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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…

(Audio Coverage) – Lady Braves tip it up against Cheyenne East at State

The Lady Braves are back at the Wyoming 4A State Basketball Tournament and are set to face the Cheyenne East Thunderbirds  in the quarterfinal round. The game is scheduled to start at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday afternoon. Join Duke and…

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…

SVI Radio Interview: Rep. Scott Heiner, Legislative Update

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Property Tax Solutions? – From the Desk of Sen. Dan Dockstader

Bills are starting to go to the Governor’s desk for signature as the Legislature enters its final week. However, an agreement on property taxes remains in question as both the House and Senate have narrowed down proposals under consideration. Several…

Barrasso announces run for Republican Whip

In a short e-mail statement, Senator John Barrasso R-Wyo. announced his intention to run for the position of Republican Whip “I have had time to reflect on how I might best serve the Republican Conference and our country.After a lot…

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…

SVI Radio Interview: Dir. Brian Nesvik, Wyoming Game & Fish

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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…

Chemical, surgical abortion regulations pass on third reading in Senate

By Carrie Haderlie Wyoming Tribune Eagle Via- Wyoming News Exchange CHEYENNE — A bill regulating both surgical and chemical abortions in Wyoming has passed the Senate and House on three readings each. House Bill 148, “Regulation of surgical abortions,” passed…