Timothy P Hallinan

The lawmaker supports concurrence because he believes the amendment aligns with the original bill regarding voluntary assigned trust deposits and additional taxes for coal operators.

The lawmaker supports concurrence because the amendment aligns with the original bill's intent to allow voluntary deposits into a reclamation trust, making a conference committee unnecessary.

The lawmaker states that reducing taxes is beneficial for keeping coal companies strong and avoiding further hampering of their operations.

The lawmaker supports the amendment to cut funding because the program currently spends three dollars for every dollar recovered, adding to a deficit.

The lawmaker supports the amendment because allocating ten percent of the budget to these projects without prior committee debate is insufficient, and he believes each item should be discussed separately in future sessions.

The lawmaker argues that restrictive licensing requirements have caused burnout and discouraged new practitioners from entering Wyoming, so the bill should allow experienced out-of-state professionals to move here.

The lawmaker argues the bill is necessary to reduce an unfair tax burden on coal compared to competitors, which would provide cash flow and help stabilize the industry.