Hughes foundation announces $15 million for Habitat homes
JACKSON (WNE) — The Hughes Charitable Foundation on Thursday announced plans to give $15 million to Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Teton Area for affordable housing in northern South Park. The family foundation’s matching-based “challenge grant” comes two days…
Three more property tax bills pass on third reading in House, Senate
By Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Beginning with dozens of property tax bills to consider a month ago, the Senate and House of Representatives passed a final three by a Thursday afternoon deadline. On…
Gun-free zones repeal passes the Senate, heads to governor
By Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — The Senate voted on third reading to repeal Wyoming’s gun-free zones, approving a version of legislation that, in its final form, remained very similar to what was introduced…
High hopes, or hype, for rare earth mining in Wyoming?
• Recent industry claims of large rare earth deposits boast of a potential new mining industry worth billions of dollars. By Dustin Bleizeffer, WyoFile.com There’s a lot of hope, and maybe some hype, for commercial-scale rare earth element mining…
Governor OKs changes to car registrations, insurance
By David Velazquez Casper Star-Tribune Via- Wyoming News Exchange CASPER — Gov. Mark Gordon signed 18 bills into law on Monday. Among them was one that will make changes to a process health insurance companies use to approve or deny…
Senate passes property tax exemption for seniors, other pieces of legislation still in play
By Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — Ten senators declared a conflict of interest and did not vote on a bill that would create a two-year property tax exemption for Wyoming homeowners of 25…
State budget deal reached, days away from governor’s desk
By Hannah Shields Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — With just four days left of the session, 10 Wyoming lawmakers on a second joint conference committee voted to pass a budget for the 2025-26 biennium late…
Look out for tax season scams and robocalls
By Kate Ready Jackson Hole Daily Via- Wyoming News Exchange JACKSON — Amid the typical tax season stress, residents are also tasked with remaining vigilant when it comes to cybercrime. Don’t respond to emails or text messages about your…
Wyoming lawmakers look to prevent red flag gun laws
By Joseph Beaudet The Sheridan Press Via- Wyoming News Exchange SHERIDAN — A bill to further enhance Second Amendment protections in Wyoming hit the House floor for consideration Friday. Senate File 109— the Prohibit Red Flag Gun Seizure Act…
Clock ticks on budget as House awaits Senate counteroffer
• Senate negotiators appointed for their conservatism have yet to respond to a House proposal made Thursday. Lawmakers are already out of time to respond to potential gubernatorial vetoes. By Maggie Mullen and Maya Shimizu Harris, WyoFile.com CHEYENNE—Five…