Jerry A Obermueller

The lawmaker opposes the bill because it increases government spending without offsetting public school costs and undermines the responsibility of churches and families.

The lawmaker opposes the amendment because it shifts $167 million from local government services to taxpayers and reduces school funding by reducing the mill levy, representing a tradeoff between money in pockets and essential services.

The lawmaker votes no because the increased sales tax will benefit only homeowners while being paid by everyone, which they view as inconsistent with how general fund taxes should operate.

The lawmaker opposes the amendment because he believes the land should be part of a national park and that being an American citizen takes precedence over state interests.

The lawmaker explains that the bill tightens participation qualifications and sets a $5 million minimum balance to prevent capital losses caused by excessive transaction traffic. They also state the change is necessary to make fund administration more manageable for overworked investment staff.

The lawmaker supports the bill to help young people stay in Wyoming for their future careers rather than leaving because they cannot drive, which benefits the state's transportation business.