Changes to Wyoming State Guard
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Bill Summary - 26LSO-0156 Bill No.: SF0067 Effective: 7/1/2026 LSO No.: 26LSO-0156 Enrolled Act No.: SEA No. 0028 Chapter No.: 47 Prime Sponsor: Laursen, D Catch Title: Wyoming state guard-amendments. Has Report: No Subject: Wyoming state guard amendments. Summary/Major Elements: This act removes the requirement that the Wyoming National Guard must be activated into the service of the United States before the Wyoming State Guard may be organized and removes federal involvement in the Wyoming State Guard. This act allows the Governor to establish and maintain the Wyoming State Guard as necessary to preserve the public peace, execute the laws of the state, suppress tumult, riot, mob or invasion, respond to emergencies within the state, support national wildland fire response or perform other duties as the Governor may require. This act authorizes the Governor to have authority over the Wyoming State Guard including its organization, strength, training, and equipment but requires the laws governing the Wyoming National Guard to be used as a model for the control and governance of the Wyoming State Guard. This act provides an appropriation of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) from the general fund to the office of the Governor for purposes of appointing and convening a Wyoming State Council of Defense and for establishing and equipping the Wyoming State Guard as the Governor deems necessary. 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
Last checked Aug 7, 12:43 AM
R · H44
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill's appropriation because $25,000 is insufficient to properly study equipment needs or organize a militia. They believe more collaboration with the executive office and military department is needed before appropriating funds.
D · H16
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the appropriation because they do not understand what specific catastrophe is being prepared for or why a new study is needed given the existing National Guard.
D · H14
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the appropriation because it opens the door to future obligations without clarity on how equipment needs will be met. They argue the amount is too low for equipping a state guard.
R · H31
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the appropriation because testimony provided was insufficient, lacking specifics on how funds would be spent or why that specific amount was chosen.
R · H50
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports voting for the bill to stand up for Wyoming and America, believing a state guard is needed now more than ever to back up the National Guard.
R · H17
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because they view it as necessary work to modernize an antiquated existing statute rather than creating a new militia or granting undue power.
R · H29
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because they believe it promotes necessary conversation about state protection, even though they feel the current text does not go far enough.
R · H25
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because they believe a state guard can assist local law enforcement during localized catastrophes and address national security concerns regarding tourists.
R · S19
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it provides a backup force if the National Guard is deployed and clarifies that the state guard operates independently of federal government references.
R · S06
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it provides a backup force if the National Guard is deployed and clarifies that the state guard operates independently of federal government references.
If a lawmaker is not listed, we couldn't find a published reason.
Wyoming roll calls
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Changes
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Withdrawn 3rd reading by Representative Filer
Failed 3rd reading by Representative Filer
Adopted Standing Committee by House Transportation, Highways and Military Affairs Committee
Adopted Committee of the Whole by Senator Laursen, D
Adopted Standing Committee by Senate Judiciary Committee