR – Silver Arena' to the bill and increases the General Fund amount by $27,041,438.
The amendment removes a previous amendment and adjusts funding allocations for state-funded capital construction projects.
The amendment adds a grant for local government capital construction and specifies funding for the Bitter Creek revitalization project in Rock Springs or Sweetwater County.
The amendment adds funding for the renovation of the Wyoming Veterans' Memorial Museum.
The amendment adds funding for the renovation of the Wyoming Veterans' Memorial Museum, requiring matching funds from nonstate sources.
The amendment changes the amount of money appropriated for state funded capital construction from $154,303,404 to $115 million.
The amendment adds funding for a project called 'AGR – Silver Arena 3' and sets conditions on how the money can be spent.
The amendment adds a grant for local government capital construction, specifically funding the Bitter Creek Revitalization project in Rock Springs or Sweetwater County.
The amendment increases the appropriation for state-funded capital construction projects related to demolitions and utility relocation at correctional facilities in Wyoming.
The amendment adds a grant for local government capital construction and provides $22 million from the legislative stabilization reserve account to fund part of the Bitter Creek revitalization project in Rock Springs or Sweetwater County.
This amendment to HB0258 removes certain lines from the bill and adjusts funding amounts.
The amendment changes references in the bill from plural to singular for appropriations and projects.
The amendment reduces a specific funding amount in the bill by $9 million.