Wyoming Bill Would Raise Alcohol Tax to Help Fund SchoolsWyoming Bill Would Raise Alcohol Tax to Help Fund SchoolsThe tax on liquor would go from about $0.94 to roughly $3.73 per gallon.Nick LearnedNick Learned
Wyoming Constitutional Amendment Would Restrict Courts on EducationWyoming Constitutional Amendment Would Restrict Courts on EducationIf adopted by the Legislature, the proposal would go on the next statewide general election ballot.Associated PressAssociated Press
Trio Of Gun Bills Win Initial Approval In Wyoming HouseTrio Of Gun Bills Win Initial Approval In Wyoming HouseAll three bills face two more readings in the state house before a final vote is taken.Doug RandallDoug Randall
Bang-for-Buck Debate as Wyoming Lawmakers Focus on EducationBang-for-Buck Debate as Wyoming Lawmakers Focus on EducationRepublican Senate President Eli Bebout, of Riverton, and Sen. Charlie Scott, of Casper, say the scores should be higher for the amount being spent.Associated PressAssociated Press
House Education Bill Testimony Set for Monday NightHouse Education Bill Testimony Set for Monday NightPeople can also submit public comment on the Legislature's website through Feb. 6.Associated PressAssociated Press
BREAKING: Gov. Mead Says Social Issue Bills Detract From Education LegislationBREAKING: Gov. Mead Says Social Issue Bills Detract From Education LegislationThe Legislature has its hands full with dealing with education, Gov. Matt Mead said.Tom MortonTom Morton
Wyoming House Votes For Two Education BillsWyoming House Votes For Two Education BillsNeither bill has won final house approval yet.Doug RandallDoug Randall
Wyoming Bill Proposes Cuts, Spending From Savings for EducationWyoming Bill Proposes Cuts, Spending From Savings for EducationLawmakers are faced with an estimated $400 million annual funding shortfall in K-12 schools, caused mainly by a downturn in the state's fossil fuel industry.Associated PressAssociated Press
Wyoming Senate Puts Student Data Privacy Bill On HoldWyoming Senate Puts Student Data Privacy Bill On HoldThe Wyoming Senate has postponed indefinitely the latest student data privacy bill to come before state lawmakers.Doug RandallDoug Randall
School District Consolidation Idea Not Politically ViableSchool District Consolidation Idea Not Politically ViableOpponents and even supporters say district consolidation is politically toxic because it erodes local control and would save relatively little money. Associated PressAssociated Press