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SJ0004

Resolution on Commercial Base Load Power Generation

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 2:25 AM

In one sentence

This resolution asks the Governor to focus on promoting stable and dispatchable base load power resources from Wyoming, such as clean coal, natural gas, uranium, and hydroelectric power, instead of wind and solar energy.

What it does

  • Urges the Governor to oppose future promotion and subsidization of commercial wind and solar power generation in Wyoming.
  • Requests that the Governor promote stable dispatchable base load power resources from Wyoming for use within the state and for export.

Who it affects

  • The Governor of Wyoming
  • Energy companies in Wyoming

Limits and unknowns

  • The resolution does not provide specific funding or legal requirements but is a recommendation to the Governor.
  • It does not specify how the promotion of these power resources will be achieved beyond urging the Governor's support.

Plain language

Terms to know

Base load power
A type of electricity generation that runs continuously at a steady rate to meet the minimum demand for electricity.
Dispatchable power
Power that can be turned on or off as needed, providing flexibility in meeting energy demands.

Official record

Sources

Validated

Official summary

Bill Summary - 25LSO-0577 Bill No.: SJ0004 Effective: Immediately LSO No.: 25LSO-0577 Enrolled Act No.: SEJR No. 0002 Chapter No.: N/A Prime Sponsor: Pearson Catch Title: Resolution on commercial base load power generation. Has Report: No Subject: Power generation. Summary/Major Elements: This resolution urges the Governor to oppose future promotion and subsidization of commercial wind and solar power generation in Wyoming and to promote stable, dispatchable base load power generation in Wyoming, and for export out of Wyoming, including clean coal, natural gas, uranium and hydroelectric power. 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.

Public statements

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 5, 8:07 AM

Ken Chestek

D · H13

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker urges a no vote because they believe legislating this definition could upset established common law and create unintended consequences.

Public statementFloor statement at 56:54 Watch the statement
Voted No

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker opposes the definition because it could tie judges' hands or lead to terminating parental rights in cases where parents are struggling with severe hardship but still trying their best.

Public statementFloor statement at 57:56 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker urges a no vote because the amendment represents a radical change to the bill introduced at the last moment with minimal debate.

Public statementFloor statement at 59:35 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports providing a broad definition to give the legislature and courts something concrete to reference, noting that judges likely already consider these factors.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:00:14 Watch the statement

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

Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

4 roll calls

H 3rd Reading:Passed 55-5-2-0-02025-03-04 · House55 yes 5 no
H09 - Minerals:Recommend Do Pass 8-0-1-0-02025-02-26 · House8 yes 0 no
S 3rd Reading:Passed 29-1-1-0-02025-02-10 · Senate29 yes 1 no
S07 - Corporations:Recommend Do Pass 4-1-0-0-02025-01-29 · Senate4 yes 1 no

Official activity

Bill history

  1. Governor Signed SEJR No. 0002 Governor
  2. H Speaker Signed SEJR No. 0002House
  3. S President Signed SEJR No. 0002Senate
  4. Assigned Number SEJR No. 0002LSO
  5. H 3rd Reading:Passed 55-5-2-0-0House
  6. H 2nd Reading:PassedHouse
  7. H COW:PassedHouse
  8. H Placed on General FileHouse
  9. H09 - Minerals:Recommend Do Pass 8-0-1-0-0House
  10. H Introduced and Referred to H09 - MineralsHouse
  11. H Received for IntroductionHouse
  12. S 3rd Reading:Passed 29-1-1-0-0Senate
  13. S 2nd Reading:PassedSenate
  14. S COW:PassedSenate
  15. S Placed on General FileSenate
  16. S07 - Corporations:Recommend Do Pass 4-1-0-0-0Senate
  17. S Introduced and Referred to S07 - CorporationsSenate
  18. S Received for IntroductionSenate
  19. Bill Number AssignedLSO