The lawmaker opposes the bill because it eliminates the possibility for individuals to run for office after having their rights restored, arguing that sex offender registries do not effectively reduce recidivism.
2026 session voting record
Chris Rothfuss
Democrat · Senator · District 9
The simple version
At a glance
Official roll-call totals for the 2026 session.
- Votes recorded
- 418
- Voted yes
- 326
- Voted no
- 89
- Absent or excused
- 3
Recent pattern
Did Chris Rothfuss usually vote with the Senate?
Feb 12, 2026 to Mar 11, 2026
- With the majority
- 236
- Against the majority
- 38
- Close Senate votes
- 21
Based on 274 recent Senate floor votes with a clear yes-or-no majority. This describes the vote, not whether it was good or bad.
In their own words
When Chris Rothfuss explained why
21 published reasons found for 2026.
The lawmaker explains the amendment adjusts EV taxes to be slightly higher than trucks by reducing decal fees, ensuring equity while capturing more revenue from out-of-state vehicles.
The lawmaker supports the bill because it is in good shape with minimal changes from the House, resulting in a slight budget reduction by eliminating an unnecessary appropriation for the recalibration committee.
The lawmaker supports the bill because they believe local law enforcement should not assist federal agents in seizing firearms, viewing the Second Amendment as a check against excessive federal power.
The lawmaker supports concurrence to clarify that government entities must verify an individual's identity before releasing their personal data records.
The lawmaker supports the bill because it clarifies that corner crossing is not a crime, aligns with court rulings and constituent desires for access to public lands.
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because it attempts to bypass standard appropriation procedures and improperly intercepts contingency funds, even though he supports the underlying project.
The lawmaker supports the amendment because it strengthens the community college system by requiring Gillette College to reach four mills and builds a vital center for student learning.
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because they believe it fundamentally changes the bill's intent, violating constitutional standards for legislative procedure.
The lawmaker supports the bill because an instructional silo ensures increased funding is used to hire teachers rather than being diverted elsewhere, which was essential for committee consensus.
The lawmaker supports the specific measure of keeping offenders away from daycares but notes it is not a solution for the underlying flaws in the state's sex offender registry system.
The lawmaker states their vote depends on whether the program is identical to a previous energy matching fund they supported, as they feel obligated to ensure constitutionality themselves.
The lawmaker supports the bill as a necessary protection for rights, arguing that laws are required because not everyone does the right thing on their own.
The lawmaker supports the amendment because they believe projects must be done right with full commitment rather than a mediocre approach, citing the project's potential to make Wyoming a destination for shooting sports.
The lawmaker explained that they mistakenly voted no on the bill because their microphone was off and they were confused about which legislation was currently being considered.
The lawmaker stated they voted no by mistake because they were thinking about a different bill and intended to vote yes on this one.
The lawmaker explained that they mistakenly voted no on a different bill while intending to vote yes on this one.
Legislative budget.
The lawmaker opposes the amendment for funding an insurance organization membership because they believe the appropriate process is to have the Legislative Service Office investigate and recommend such subscriptions through the Management Council rather than adding them directly to the budget bill.
The lawmaker explains that the bill updates statutes to include nasal and other alternative epinephrine delivery systems, not just auto-injectors, without changing existing policy.
The lawmaker explains that the bill provides necessary statutory clarity for converting between special purpose depository institutions and traditional state-chartered banks, avoiding the illogical requirement of closing one bank to open another.
The lawmaker explains that the bill contains cleanup amendments requested by the division of banking to conform statutes for special purpose depository institutions and establish a remediation fund.
Worth a look
Close votes where Chris Rothfuss was in the minority
These Senate votes were decided by two votes or fewer.
No close minority votes appear in the recent record.
Bill by bill
Recent votes
The latest 25 votes are available below.
Show the 25 latest votes
SF0101: Second amendment protection act amendments-3.
Did Not Override Veto 12-18-1-0-0
SF0119: Strategic investments and projects account-repeal-2.
Did Not Override Veto 20-10-1-0-0
SF0001: General government appropriations.
Line Item Veto Override 24-5-2-0-0
SF0001: General government appropriations.
Line Item Veto Override 28-1-2-0-0
SF0001: General government appropriations.
Line Item Veto Override 28-1-2-0-0
SF0001: General government appropriations.
Line Item Veto Override 29-0-2-0-0
SF0001: General government appropriations.
Line Item Veto Override 25-4-2-0-0
SF0001: General government appropriations.
Line Item Veto Override 29-0-2-0-0
SF0001: General government appropriations.
Line Item Veto Override 23-6-2-0-0
HB0078: Forest health grant program.
S Adopted HB0078JC001: 29-0-2-0-0
SF0123: Wyoming energy dominance fund.
S Concur:Passed 27-2-2-0-0
SF0106: Welfare Fraud Prevention Act Amendments.
S Concur:Passed 27-2-2-0-0
HB0069: Department of health-land transfers.
S Adopted HB0069JC001: 27-2-2-0-0
SF0069: Waste and storm water infrastructure study.
S Concur:Passed 28-1-2-0-0
SF0121: Wyoming Pharmacy Act amendments.
S Concur:Passed 28-3-0-0-0
SF0101: Second amendment protection act amendments-3.
S Concur:Passed 26-5-0-0-0
SF0099: Prescriptive easements for electricity delivery.
S Concur:Passed 28-3-0-0-0
SF0084: Voluntary water conservation program.
S Concur:Passed 31-0-0-0-0
HB0083: Legislative subpoena-penalty.
S 3rd Reading:S Bill Reconsideration Motion Failed by Roll Call 11-20-0-0-0
HB0178: Public unions-transparency and dues withdrawal limitations.
S 3rd Reading:Passed 21-10-0-0-0
HB0145: Removing triple taxation for resident EV drivers.
S 3rd Reading:Passed 18-13-0-0-0
HB0120: Energy product reclassification and sovereignty act.
S 3rd Reading:Passed 30-1-0-0-0
HB0092: Registered sex offenders prohibited from public office.
S 3rd Reading:Passed 18-13-0-0-0
HB0044: Revisor's bill.
S 3rd Reading:Passed 31-0-0-0-0
HB0102: Protecting kids from deepfakes and exploitative images.
S 3rd Reading:Passed 31-0-0-0-0
Vote totals come from official Wyoming roll calls. Published reasons link to the original floor video.