Wyoming Senate honors victims of recent helicopter crash during session
January 30, 2025 | Senate, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
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The Wyoming Legislature convened for its Senate Floor Session on January 30, 2025, with 31 senators present. The session commenced with a prayer led by Father Thomas Crumleton Jr. from Saint Mary's Cathedral, who offered condolences for victims of a recent helicopter crash in Washington, D.C., and sought divine guidance for the day's legislative work.
Following the prayer, the journal from the previous session was approved without objection. The session included a brief historical reflection on significant events in Wyoming's history, including the establishment of the Wyoming State Historical Society in 1953.
Senate President Bridal announced that the supplemental budget bill would be discussed in the Committee of the Whole on January 31, and reminded senators of the deadline for state financial disclosure forms.
The meeting progressed to reports from standing committees, with several bills recommended for passage. Notably, Senate Joint Resolution 7, celebrating the National Conference of State Legislatures' 50th anniversary, received a favorable report.
A rereferral was made for Senate File 0141, the United States Marine Corps Corporal Seth Rasmussen Memorial Highway, moving it to the Appropriations Committee due to its appropriation implications.
Senator Larson introduced guests from Park County, including Jake Hogan, CEO of Ford Cody, who were present to discuss the state shooting complex. Senator Crum welcomed bankers from across Wyoming, acknowledging their contributions to the state.
The session then moved to bills on second reading. Senate File 5, concerning school district vehicle flashing lights, and Senate File 65, addressing government entities, were both advanced without objection. Senate File 69, regarding homeowner property tax exemptions, was laid back for one day at the request of Senator Scott.
Several other bills, including Senate File 71 on ignition interlock licenses and Senate File 86 for an alternative teaching certificate, were also laid back for further consideration. Senate File 91, focused on the protection of petroglyphs and historic inscriptions, was similarly postponed to finalize amendments.
The session concluded with the reading of additional bills, including Senate File 96, the Wyoming Gold Act, and Senate File 106, which addresses motor vehicle dealer warranty rates, both advancing without objection.
Overall, the session was marked by procedural approvals, introductions, and the laying back of several bills for further discussion, reflecting the ongoing legislative process in Wyoming.
Following the prayer, the journal from the previous session was approved without objection. The session included a brief historical reflection on significant events in Wyoming's history, including the establishment of the Wyoming State Historical Society in 1953.
Senate President Bridal announced that the supplemental budget bill would be discussed in the Committee of the Whole on January 31, and reminded senators of the deadline for state financial disclosure forms.
The meeting progressed to reports from standing committees, with several bills recommended for passage. Notably, Senate Joint Resolution 7, celebrating the National Conference of State Legislatures' 50th anniversary, received a favorable report.
A rereferral was made for Senate File 0141, the United States Marine Corps Corporal Seth Rasmussen Memorial Highway, moving it to the Appropriations Committee due to its appropriation implications.
Senator Larson introduced guests from Park County, including Jake Hogan, CEO of Ford Cody, who were present to discuss the state shooting complex. Senator Crum welcomed bankers from across Wyoming, acknowledging their contributions to the state.
The session then moved to bills on second reading. Senate File 5, concerning school district vehicle flashing lights, and Senate File 65, addressing government entities, were both advanced without objection. Senate File 69, regarding homeowner property tax exemptions, was laid back for one day at the request of Senator Scott.
Several other bills, including Senate File 71 on ignition interlock licenses and Senate File 86 for an alternative teaching certificate, were also laid back for further consideration. Senate File 91, focused on the protection of petroglyphs and historic inscriptions, was similarly postponed to finalize amendments.
The session concluded with the reading of additional bills, including Senate File 96, the Wyoming Gold Act, and Senate File 106, which addresses motor vehicle dealer warranty rates, both advancing without objection.
Overall, the session was marked by procedural approvals, introductions, and the laying back of several bills for further discussion, reflecting the ongoing legislative process in Wyoming.
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