Wyoming2026Did Not Pass

SF0042

Amending County Zoning Authority

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 2:25 AM

In one sentence

The bill aims to change and clarify the zoning rules that counties can make for different uses of land, particularly regarding mineral extraction and production.

What it does

Changes county zoning laws to allow more control over where buildings, structures, and land use are allowed in unincorporated areas.
Specifies that counties cannot prevent necessary mining activities but can limit the extraction or production of common rocks like sand and gravel.
Requires that local land use plans must be included in zoning regulations if they want to enforce consistency with those plans.

Who it affects

County boards of commissioners
Mining companies and other businesses involved in mineral extraction

Limits and unknowns

The bill did not pass in its current session.
It does not specify how existing leases will be affected after July 1, 2026.

Plain language

Terms to know

Mineral resources: Natural materials found underground, like oil or coal, but not common rocks used for construction.
Unincorporated area: Land that is not part of a city or town and is managed by the county.

Official record

Sources

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Public statements

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 5, 1:34 AM

Gary Crum

R · S10

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill to initiate a broader discussion about land use values on state trust lands, arguing that community values cannot be measured solely by monetary terms.

Public statementFloor statement at 54:26 Watch the statement

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Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

1 roll call

Official activity

Bill history

2026-02-10S Failed Introduction 18-12-1-0-0Senate
2026-01-14S Received for IntroductionSenate
2026-01-13Bill Number AssignedLSO