Cynthia Lummis

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How a letter withheld $53M in mineral royalties from Wyoming

April 19, 2013

Moments like this underscore how easily Wyoming can lose money that flows from the federal government.

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Liz Cheney can win in Wyoming, but she has hurdles in her way

March 26, 2013

Liz Cheney definitely looks like a U.S. Senate candidate from Wyoming, but Mike Enzi may not be going anywhere, leaving her political future uncertain.

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Wyoming is no North Dakota — but then, what state is?

Commentary by WyoFile March 19, 2013 March 19, 2013

Rep. Cynthia Lummis’ comparison of private vs. federal drilling left out some important facts.

The Pitch

Enzi says “sequestration is going to happen”

February 18, 2013

Enzi says “sequestration is going to happen”
by Dustin Bleizeffer
— February 18, 2013
While on his public “listening” tour in Wyoming Monday, Sen. Mike Enzi (R-Wyoming) told …

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Is there a War on the West’s National Parks?

Commentary by Lisa McGee and Richard Garrett December 9, 2012 December 9, 2012

If Wyoming abandons the tourism-based segment of its’ economy, it risks the perpetuation of the boom-and-bust cycle that has plagued the state for generations.

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Wyoming went big for Romney, GOP increased dominance at home

November 9, 2012

Wyoming voters gave modest increases to the Republican Party in the state legislature while strongly supporting Mitt Romney.

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Earth’s climate is changing faster than Wyoming’s politics

November 5, 2012

It’s not “anti-industry” to understand the reality of climate change and to advocate for policies and investments that cut the carbon footprint of fossil fuels.

Columns/Blogs

Wyoming’s congressional delegates faced challengers in live debate

November 2, 2012

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Wyoming’s congressional delegates faced challengers in live debate
By Gregory Nickerson
Wyoming’s congressional incumbents held their own in a debate against challengers last …

The Pitch

Debates for U.S. House and U.S. Senate to be broadcast on Wyoming PBS

October 29, 2012

Debates for U.S. House and U.S. Senate to be broadcast on Wyoming PBS
Candidates hoping to represent Wyoming in the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. …

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Who is contributing to the candidates?

October 12, 2012

WyoFile takes a look at the top 100 donors funding the campaigns of Wyoming’s congressional representatives, as well as the top in-state donors to Barack …

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Feds can restrict flow of mineral revenue to Wyoming

September 25, 2012

Wyoming has long benefited from federal funds from the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Trust Fund, but Congress could be putting a end to the cash flow.

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Energy policy: Take it from Wyoming

September 5, 2012

In reality, the question we must wrestle with is how much environmental degradation are we willing to accept on our public lands and in the …

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Lawmakers float legislation to undo transportation offset on reclamation funding

July 17, 2012

Reps. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) and Nick Rahall (D-W.Va.) introduced legislation yesterday to repeal an offset to the transportation bill that President Obama recently signed into …

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BLM should beef up bonding/reclamation on idle oil and gas wells

Commentary by WyoFile June 26, 2012 June 26, 2012

Although it’s not uncommon for companies to temporarily idle wells while prices are low, many idle wells in the Powder River Basin are being abandoned.

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Go ahead and blame EPA, but don’t politicize the science

February 9, 2012

The notion that the best thing for our human health, environment and wildlife is more mining and drilling and less (or loosened) regulation somehow continues …

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Wyoming Delegation: Rep. Cynthia Lummis among Richest Members of Congress

December 13, 2011

An examination of public records reveals how Cynthia Lummis became one of the richest members of Congress, with a wealth of business holdings throughout Wyoming.

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Wyoming governor, industry won’t promise an ozone-free Pinedale

September 13, 2011

Earlier this year, the ozone level in Wyoming’s Upper Green River Basin spiked beyond Los Angeles’ worst smog day. But neither the governor nor the …

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Can technology turn drilling into sunshine?

August 25, 2011

When it comes to energy development, it’s crystal clear where Wyoming’s governor and its congressional delegation stand; Wyoming is open for business, and most any …

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Makin’ Bacon

by The Sage Grouse July 19, 2011 July 19, 2011

Makin’ Bacon
In the midst of historic mineral revenues and state reserve accounts, Governor Mead is celebrating a huge infusion of federal dollars for the Greater …

The Pitch

Industry decries regs as drilling nears all-time high

June 20, 2011

To be fair, the permitting process does take longer than it did 10-20 years ago. But companies have adjusted by planning for more lead-time, both …