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SF0103

Stopping Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 2:25 AM

In one sentence

This act generally prohibits state agencies and public educational institutions from using appropriated funds for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts unless required by federal law.

What it does

  • Prohibits state agencies and public educational institutions from spending funds on DEI efforts unless required by federal law.
  • Requires that any entity receiving legislative funding must not use those funds to establish DEI offices or hire staff for such programs.
  • Prevents entities from requiring employees or students to participate in DEI training as a condition of employment or enrollment.

Who it affects

  • State agencies
  • Public educational institutions

Limits and unknowns

  • The bill does not specify what happens if an entity violates these rules.
  • It is unclear how this act will be enforced or monitored by state agencies.
  • The governor vetoed this bill, so it did not become law as of March 4, 2025.

Plain language

Terms to know

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Efforts to promote fairness and representation in hiring practices and education.
Federally recognized Indian tribe
A tribal government with a formal relationship with the U.S. federal government.

Official record

Sources

Validated

Public statements

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 5, 8:07 AM

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports the bill because it ensures medical students are sent to universities that comply with the state's new policy on defunding DEI programs. The changes also clarify definitions and adjust the effective date to allow for proper implementation.

Public statementFloor statement at 11:56 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker expresses full support for the bill and its provisions regarding an agreement between universities to bring medical students to Wyoming.

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Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes concurring with the bill because it includes a $50,000 appropriation for five medical students at the University of Wyoming that requires further discussion.

Public statementFloor statement at 48:57 Watch the statement

Ken Chestek

D · H13

Voted No

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment to correct an inaccurate title in the bill, stating it does not prohibit expenditures or critical race theory teaching but rather restricts required courses.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:08:05 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment because they believe the proposed change is a good catch that will not negatively impact the bill.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:09:24 Watch the statement

Gary Brown

R · H41

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker opposes an amendment because they believe altering the bill beyond its original purpose is unconstitutional.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:15:25 Watch the statement

Scott Heiner

R · H18

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment because they believe bringing medical students closer to home will make it easier for them to return and practice in Wyoming.

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Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment because they view funding additional medical seats as a necessary investment to address physician shortages and ensure students return to Wyoming.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:21:42 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment because it provides five more opportunities to recruit doctors for the state, which is necessary given that students are being poached by other states.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:24:00 Watch the statement

Bob Davis

R · H47

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment because they believe retaining medical services in the state addresses the shortage of doctors.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:25:42 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment because they view it as a necessary investment to secure medical slots before another state takes them.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:26:02 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment because they believe placing medical students in a school with conservative values is beneficial given concerns about current curriculum expectations.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:26:43 Watch the statement

John Bear

R · H31

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker opposes an amendment because they believe the financial cost will grow significantly over time and it should be addressed in next year's budget.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:27:42 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment because they view it as an investment to help the medical industry grow and enable students to serve in Wyoming.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:28:42 Watch the statement

J.T. Larson

R · H17

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment because they want to secure medical seats immediately rather than risk losing them, viewing it as a necessary investment.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:29:21 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The speaker supports an amendment to clarify that public funds and donor intent are subject to the bill's restrictions on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:35:32 Watch the statement

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

Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

7 roll calls

S Recede from Non-Concurrence : 27-4-0-0-02025-02-28 · Senate27 yes 4 no
S Concur:Failed 1-28-2-0-02025-02-27 · Senate1 yes 28 no
H 3rd Reading:Passed 52-7-3-0-02025-02-27 · House52 yes 7 no
Amendment adopted 32-27-3-0-02025-02-27 · House32 yes 27 no
H10 - Labor:Recommend Amend and Do Pass 7-1-1-0-02025-02-21 · House7 yes 1 no
S 3rd Reading:Passed 26-4-1-0-02025-02-10 · Senate26 yes 4 no
S05 - Agriculture:Recommend Amend and Do Pass 5-0-0-0-02025-01-30 · Senate5 yes 0 no

Official activity

Bill history

  1. Governor Vetoed SEA No. 0061 Governor
  2. H Speaker Signed SEA No. 0061House
  3. S President Signed SEA No. 0061Senate
  4. Assigned Number SEA No. 0061LSO
  5. S Recede from Non-Concurrence : 27-4-0-0-0Senate
  6. H Appointed JCC01 MembersHouse
  7. S Appointed JCC01 MembersSenate
  8. S Concur:Failed 1-28-2-0-0Senate
  9. S Received for ConcurrenceSenate
  10. H 3rd Reading:Passed 52-7-3-0-0House
  11. H 3rd Reading:Laid BackHouse
  12. H 2nd Reading:PassedHouse
  13. H COW:PassedHouse
  14. H Placed on General FileHouse
  15. H10 - Labor:Recommend Amend and Do Pass 7-1-1-0-0House
  16. H Introduced and Referred to H10 - LaborHouse
  17. H Received for IntroductionHouse
  18. S 3rd Reading:Passed 26-4-1-0-0Senate
  19. S 2nd Reading:PassedSenate
  20. S COW:PassedSenate

Changes

Amendments

14 stored

SF0103H2001

The amendment changes the word 'unit' to 'entity' in a specific part of the bill.

SF0103H2002

The amendment removes specific sections from a bill that aims to terminate and defund diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in state agencies and public educational institutions.

SF0103H2003

The amendment removes specific language about diversity, equity, and inclusion requirements from the bill and replaces it with a new section titled 'Restrictions on required courses.'

SF0103H2004

The amendment removes certain provisions related to exemptions for diversity, equity and inclusion efforts by state agencies and public educational institutions.

SF0103H2005

The amendment changes the effective date of the bill to July 1, 2025.

SF0103H2006

The amendment changes the bill to prohibit governmental entities from submitting certain documentation or statements for grant purposes, while also making a technical adjustment in the text.

SF0103H3001

The amendment removes a specific section of the bill and replaces it with new language that restricts required courses related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

SF0103H3002

The amendment adds a new section that appropriates $550,000 from the general fund for medical education and training at the University of Wyoming in collaboration with the University of Utah School of Medicine, under certain conditions.

SF0103H3003

The amendment modifies the bill to add the word 'public' before references to funds and adds 'or donor intent' after 'federal law'.

SF0103HW001

The amendment removes certain entities from a list of organizations that are subject to restrictions on diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

SF0103HS001

The amendment modifies a bill to prohibit state agencies and public educational institutions from engaging in certain diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.

SF0103S2001

The amendment removes the words 'directly or' and 'indirectly,' from a specific line in the bill text.

SF0103SW001

The amendment adds provisions to protect federally recognized Indian tribes from being affected by the bill's restrictions on diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

SF0103SS001

The amendment changes the word 'dysphonia' to 'dysphoria' in three places within the bill.