Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 4 (geographic):
One (1) commissioner shall be appointed from each of the following districts: (i) District 1. Counties of Laramie, Albany, Platte and Goshen; (ii) District 2. Counties of Carbon, Sweetwater, Uinta, Lincoln, Sublette and Teton; (iii) District 3. Counties of Niobrara, Converse, Natrona and Fremont; (iv) District 4. Counties of Hot Springs, Washakie, Big Horn and Park; and (v) District 5. Counties of Sheridan, Johnson, Campbell, Crook and Weston.
# Subgroup 4:
5
Subgroup 6 (other):
At large
# Subgroup 6:
2
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
10
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
6
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
9
Mandatory meeting requirements:
quarterly
Online public participation allowed?:
Yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
Yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The commission designates airports for funding, manages fund disbursement, and acts as the state authority for federal airport funds. It oversees airport maintenance through agreements with local entities and directs all airport construction and maintenance.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
WYDOT
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The board shall promulgate rules and regulations; approve or disapprove applications for licensure, censure, suspend or revoke licenses; initiate and conduct investigations concerning alleged violations and prescribe fees.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 13-1-604
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The board shall promulgate rules and regulations; approve or disapprove applications for licensure, censure, suspend or revoke licenses; initiate and conduct investigations concerning alleged violations and prescribe fees.
In line with state legislator compensation, paid per day worked
Compensation amount:
$150 daily (based on 2,024 rules)
Reimbursements:
Mileage & Per Diem
Reimbursement details:
Same as state reimbursements
Travel required:
Qualifications applied to all members
General Education qualifications:
General Expertise/Representation qualifications:
Financial institution directors/officers
General qualifications (other):
WY residents
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
member of public
# Subgroup 1:
2
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
Director/officer of state/national banks, director/officer public trust co.
# Subgroup 2:
5 former, 1 latter
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
Mandatory meeting requirements:
quarterly
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Yes
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Source:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
Yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
This board regulates professional licensure by establishing rules for education, conduct, and ethics, managing license applications, enforcing disciplinary actions for violations, setting fees, and maintaining public records of its regulatory activities.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Department of Audit
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
In full support and implementation of the WDOC vision, WY Brand Industries seeks to improve offender reentry preparations while providing quality services and products through: Developing workforce excellence (staff and offender), Staff and offender training and professional development, Personal accountability
Policies recommendations for correctional industries programs designed to: offer inmates meaningful employment, work experience, and training in vocations that are specifically designed to reduce recidivism and thereby enhance public safety by providing opportunities for legitimate means of livelihood upon the inmates' release from custody; provide industries which will reduce the tax burden of corrections and save taxpayers money through production of goods and services for sale and use; encourage the development of and provide for the selection of, contracting for, and supervision of work programs with participating private enterprise firms; provide advise regarding the use of available funds in correctional industries enterprises and meaningful work programs that will not result in the displacement of employed workers, be applied in skills, crafts or trades in which there is adequate gainful labor
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
In full support and implementation of the WDOC vision, WY Brand Industries seeks to improve offender reentry preparations while providing quality services and products through: Developing workforce excellence (staff and offender), Staff and offender training and professional development, Personal accountability
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 25-13-102
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Policies recommendations for correctional industries programs designed to: offer inmates meaningful employment, work experience, and training in vocations that are specifically designed to reduce recidivism and thereby enhance public safety by providing opportunities for legitimate means of livelihood upon the inmates' release from custody; provide industries which will reduce the tax burden of corrections and save taxpayers money through production of goods and services for sale and use; encourage the development of and provide for the selection of, contracting for, and supervision of work programs with participating private enterprise firms; provide advise regarding the use of available funds in correctional industries enterprises and meaningful work programs that will not result in the displacement of employed workers, be applied in skills, crafts or trades in which there is adequate gainful labor
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
9
Appointed member term length:
3y
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
# of vacancies (as of Nov 2024):
1
Next vacancy (year):
2,025
Member selection type:
Gov appt
Ex officio member details:
The director of the department of corrections and the director of the department of workforce services, or their designees, shall serve as ex officio nonvoting members of the board.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
representatives of organized labor, business, the criminal justice system and the educational community
# Subgroup 2:
7
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
Mandatory meeting requirements:
other
Online public participation allowed?:
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
No
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Source:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The advisory board is tasked with recommending policies for correctional industries that prioritize inmate rehabilitation through meaningful employment and vocational training, reduce taxpayer burden by producing goods and services, emulate private-sector work programs, encourage private enterprise partnerships, and ensure responsible fund allocation that avoids worker displacement and contract impairment. The board also conducts annual reviews and reports on the program's performance to the governor and legislative committee.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Dept of Corrections
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
It shall be the responsibility of the Committee to furnish standards for the construction of county roads to any board of county commissioners upon request, and to advise boards of county commissioners with respect to highway construction and improvements.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 24-2-110(f)
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
It shall be the responsibility of the Committee to furnish standards for the construction of county roads to any board of county commissioners upon request, and to advise boards of county commissioners with respect to highway construction and improvements.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(i) Three (3) members nominated by an association representing Wyoming county commissioners, one (1) of whom shall be a registered professional engineer; (ii) Two (2) members nominated by an association representing Wyoming consulting engineers and surveyors; (iii) One (1) member nominated by an association representing Wyoming highway construction contractors; and (iv) One (1) member nominated by an association representing Wyoming county engineers and road superintendents.
# Subgroup 2:
7
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
Mandatory meeting requirements:
annual
Online public participation allowed?:
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
No
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Source:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Wyoming County Roads Standards Committee is responsible for providing construction and maintenance standards for county roads to county commissioners upon request, offering advisory services on highway projects, and conducting meetings at least annually to fulfill these duties.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Does the board make regular recommendations to:
County Commissioners, boards of county commissioners
Budget and staff
FY25-26 board budget:
Associated agency:
Dept. of Transportation
Associated agency budget FY25-26:
$250,156,238.00
Source:
Contact, meeting and res. links, by laws
Court Security Commission
The commission shall establish standards to protect life, property and judicial process in the Wyoming court system and recommend proper levels of court security to each county.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 5-11-101
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The commission shall establish standards to protect life, property and judicial process in the Wyoming court system and recommend proper levels of court security to each county.
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
10
Appointed member term length:
3y
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
# of vacancies (as of Nov 2024):
Next vacancy (year):
Member selection type:
DHS or designee default, 1 by chief justice, 2 by Board of Judicial Policy & Admin, 4 by governor, 1 by Speaker of House, 1 by Pres of Senate
Ex officio member details:
There are 2 listed in the annual report, but the statute does not indicate any ex-officio members. Listed on the annual report are a State Court Administrator and a Court Security Officer of the WY Supreme Court
Lesislators receive daily pay, other appointed members do not
Compensation amount:
Regular legislative salary
Reimbursements:
Mileage & Per Diem
Reimbursement details:
Same as state reimbursements
Travel required:
Qualifications applied to all members
General Education qualifications:
General Expertise/Representation qualifications:
General qualifications (other):
WY residents
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
Director of Homeland Security
# Subgroup 1:
1
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(1) justice of the Wyoming supreme court; (1) district court judge; (1) circuit court judge; (1) senate member; (1) house member. The governor shall appoint (1) county commissioner; (1) county sheriff; (1) representative of Peace Officer's Standards and Training Commission; and (1) district attorney or county attorney.
# Subgroup 2:
9
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
1
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
Mandatory meeting requirements:
biannually
Online public participation allowed?:
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
No
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Source:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The commission is tasked with establishing security standards for Wyoming courts, including facility requirements, officer training, security protocols, and local committee formation, tailored to each county's specific needs. They conduct court security program inspections, recommend fund distribution, and provide annual status reports to key state officials, with administrative support from the supreme court.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
WY Supreme Court & Dept Homeland Security
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Consider appeals from final administrative decisions of the Dept of Revenue as well as from decisions of county boards of equalization and has the responsibility to equalize the assessment of all taxable property.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 39-11-102.1 and Wyo Const Art. 15 Sec 9
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Consider appeals from final administrative decisions of the Dept of Revenue as well as from decisions of county boards of equalization and has the responsibility to equalize the assessment of all taxable property.
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Board primarily functions to resolve disputes between taxpayers and the Department of Revenue, and to review appeals from county boards of equalization, issuing written decisions under the Wyoming Administrative Procedures Act. Additionally, the Board ensures property valuation uniformity across Wyoming counties by annually reviewing and statistically evaluating county assessors' valuation abstracts.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Its mission is to provide program support, guidance, advocacy, feedback and act as a liaison to the department, functions which are guided by the department’s own mission statement.
The council was established to provide public input into department initiatives. T
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Its mission is to provide program support, guidance, advocacy, feedback and act as a liaison to the department, functions which are guided by the department’s own mission statement.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 9-2-2106
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The council was established to provide public input into department initiatives. T
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
16
Appointed member term length:
3y
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
Appointed legislators will only serve for the term for which they were selected
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
(1) member of the Senate appointed by the President of the Senate; (1) member of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House;
# Subgroup 1:
2
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
not more than (14) members that represent the interests of the public and the Department
# Subgroup 2:
14
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
Mandatory meeting requirements:
other
Online public participation allowed?:
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
No
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Source:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
Its mission is to provide program support, guidance, advocacy, feedback and act as a liaison to the department, functions which are guided by the department’s own mission statement.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Dept Family Services
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The Commission has a constitutional responsibility to review and investigate complaints of judicial misconduct brought to its attention against any Wyoming judicial officer. The Commission may impose private discipline or may make a recommendation for public discipline to the Wyoming Supreme Court.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 5-1-103, WY Const. Artl. 5.S6
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The Commission has a constitutional responsibility to review and investigate complaints of judicial misconduct brought to its attention against any Wyoming judicial officer. The Commission may impose private discipline or may make a recommendation for public discipline to the Wyoming Supreme Court.
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
12
Appointed member term length:
3y
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
2 consecutive terms
# of vacancies (as of Nov 2024):
Next vacancy (year):
2,025
Member selection type:
Gov Appt w/Senate confirmation. Senate confirmation required for public members only
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(3) active Wyoming judges who are not members of the Supreme Court, elected by full-time, active Wyoming judges; (3) members of the Wyoming State Bar, appointed by its governing body;
# Subgroup 2:
6
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
electors of the state who are not active or retired judges or attorneys, appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate
# Subgroup 3:
6
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
Mandatory meeting requirements:
other
Online public participation allowed?:
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Commission possesses extensive authority to manage its operations and disciplinary processes, including adopting procedural rules, establishing internal policies, and recommending sanctions to the Wyoming Supreme Court. It can implement various disciplinary measures, appoint special masters, and approve settlements. Additionally, the Commission is tasked with referring legal violations, managing its budget, maintaining records, and informing the public, all while providing annual reports and fulfilling supervisory duties as directed by the Wyoming Supreme Court
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Provides the method for selection and election of the justices of the Wyoming Supreme Court, district court judges and county court judges.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
Wyo. Const. Art. 5 Sec. 4 & WS 5-1-102
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Provides the method for selection and election of the justices of the Wyoming Supreme Court, district court judges and county court judges.
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
7
Appointed member term length:
4y
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
1 term
# of vacancies (as of Nov 2024):
Next vacancy (year):
2,025
Member selection type:
Gov appt
Ex officio member details:
In the case of courts having less than statewide authority, each judicial district not otherwise represented by a member on the commission, and each county, should the provisions hereof be extended by law to courts of lesser jurisdiction than district courts, shall be represented by two nonvoting advisors to the commission when an appointment to a court in such unrepresented district, or county, is pending; both of such advisors shall be residents of the district, or county, and one shall be a member of the bar appointed by the governing body of the Wyoming state bar and one shall be a nonattorney advisor appointed by the governor.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
chief justice, or a justice of the supreme court designated by the chief justice to act for him,
# Subgroup 1:
1
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
(3) electors not admitted to practice law shall be appointed by the governor; (3) resident members of the bar engaged in active practice shall be elected by the Wyoming State Bar
# Subgroup 3:
6
Subgroup 4 (geographic):
No more than (2) members of the same judicial district may serve on the Commission
# Subgroup 4:
2
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
Mandatory meeting requirements:
Online public participation allowed?:
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Juvenile Justice (Interstate Compact for Juveniles)
To provide vision, training, and support for a model juvenile justice system in Wyoming.
Advise and assist in the establishment of priorities and needed improvements with respect to juvenile justice delinquency prevention and juvenile services in order to coordinate the efficient and effective development and enhancement of state local and regional juvenile justice programs.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
To provide vision, training, and support for a model juvenile justice system in Wyoming.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 14-10-101 & WS 14-6-102 Article IX
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Advise and assist in the establishment of priorities and needed improvements with respect to juvenile justice delinquency prevention and juvenile services in order to coordinate the efficient and effective development and enhancement of state local and regional juvenile justice programs.
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
33
Appointed member term length:
3Y
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
# of vacancies (as of Nov 2024):
1
Next vacancy (year):
2,025
Member selection type:
Gov appt
Ex officio member details:
Ex-officio members are appointed by the governor who are members by virtue of their office. They are non-voting members. (2) members from the executive branch appointed by the governor, one (1) of whom shall be designated as the commissioner.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
(1) member of the legislature appointed on an alternating basis by the president of the senate and the speaker of the house; the board of judicial policy and administration shall appoint one (1) member; one (1) representative of the victim services division of the attorney general's office; and two (2) members from the executive branch appointed by the governor, one (1) of whom shall be designated as the commissioner.
# Subgroup 1:
5
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
At least one - fifth members shall represent youth (under 24 yrs of age
# Subgroup 3:
7
Subgroup 4 (geographic):
The governor shall appoint members representing each judicial district. It shall be made up of members having training experience or special knowledge concerning preventing and treatment of juvenile delinquency or the administration of juvenile justice.
# Subgroup 4:
11
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
5
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
5
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
5
Mandatory meeting requirements:
quarterly
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Wyoming State Advisory Council on Juvenile Justice (SACJJ) advises state leadership on juvenile justice, submitting annual improvement recommendations and reviewing grant applications. It coordinates program development, monitors project progress, and assists communities with data collection. Additionally, the SACJJ facilitates the creation of community juvenile services boards and recommends equitable funding, thereby playing a central role in shaping and enhancing Wyoming's juvenile justice system.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Dept Family Services
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
To promulgate rules and regulations establishing injury treatment parameters; to establish criteria for certification of temporary total disability; to advise the division, upon request, on the usefulness of medical cost containment measures; and to serve as members of hearing panels in medically contested workers' compensation cases.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 27-14-616
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
To promulgate rules and regulations establishing injury treatment parameters; to establish criteria for certification of temporary total disability; to advise the division, upon request, on the usefulness of medical cost containment measures; and to serve as members of hearing panels in medically contested workers' compensation cases.
no amounts listed, but commission members are compensated for hours worked.
Compensation amount:
Reimbursements:
Mileage & Per Diem
Reimbursement details:
Same as state reimbursements
Travel required:
Qualifications applied to all members
General Education qualifications:
General Expertise/Representation qualifications:
health care providers
General qualifications (other):
WY residents
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
health care providers as primary commission members
# Subgroup 2:
11
Subgroup 6 (other):
The governor may appoint no more than (11) additional health care providers as associate members of the commission whose function is limited to serving as members of individual medical hearing panels
# Subgroup 6:
11
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
Mandatory meeting requirements:
Online public participation allowed?:
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
No
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Source:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The advisory board supports the council in developing and operating the Wyoming Main Street Program, conducting annual program reviews, and reporting findings and legislative recommendations to the governor. Furthermore, it provides a comprehensive annual evaluation of the program to the joint minerals, business, and economic development interim committee by September 1st, including detailed findings and legislative suggestions.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The Board is dedicated to providing healthcare programs and financial assistance to disabled or incapacitated miners in Wyoming experiencing health problems with emphasis on; pulmonary/respiratory, hearing loss, cardiac and musculoskeletal conditions due to labor in the mining industry. The Board will act as a good steward to the funds designated for the health and well-being of Wyoming Miners.
The Board shall serve disabled or incapacitated miners in this state with emphasis on pulmonary/respiratory, hearing loss, cardiac and musculoskeletal conditions of miners due to labor in the mining industry. This Board will develop a plan to meet miner’s health care needs in Wyoming, and promulgate rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this act.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The Board is dedicated to providing healthcare programs and financial assistance to disabled or incapacitated miners in Wyoming experiencing health problems with emphasis on; pulmonary/respiratory, hearing loss, cardiac and musculoskeletal conditions due to labor in the mining industry. The Board will act as a good steward to the funds designated for the health and well-being of Wyoming Miners.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 30-6-101
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The Board shall serve disabled or incapacitated miners in this state with emphasis on pulmonary/respiratory, hearing loss, cardiac and musculoskeletal conditions of miners due to labor in the mining industry. This Board will develop a plan to meet miner’s health care needs in Wyoming, and promulgate rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this act.
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
9
Appointed member term length:
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
2 consecutive terms
# of vacancies (as of Nov 2024):
Next vacancy (year):
2,025
Member selection type:
Gov appt with exception to 1 position elected by majority vote of county commissioners
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Miners' Hospital Board addresses Wyoming miners' healthcare needs by developing and implementing plans based on medical and financial assessments, establishing eligibility rules, and contracting with service providers. It recommends biennial expenditures, subject to legislative approval, and provides annual reports to state officials.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The commission works in conjunction with Department of Workforce Services to develop a comprehensive program for the prevention, control and abatement of unsafe and unhealthy working conditions; prescribes rules of practice and procedure; promulgates, formulates, adopts, amends, and repeals rules and regulations, and issues variances to rules and regulations.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 27-11-104
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The commission works in conjunction with Department of Workforce Services to develop a comprehensive program for the prevention, control and abatement of unsafe and unhealthy working conditions; prescribes rules of practice and procedure; promulgates, formulates, adopts, amends, and repeals rules and regulations, and issues variances to rules and regulations.
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The Commission establishes and enforces workplace safety standards in Wyoming through rule-making, inspections, penalties, accident investigations, and employee training.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Worker's comp & OSHA
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The mission of the Board is to conduct prompt, fair, impartial hearings on the matters brought before it and take appropriate action. Consideration will be given to public safety, victims, and the rehabilitation and control of the offender.
Reviews applications, grants, denies, or revokes paroles, recommends commutation of sentences to the governor and has the authority to restore or revoke good time.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The mission of the Board is to conduct prompt, fair, impartial hearings on the matters brought before it and take appropriate action. Consideration will be given to public safety, victims, and the rehabilitation and control of the offender.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 7-13-401
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Reviews applications, grants, denies, or revokes paroles, recommends commutation of sentences to the governor and has the authority to restore or revoke good time.
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The board has authority to grant parole, set conditions for parole, and revoke parole if conditions are violated. The Board conducts hearings to determine parole eligibility, considers various factors such as the inmate's criminal history, institutional behavior, and community reintegration plans, and makes decisions based on the safety of the public and the potential for successful rehabilitation. They also have the power to subpoena witnesses and documents, and generally take any actions necessary to effectively manage the parole system within the state.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Establishes and administers guidelines in the certification and decertification process of Wyoming peace officers, detention officers, and dispatchers.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 9-1-702
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Establishes and administers guidelines in the certification and decertification process of Wyoming peace officers, detention officers, and dispatchers.
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The commission is responsible for establishing minimum training standards for law enforcement personnel, approving training academies and curricula, and certifying qualified individuals as peace officers. The POST Commission also has the authority to investigate allegations of misconduct and to suspend or revoke certifications for cause. They can make rules and regulations necessary to carry out their mandate of ensuring professional and competent law enforcement throughout the state, contributing to public safety and trust in the law enforcement system.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Attorney General
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The Wyoming State Rehabilitation Council’s mission is to review, analyze, and advise the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation in the delivery of effective rehabilitation services which lead to employment and the independence of Wyoming’s citizens with disabilities.
Works with employers to create an equal employment climate for job seekers who have disabilities.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The Wyoming State Rehabilitation Council’s mission is to review, analyze, and advise the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation in the delivery of effective rehabilitation services which lead to employment and the independence of Wyoming’s citizens with disabilities.
Establishing law citation/number:
Rehabilitation Act of 1,973, P.L. 114-18 Sec 105
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Works with employers to create an equal employment climate for job seekers who have disabilities.
compensated for each day the council member is performing council duties, if not receiving income or must forfeit income
Compensation amount:
Reimbursements:
any reasonable expenses accrued while attending to council business
Reimbursement details:
including child care and assistance cost
Travel required:
Qualifications applied to all members
General Education qualifications:
General Expertise/Representation qualifications:
General qualifications (other):
WY residents
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
representative of the Independent Living Council, representative of the state educational agency responsible for the public education of students with disabilities, (1) representative of the state workforce development board, the Director of DVR shall be an ex-officio (non-voting) member
# Subgroup 1:
4
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
Vocational Rehabilitation counselor(s) with knowledge of and experience with vocational rehabilitation programs who shall serve as ex-officio (non-voting) member(s) if employed by DVR; (1) representative of community rehabilitation program service providers; (4) representatives of business, industry and labor; representatives of disability advocacy groups; current or former applicants for, or recipients of, vocational rehabilitation services; representative of the directors of the Native American VR projects
# Subgroup 2:
6
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
10
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
10
Mandatory meeting requirements:
quarterly
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The council is responsible for developing the State Plan for vocational rehabilitation, reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness of services provided, and advising the state's designated vocational rehabilitation agency on policies and procedures. Councils also have the power to conduct public forums, solicit input from stakeholders, and make recommendations to the state agency regarding service delivery and improvement.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Dept Workforce Services
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Independent Living Council
Does the board make regular recommendations to:
Dept Workforce Services, Independent Living Council
$50 for elector members. $150/day based on 2,024 legislator pay for all other members
Reimbursements:
Mileage & Per Diem
Reimbursement details:
Same as state reimbursements
Travel required:
Qualifications applied to all members
General Education qualifications:
General Expertise/Representation qualifications:
General qualifications (other):
WY residents
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
4 lesilators as liaison
# Subgroup 1:
4
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
Expertise in investment or finance, 2 members of the public school system, community colleges, and University of WY
# Subgroup 2:
4
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
(1) retired recipient of the retirement system; Two (2) members, exclusive of the public school system, the community colleges and the University of Wyoming, one (1) of which is a participant in the Wyoming deferred compensation program established under W.S. 9 3 501 through 9 3 508, (5) qualified electors from Wyoming who are known for their public spirit and business or professional ability, none of whom are members
# Subgroup 3:
8
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
1
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
1
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
1
Mandatory meeting requirements:
quarterly
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
No
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Source:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
no
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The board will establish and oversee investment policies, manage the retirement fund's assets, and determine eligibility for retirement benefits. The Board also sets contribution rates, calculates and distributes benefits to retirees, and ensures the long-term financial stability of the system. Furthermore, they have the authority to interpret and enforce the retirement statutes, make rules and regulations governing the system's operation, and conduct audits and actuarial valuations.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
WY Retirement System
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The state building commission shall promulgate rules under which the general services division has charge and control of the capitol building with respect to its occupancy repair and maintenance and shall collect all rents arising from the occupancy of the capitol building. All rents collected under this section shall be paid into the general fund. The commission shall oversee the development, creation and modification of a ,aster plan for maintenance, preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, construction and enhancement within the capitol complex.
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Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 9-5-101
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The state building commission shall promulgate rules under which the general services division has charge and control of the capitol building with respect to its occupancy repair and maintenance and shall collect all rents arising from the occupancy of the capitol building. All rents collected under this section shall be paid into the general fund. The commission shall oversee the development, creation and modification of a ,aster plan for maintenance, preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, construction and enhancement within the capitol complex.
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
5
Appointed member term length:
indefinite
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
# of vacancies (as of Nov 2024):
Next vacancy (year):
Member selection type:
Governor, Secretary of State, State Auditor, State Treasurer, Superintendant of Public Instruction are members by default
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The commission is reponsible for approving building projects, establishing standards for construction, awarding contracts, and ensuring compliance with state regulations.They serve as the central authority for managing state-owned building infrastructure, with the goal of ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and safe development and maintenance of state facilities
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The Wyoming Tourism Board is the leading proponent of the state’s tourism/hospitality industry. We provide governance and
policy oversight for the Wyoming Office of Tourism.
The board shall serve as the leading proponent of Wyoming's tourism and hospitality industry and shall provide governance and oversight for the division of travel and tourism.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The Wyoming Tourism Board is the leading proponent of the state’s tourism/hospitality industry. We provide governance and
policy oversight for the Wyoming Office of Tourism.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 9-12-1001
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The board shall serve as the leading proponent of Wyoming's tourism and hospitality industry and shall provide governance and oversight for the division of travel and tourism.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
at-large
# Subgroup 3:
3
Subgroup 4 (geographic):
(i) One (1) member shall be from tourism appointment
district 1, consisting of Albany, Carbon and Laramie counties;
(ii) One (1) member shall be from tourism appointment
district 2, consisting of Converse, Goshen, Natrona, Niobrara
and Platte counties;
(iii) One (1) member shall be from tourism
appointment district 3, consisting of Campbell, Crook, Johnson,
Sheridan and Weston counties;
(iv) One (1) member shall be from tourism appointment
district 4, consisting of Lincoln, Sweetwater and Uinta
counties;
(v) One (1) member shall be from tourism appointment
district 5, consisting of Big Horn, Hot Springs, Park and
Washakie counties;
(vi) One (1) member shall be from tourism appointment
district 6, consisting of Fremont, Sublette and Teton counties
# Subgroup 4:
6
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
4
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
4
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
4
Mandatory meeting requirements:
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The board will promote and develop tourism within the state. This includes strategic planning, marketing, and advertising initiatives designed to attract visitors, manage cooperative marketing programs, and collaborate with local and regional tourism entities. The board also oversees the distribution of tourism-related grants and funds, and works to enhance the overall visitor experience in Wyoming
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Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 4 (geographic):
(i) District No. 1 composed of the counties of
Laramie, Goshen and Platte;
(ii) District No. 2 composed of the counties of
Albany, Carbon and Sweetwater;
(iii) District No. 3 composed of the counties of
Lincoln, Teton, Sublette and Uinta;
(iv) District No. 4 composed of the counties of
Campbell, Johnson and Sheridan;
(v) District No. 5 composed of the counties of Big
Horn, Hot Springs, Park and Washakie;
(vi) District No. 6 composed of the counties of
Crook, Niobrara and Weston;
(vii) District No. 7 composed of the counties of
Converse, Fremont and Natrona.
# Subgroup 4:
7
Subgroup 5 (political party):
Not more than 75% of the commission shall represent the same political party
# Subgroup 5:
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
12
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
12
Mandatory meeting requirements:
monthly
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Yes
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Public input must be scheduled by appointment 307.777.4007, attendance is allowed but limited to commissioner business only
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The commission is responsible for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining state highways, as well as managing transportation funding and coordinating with federal and local entities. The commission establishes transportation policies, enters into contracts, and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, ultimately overseeing the development and operation of a safe and efficient transportation network for Wyoming.
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Dept Transportation
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Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The commission is responsible for determining eligibility for benefits, collecting unemployment taxes from employers, and managing the state's unemployment trust fund. The commission also establishes rules and regulations to administer the program, conducts hearings and appeals related to benefit claims and employer tax liabilities, and collaborates with state and federal agencies to ensure compliance with unemployment insurance laws
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Dept Workforce Services
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Promotes uniformity in state law on all subjects where uniformity is desirable and practical. To accomplish this, the commissioners participate in drafting acts on various subjects and endeavor to secure enactment of the approved acts in the various states. The national body is composed of all states and Puerto Rico
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 9-2-701
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Promotes uniformity in state law on all subjects where uniformity is desirable and practical. To accomplish this, the commissioners participate in drafting acts on various subjects and endeavor to secure enactment of the approved acts in the various states. The national body is composed of all states and Puerto Rico
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
volunteer firefighters who have a minimum of five (5) years service as a volunteer firefighter in the state. (1) member shall be a volunteer EMT who has a minimum of five (5) years service as a volunteer EMT in the state. (1) member shall be a volunteer search & rescue person who has a minimum of five (5) years of service as a volunteer search and rescue person in the state
# Subgroup 2:
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
8
# Subgroup 3:
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
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# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
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Online public participation allowed?:
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Duties, areas of responsibility, powers, reporting
Can the board pass regulations/rules?:
yes
What does the constitution or statute explicitly give the board control over broadly?:
The board will manage and administer the pension system for Wyoming's volunteer emergency responders. This encompasses the power to establish and enforce rules for fund contributions, investment strategies, and benefit distribution, ensuring the financial stability and integrity of the pension account. They are empowered to determine eligibility, authorize benefit payments, and maintain comprehensive financial records
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
Wyoming Retirement System
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