State Funded Capital Construction Act
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Bill Summary - 26LSO-0434 Bill No.: HB0111 Effective: 7/1/2026 LSO No.: 26LSO-0434 Enrolled Act No.: HEA No. 0024 Chapter No.: 85 Prime Sponsor: Joint Appropriations Committee Catch Title: State funded capital construction. Has Report: No Subject: State Funded Capital Construction. Summary/Major Elements: This act appropriates funds and provides authorization for state construction projects administered by the State Construction Department, including community college projects and projects for the Military, Agriculture, and Health Departments, in the following approximate amounts: $134.0 million in General Funds. $47.0 million in Federal Funds. $39.9 million in Other Funds. This act appropriates funds for Level I, Level II and master plan studies. This act authorizes retaining a qualified owner’s representative for the Veterans’ Home Wyoming remodel project. This act appropriates General Funds for state run veteran’s home facilities and creates requirements for Federal Funds received for the same project. This act appropriates funds for development and construction of the applied learning center at Gillette college, contingent upon specified conditions. This act appropriates $7.3 million in Special Revenue for state construction projects administered by the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources. This act appropriates $233.4 million in General Fund for major maintenance of state facilities. This act amends prior appropriations for the Wyoming State Penitentiary Capital Construction Account to authorize land acquisition for a future penitentiary. This act authorizes expenditures for the Wyoming State Shooting Complex, reduced in equal amounts to any authorization for the same purpose within the budget bill. Comments: This act is commonly known as the state capital construction, or “cap-con,” bill. 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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R · S01
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker explains that after contentious negotiations, a unanimous agreement was reached on the bill's provisions regarding various county and college building amendments. He encourages colleagues to vote for it based on this successful compromise.
R · H29
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker explains that the bill was negotiated to reduce funding for a Gillette project and includes a provision requiring Campbell County to increase its mill levy, which will eventually repay costs across the state.
R · S02
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment to direct attention to a six-year stalled project at the law enforcement academy, noting that previous efforts have failed and new property has been identified.
R · S04
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because it sets a dangerous precedent of overriding the building commission's prioritization process without an appropriation, which could lead to future demands for specific community projects.
D · S09
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because it attempts to bypass standard appropriation procedures and improperly intercepts contingency funds, even though he supports the underlying project.
R · S25
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because it short-circuits the legislative process and sets a problematic norm for handling large allocations, despite supporting law enforcement.
R · S27
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because the language mandates prioritizing any law enforcement project over all others without specifying which one, creating an unfair burden on future commissions.
R · S01
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because it sets a dangerous precedent by placing unspecified law enforcement projects at the top of the list, making them difficult to remove later.
R · S16
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because every community in the state utilizes and benefits from the law enforcement academy project.
R · S06
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because it includes significant funding for items that should be handled by the private sector rather than state spending.
R · H29
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker asks members to vote against the bill so they can discuss details regarding a new project for Gillette College and its funding sources.
R · S23
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because it allows Gillette College to access state programs once accredited and provides necessary space for training workers in emerging industries like nuclear fuel.
R · S28
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment to help Campbell County build a facility that will train workers for nuclear facilities and other industries across Wyoming.
D · S09
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because it strengthens the community college system by requiring Gillette College to reach four mills and builds a vital center for student learning.
R · S01
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because it provides funding for a new building at Gillette College, which is essential for training workers for upcoming nuclear and healthcare facilities in the community.
R · H42
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment as a safety measure because deteriorating concrete in local buildings poses risks that could eventually make them unsafe for students and the public.
R · H31
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The lawmaker opposes the amendment because he believes it is better for the college to raise private funds first rather than spending remaining state money and going into a negative balance.
R · H41
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment by arguing that there is sufficient excess budget money available to invest in community colleges without needing a specific slush fund.
R · H17
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because delaying construction increases costs significantly, as demonstrated by past projects where waiting doubled expenses.
R · H47
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because repairing buildings now is more valuable than waiting for a future remodeling that would require taking them down to the foundation again.
R · H07
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because community colleges are deteriorating, lack funds to fix them, and delaying repairs will triple future costs.
R · H56
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because voting against it sends a negative message that the state does not value investing in education and students, which discourages private sector investment.
D · H14
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker urges colleagues to vote yes because major maintenance is the top priority on the state building commission's list and these projects were previously approved.
R · H02
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker will vote no because they believe the bill's language regarding crossing onto government land is too broad and difficult to fix without an amendment.
R · H27
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker states they will likely vote yes on the bill as a compromise to bridge differing opinions between ranchers and outdoor enthusiasts in their district.
R · H59
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker warns sportsmen about the difficulty of identifying exact corners and suggests they must be prepared to defend their position, implying a cautious approach rather than a clear vote.
R · H37
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill as an important step to solve a problem where corner crossing is legal, while ensuring it restricts vehicles and prevents property damage.
R · H40
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker states the bill is still not good enough to vote for because it creates impractical scenarios where groups of people must cross property one by one.
R · H57
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it establishes necessary guardrails to prevent vehicles from crossing private land and provides clarity for law enforcement and recreationalists.
R · H49
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker remains concerned about conflicts over property corners but advises colleagues to vote their conscience on a complex issue.
R · H22
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker encourages support for the bill, arguing it is not complicated and clarifies that horses dragging feet on private property are prohibited while fencing remains unaffected.
R · H29
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker explains that the bill authorizes necessary maintenance and construction projects for state-owned facilities, including specific funding for a veterans home in Johnson County and ongoing building resiting at LCu using private donations.
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Adopted 2nd reading by Representative Washut
Adopted 2nd reading by Representative Sherwood
Adopted Committee of the Whole by Representative Bear
Adopted Committee of the Whole by Representative Bear
Failed Committee of the Whole by Representative Bratten
Corrected, Failed Committee of the Whole by Representative Sherwood
H Adopted, S Adopted Conference Committee
Adopted Standing Committee by House Appropriations Committee
Adopted 2nd reading by Senator Rothfuss
Adopted 2nd reading by Senator Driskill
Failed 3rd reading by Senator Boner
Adopted Committee of the Whole by Senator Salazar
Failed Committee of the Whole by Senator Boner
Adopted Committee of the Whole by Senator Gierau
Failed Committee of the Whole by Senator Driskill