McKay Erickson

The lawmaker opposes strict silos because they undermine trust in elected school boards and strengthen legal arguments that the funding model is not cost-based.

The lawmaker supports the bill because it facilitates easier certification for military spouses who move to the state, eliminating problematic delays in their ability to teach.

The lawmaker supports the amendment because it promotes parental and educational choice, citing their own experience with a popular work-study class that benefited students.

The lawmaker opposes the amendment because they believe the committee already vetted a conservative amount that is sustainable for the fund's earnings and corpus.

The lawmaker supports the amendment because he believes it provides an opportunity for both mountain bikers and horsemen to coexist while generating revenue from outdoor recreation.

The lawmaker supports the amendment because digital permitting adds transparency and has proven valuable in other cities.

The lawmaker supports the amendment based on a personal family experience with maternity deserts, emphasizing the need to prioritize safe childbirth access rather than dismissing funding as wasteful.

The lawmaker supports the bill citing a recent fire in Star Valley where non-Wyoming crews made questionable decisions. They believe having local Wyoming modules would prevent such detrimental outcomes and better protect district resources.