Mark Gordon

Prominent Wyoming authority figures, such as Governor Mark Gordon and Congresswoman Liz Cheney, as well as local agencies like the Petroleum Association of Wyoming, have issued statements condemning an order that, for the next 60 days, suspends approval of new oil and gas leases, along with key agency, regulatory, and development actions.

Fornstrom has served on the commission for the past seven years. She was first appointed to her position by former Governor Matt Mead in March 2013 and was reappointed by Governor Gordon in 2019.

The delegation expressed special concern for the most vulnerable people, and wearing masks can slow the spread from people who may be infected.

This year, Jennie Gordon is partnering with Natrona County Law Enforcement as part of the First Lady’s Wyoming Hunger Initiative. With this partnership, not only will these children receive presents – they will also each receive a food basket as well.

No further information was immediately available.

The Wyoming Governor's Office has put out a press release, stating that Governor Gordon has ordered Wyoming State Flags to be flown at Half Staff on Tuesday, November 24. This is to honor the late Clark A. Smith, who served in the Wyoming House of Representatives in 1965 and passed away on November 19.

Under the new orders, indoor and outdoor gatherings will be limited to 25 people or fewer without restrictions.

“This is an incredibly difficult position that business owners are in right now because it’s not just about making money. You’ve also got payroll; you’ve got people that are depending on that income; it’s a really difficult position to be in.”

According to a press release from the Governor's office, the Energy Rebound Program 'will utilize up to $15 million in CARES Act funding to provide business relief targeted towards drilled, but uncompleted oil and gas wells (DUCs), wells that were unable to be recompleted, and plugging and abandonment (P&A) projects which could not be finished due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.'

The announcement came minutes before Gordon is scheduled to address reporters at 4 p.m. Monday afternoon.