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HB0131

Rules on Government Membership in Associations

Last scannedOct 14, 2026, 2:19 AM

In one sentence

This act prohibits government entities from using public funds for membership fees or related expenses with associations and requires reporting of participation.

It stops government entities from spending public funds to pay for membership fees or dues to associations made up primarily of other government groups.
It prevents the use of public funds to cover room, board, and travel costs when government members attend association activities.
It requires government entities to document their involvement with these associations and publish this information on their website at least once a month.
It changes existing laws to include documents related to government entity activity with associations as public records.

Government entities in Wyoming, including state agencies, counties, cities, schools, and special districts.
Associations or organizations that have government members or employees among their primary constituents.

The bill did not pass in the session it was introduced.
It does not specify how existing memberships paid for with public funds should be handled after the effective date.
There are no details on enforcement mechanisms or penalties for non-compliance.

Plain language

Public records: Any information created by a governmental entity in the course of its official duties which must be made available to the public unless there is a legal reason for it not to be.
Government member association: An organization primarily composed of government entities or their officers and employees that aims to influence legislative or administrative actions.

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Wyoming roll calls

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H Failed Introduction 27-34-1-0-02026-02-11 · House27 yes 34 no

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