Wyoming2026Did Not Pass

SF0086

Wyoming Property Tax Relief Authority

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 2:25 AM

In one sentence

This act creates a new authority to help Wyoming homeowners with property tax payments through loans and bond issuance.

What it does

Creates the Wyoming Property Tax Relief Authority, which is an independent body that can make decisions and enter into contracts.
Establishes a board of five voting members appointed by the governor for four-year terms.
Allows the authority to create a property tax loan program to help homeowners pay their taxes.
Permits the issuance of bonds to fund the loan program, with interest paid from the revenue generated by the loans.
Requires that information about the loan program be included in property assessment schedules.

Who it affects

Wyoming homeowners who need assistance paying increased property taxes.
Financial institutions involved in administering the loan program.

Limits and unknowns

The bill did not pass and was introduced but failed on February 11, 2026.
Details about how much funding would be available for the program are not specified in the provided text.

Plain language

Terms to know

Authority: A new body created by law to manage a specific task or set of tasks.
Bonds: Financial instruments issued by an entity to raise money, promising to pay back the loan with interest over time.

Official record

Sources

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Public statements

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 5, 1:19 AM

Cale Case

R · S25

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker argues that the current property tax deferral program is underutilized because it requires individuals to ask government officials for forgiveness, which many find difficult. He supports this bill as a way to allow private banks to administer loans guaranteed by the state, enabling taxpayers to pay their taxes without having to disclose personal circumstances or beg county assessors.

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Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

1 roll call

Official activity

Bill history

2026-02-11S Failed Introduction 14-17-0-0-0Senate
2026-02-09S Received for IntroductionSenate
2026-02-08Bill Number AssignedLSO