Policy

WyoFile delves into the deepest elements of Wyoming’s public policies, uncovering, exposing and explaining the often unseen forces that shape the state’s people, landscape, wildlife, economy and communities.

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Wyoming dreams of marrying its wind to rich California markets

February 19, 2013

Energy companies & government officials aim to connect the state’s robust wind energy industry to high demand markets throughout the Southwest.

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Cheyenne’s focus on feds fails to solve reservation’s jurisdiction woes

February 19, 2013

Wind River Indian Reservation police struggle to curb drunk driving on the reservation because of lawmakers’ desire to keep the fed. government out of Wyoming.

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VIDEO: Reporter Greg Nickerson appears on Wyoming PBS

February 12, 2013

Nickerson joined chairs of the Joint Appropriations Committee Sen. Eli Bebout and Rep. Steve Harshman and host Richard Ager to speak about the budget.

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Lawmakers cut back on wildlife, fire budgets

February 12, 2013

Wyo. lawmakers are setting aside less money for fires than Gov. Mead recommended while also killing proposals to increase funding for the Game and Fish …

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Gov and legislators clash on savings, agree on spending

February 5, 2013

The current version of the 2014 budget bill moves the state away from the short-term, liquid savings approach recommended by Gov. Mead.

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VIDEO: Tom Forslund and Ron Feemster discuss healthcare legislation

January 30, 2013

WyoFile reporter Ron Feemster discusses proposed healthcare legislation with Tom Forslund and Rep. Elaine Harvey on “Wyoming Capitol Outlook.” Video inside.

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When a fiscal conservative is too good to be true

January 29, 2013

Cheyenne loves Department of Health Director Tom Forslund’s data, but fights to escape his conclusions.

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Amid national gun reform, Wyoming takes contrarian stance

January 29, 2013

Amidst a national effort to curb firearm violence, Wyoming’s lawmakers have introduced measures aimed at protecting and expanding the right to bear arms.

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Featured Thumbnail image for Wyoming lags behind Western GOP states on Medicaid expansion

Wyoming lags behind Western GOP states on Medicaid expansion

January 22, 2013

As Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, and North Dakota governors embrace Medicaid expansion, Wyoming seeks its own way.

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$115 million pledged to make UW engineering top tier

January 22, 2013

A group of alumni from the University of Wyoming College of Engineering is working to boost their alma mater to a position of national prominence.

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Given one more bust, Wyoming may get it right

January 15, 2013

Wyoming’s revenue growth has slowed, and Senate Leader Phil Nicholas says if the state doesn’t do something to adjust expectations, there will be trouble.

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Medicaid Expansion: A difficult choice for skeptical legislators

January 8, 2013

Wyoming’s top health official says expanding Medicaid would save the state $50M, but some legislators say it’s a risky bet.

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Environment Thumbnail image for Wyoming ranch is first to house wild horses for tourism

Wyoming ranch is first to house wild horses for tourism

January 8, 2013

Jana and Rich Wilson hope to keep hundreds of wild horses that would otherwise crowd the open range of Wyoming.

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Featured Thumbnail image for Gas Tax or Toll? Wyoming’s roads will be paved with new taxation

Gas Tax or Toll? Wyoming’s roads will be paved with new taxation

January 1, 2013

Legislators are considering a gas tax hike proposal from the department to continue road maintenance across the state.

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Environment Thumbnail image for Feds sacrifice tomorrow’s water to mine uranium today

Feds sacrifice tomorrow’s water to mine uranium today

December 27, 2012

A battle over uranium mining at a remote 35,000-acre tract in Wyoming could shape decisions nationwide as mining surges in drought-stricken areas.

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It’s Your Legislature: Get Its Attention

December 18, 2012

Want the state legislature to hear you out? Here’s an overview of the surprising variety of ways you can make your voice heard.

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Featured Thumbnail image for Will social issues heat up Wyoming’s winter session?

Will social issues heat up Wyoming’s winter session?

December 18, 2012

Social issues such as gun rights, same-sex marriage and abortion will shake up the upcoming legislative session.

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Environment Thumbnail image for Grad student strives to bring buffalo back to Wyo. reservation

Grad student strives to bring buffalo back to Wyo. reservation

December 18, 2012

Jason Baldes wants to bring buffalo back to Wyoming’s Wind River Indian Reservation, but it won’t be an easy undertaking.

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It’s going to cost more to hunt & fish in Wyoming

December 11, 2012

Raising the price of hunting and fish licenses may cost Game & Fish some of its autonomy.

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Environment Thumbnail image for Gas flaring riles homeowners in Converse County

Gas flaring riles homeowners in Converse County

December 11, 2012

While many welcome the economic boon of energy development, some nearby residents are concerned about health and safety.

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