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SJ0009

Keeping Wyoming's Public Lands Protected and Local

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 2:25 AM

In one sentence

This resolution asks Congress to recognize Wyoming's access to public lands, respect local expertise, and support existing frameworks for managing land use.

What it does

  • Requests that Congress respects Wyoming's freedom to use federal public lands responsibly.
  • Supports existing frameworks for managing land use in a way that balances resource development with conservation.
  • Encourages local communities to have a say in decisions about how public lands are managed.

Who it affects

  • People who live in Wyoming, especially those involved in agriculture, hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
  • Federal agencies that manage public lands.
  • Local communities and governments in Wyoming.

Limits and unknowns

  • This resolution is not a law but asks Congress to recognize Wyoming's rights and concerns.
  • It does not change how federal land management works, just requests changes or recognition from Congress.
  • The impact on specific communities depends on future decisions by Congress and federal agencies.

Plain language

Terms to know

Multiple-use frameworks
A system where land is used for different purposes like farming, mining, hunting, and protecting wildlife at the same time.
Local participation
The involvement of people who live in a community when decisions are made about that area.

Official record

Sources

Validated

Official summary

Bill Summary - 26LSO-0493 Bill No.: SJ0009 Effective: Immediately LSO No.: 26LSO-0493 Enrolled Act No.: SEJR No. 0004 Chapter No.: N/A Prime Sponsor: Barlow Catch Title: Keeping public lands protected and decisions local. Has Report: No Subject: Federal approach to public lands in Wyoming. Summary/Major Elements: This resolution requests Congress recognize Wyoming's access to public lands and respect the special expertise Wyoming has about land in Wyoming, even if the land is considered federal land. This resolution discusses Wyoming's history and tradition of hunting and outdoorsmanship. This resolution requests Congress and federal agencies respect existing land management frameworks and the ability of local communities to recognize the impact of land management on their communities. 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

Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 5, 1:05 AM

Eric Barlow

R · S23

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill because it requests Congress to allow responsible resource development and recreation while ensuring local communities have a voice in decisions affecting public lands.

Public statementFloor statement at 1:22:54 Watch the statement

If a lawmaker is not listed, we couldn't find a published reason.

Wyoming roll calls

Recorded votes

5 roll calls

H 3rd Reading:Passed 54-7-1-0-02026-03-05 · House54 yes 7 no
H06 - Travel:Recommend Do Pass 8-1-0-0-02026-02-26 · House8 yes 1 no
S 3rd Reading:Passed 27-4-0-0-02026-02-23 · Senate27 yes 4 no
S06 - Travel:Recommend Do Pass 5-0-0-0-02026-02-17 · Senate5 yes 0 no
S Introduced and Referred to S01 - Judiciary 25-6-0-0-02026-02-13 · Senate25 yes 6 no

Official activity

Bill history

  1. Governor Signed SEJR No. 0004Governor
  2. H Speaker Signed SEJR No. 0004House
  3. S President Signed SEJR No. 0004Senate
  4. Assigned Number SEJR No. 0004LSO
  5. H 3rd Reading:Passed 54-7-1-0-0House
  6. H 2nd Reading:PassedHouse
  7. H COW:PassedHouse
  8. H Placed on General FileHouse
  9. H06 - Travel:Recommend Do Pass 8-1-0-0-0House
  10. H Introduced and Referred to H06 - TravelHouse
  11. H Received for IntroductionHouse
  12. S 3rd Reading:Passed 27-4-0-0-0Senate
  13. S 2nd Reading:PassedSenate
  14. S COW:PassedSenate
  15. S Placed on General FileSenate
  16. S06 - Travel:Recommend Do Pass 5-0-0-0-0Senate
  17. :Refer to S06 - TravelSenate
  18. S Introduced and Referred to S01 - Judiciary 25-6-0-0-0Senate
  19. S Received for IntroductionSenate
  20. Bill Number AssignedLSO