Develop, implement and enforce standards for licensure for acupuncturists; approve or disapprove applications for licensure and issue licenses, renewals and reinstatements; conduct investigations, hearings and proceedings concerning alleged violations.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-49-103
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Develop, implement and enforce standards for licensure for acupuncturists; approve or disapprove applications for licensure and issue licenses, renewals and reinstatements; conduct investigations, hearings and proceedings concerning alleged violations.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
Public
# Subgroup 1:
1
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
NCCAOM Certified, Licenced health care
# Subgroup 2:
1 each
Subgroup 6 (other):
Acupuncturists 5years
# Subgroup 6:
2
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
5
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
3
Mandatory meeting requirements:
annual
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 sets licensing standards, including continuing education, professional conduct, and ethics. They manage licensure applications, establish tiered licensing for auricular acupuncture, and handle disciplinary actions. The board also conducts investigations, maintains records, sets fees, and promulgates rules to ensure compliance.
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The State Board of Athletic Training is legislatively mandated to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide these athletic training services in this state are appropriately qualified.
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:
The State Board of Athletic Training is legislatively mandated to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide these athletic training services in this state are appropriately qualified.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-45-103
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
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 is authorized to establish rules for licensure, including continuing education, professional conduct, and ethical standards; approve or deny license applications; discipline licensees through censure, suspension, or revocation; conduct investigations and hearings on alleged violations; set fees; and maintain records, including an annual report of its activities.
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List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide chiropractic services in the state are duly qualified.
To examine applicants for licensure renew licenses annually investigate complaints and unethical behavior.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide chiropractic services in the state are duly qualified.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-10-102
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
To examine applicants for licensure renew licenses annually investigate complaints and unethical behavior.
The members of the board shall receive as salary the sum paid each day to legislators, or an equivalent hourly wage
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:
General qualifications (other):
WY residents
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
At Large
# Subgroup 1:
1
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
practicing chiropractors of integrity and ability, who shall be residents of the state of Wyoming, who shall have practiced chiropractic continuously in the state of Wyoming for a period of at least three (3) years and who shall have a diploma from an accredited chiropractic school or college.
# Subgroup 2:
4
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
3
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
2
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
3
Mandatory meeting requirements:
annual
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 examines applicants for licensure renew licenses annually, investigates complaints and unethical behavior. Authorized to make exceptions on education requirements
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):
To promulgate standards dealing with the investigation of coroners’ cases and educational and training requirements for basic and continuing education in cooperation with the Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 7-4-211
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
To promulgate standards dealing with the investigation of coroners’ cases and educational and training requirements for basic and continuing education in cooperation with the Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission.
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 is responsible for establishing standards for coroner case investigations, setting and annually reviewing educational and training requirements, collaborating with the peace officer standards and training commission, promulgating employment standards for deputy coroners including background checks, creating complaint review processes for non-compliance, and providing educational programs to support coroner and deputy coroner training.
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List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Does the board make regular recommendations to:
District Attorney, county commissioner, attorney general
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide dental services in the state are duly qualified.
Examine applicants for licensure as dentists and dental hygienists, collect fees and discipline licensees as necessary.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide dental services in the state are duly qualified.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-15-101
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Examine applicants for licensure as dentists and dental hygienists, collect fees and discipline licensees as necessary.
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
6
Appointed member term length:
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
No member shall succeed himself in office for more than two successive terms.
# of vacancies (as of Nov 2024):
Next vacancy (year):
2,025
Member selection type:
Appointments shall be made from a list of recommended names submitted by the Wyoming Dental Association from a list of not less than ten candidates, and the Wyoming Dental Hygiene Association must submit a list of not less than three candidates.
Board members shall receive as salary the sum paid each day to legislators, or an equivalent hourly wage
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:
General qualifications (other):
WY residents
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
1 dental hygienist, 5 eligible to practice in WY and actively practicing dentistry for 5 continuous years in WY
# Subgroup 2:
6
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
2
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
2
Mandatory meeting requirements:
6 months
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Yes
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Public Participation Rules: In order for the Board to conduct their necessary business: Public Comment will be permitted for those who requested in advance to address the Board. Public Comment may be timed at the discretion of the Board President. Public Commenters shall not comment more than once or respond to other commenters, unless asked to do so by the Board. Public Commenters shall not interject or speak outside of the public comment section of the agenda, unless asked to do so by the Board. Link
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide dietetic services in the state are duly qualified.
The board shall meet at least twice a year. Duties: The board shall regulate the practice of dietetics in the state by providing for the licensing and regulation of persons engaged in the practice of dietetics to ensure the safety of the public seeking nutritional advice.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide dietetic services in the state are duly qualified.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-47-104
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The board shall meet at least twice a year. Duties: The board shall regulate the practice of dietetics in the state by providing for the licensing and regulation of persons engaged in the practice of dietetics to ensure the safety of the public seeking nutritional advice.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 1 (public position or membership):
member of public
# Subgroup 1:
1
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
registered dietician
# Subgroup 2:
2
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
2
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
2
Mandatory meeting requirements:
biannually
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Yes
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Provided in agenda
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?:
The board is responsible for licensing qualified dietitians, maintaining public records of licensed individuals and disciplinary actions, setting fees for various services, and adopting rules and regulations concerning application, fees, and disciplinary procedures.
Are there agencies above this board in the state gov. hierarchy or organization?:
no
List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(3) members hearing aid specialists with not less than five years experience and a valid license; (1) certified otolaryngologist; and (1) clinical audiologist licensed in Wyoming
# Subgroup 2:
5
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:
1
Mandatory meeting requirements:
6 months
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Yes
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
All meetings are held according to the Wyoming Administrative Procedures Act. If you wish to attend this meeting and you require reasonable accommodation, please contact Carlos Gomez at [email protected], phone (307) 777-7788; fax (307) 777-3508. Communication impaired persons may also contact us via Wyoming Relay (TTY) at 1-800-877-9965.
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 is authorized to manage fund disbursements, oversee licensing and examinations, determine hearing aid professional qualifications, issue and renew licenses, enforce disciplinary actions, schedule examinations, appoint examination supervisors, and establish rules and regulations to implement the act.
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):
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(5) physicians licensed to practice medicine in Wyoming, not less than one of whom shall possess the degree of doctor of osteopathy, and not less than two whom shall possess the degree of doctor of medicine; (1) physician assistant
# Subgroup 2:
6
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
members of public not directly related to a physician
# Subgroup 3:
2
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:
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 board responsible for examining and licensing applicants for the practice of medicine and surgery, podiatry, and physician assistants; establishing rules and regulations governing the practice of these professions; investigating complaints and conducting disciplinary proceedings against licensees; and generally overseeing the competent and ethical practice of medicine within the state to protect public health and safety.
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List agencies or offices this board meets with regularly (a minimum of once per year):
Defines and sets standards for licensing of professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, social workers, and chemical dependency specialists. The board renews licenses and investigates complaints of malpractice and/or unethical behavior.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-38-104
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Defines and sets standards for licensing of professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, social workers, and chemical dependency specialists. The board renews licenses and investigates complaints of malpractice and/or unethical behavior.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Addictions Therapist (LAT); with at least four (4) years of experience in that discipline
# Subgroup 2:
4
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
members of the public at large
# Subgroup 3:
2
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
11
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
9
Mandatory meeting requirements:
annual
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 of Mental Health Examiners ensures quality mental health services in Wyoming by licensing professionals, setting ethical standards, and enforcing regulations. It investigates complaints and disciplines violators, safeguarding public welfare.
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 ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to practice as midwives in the state are duly qualified.
The board shall regulate the practice of midwifery to ensure the safety of women and newborn children receiving care from midwives and shall license midwives. The board shall adopt reasonable rules and regulations necessary for the proper administration and enforcement of this act.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to practice as midwives in the state are duly qualified.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-46-103
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The board shall regulate the practice of midwifery to ensure the safety of women and newborn children receiving care from midwives and shall license midwives. The board shall adopt reasonable rules and regulations necessary for the proper administration and enforcement of this act.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(4) certified professional midwives; (1) certified nurse midwife; (1) physician licensed under the Medical Practice Act who is board certified in either obstetrics and gynecology or family medicine and who has experience in primary maternity care
# Subgroup 2:
6
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
consumer of midwifery care
# Subgroup 3:
1
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
3
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
3
Mandatory meeting requirements:
other
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 is responsible for establishing qualifications for licensure, issuing and renewing licenses, and setting standards of practice. The Board also has the power to investigate complaints, conduct disciplinary proceedings, and take action against licensees who violate the law or rules and regulations. They are further empowered to create rules and regulations necessary to govern the profession and protect the health and safety of mothers and newborns. Essentially, these statutes give the Board broad oversight to regulate the practice of direct-entry midwifery in 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):
in line with state legislature for hours worked on board business
Compensation amount:
$150/day as of 2,024
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 2 (industry/field representation):
(5) registered nurse members on the board, one (1) member shall have had at least two (2) years of experience in an administrative or teaching position in a nursing education program, one (1) member shall have had at least two (2) years of experience in administration in nursing service or public health nursing, one (1) member shall have at least two (2) years experience as an advanced practice registered nurse, and the remaining two (2) members shall be appointed from various areas of nursing. 1 Licensed practical nurse.
# Subgroup 2:
6
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
member of public who has never been licensed or employed as a provider of health care services or be enrolled or employed in any health related edcuational program
# Subgroup 3:
1
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
21
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
4
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
12
Mandatory meeting requirements:
biannually
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 has the power to develop and enforce standards for nursing practice, including creating rules and regulations, appointing advisory committees, and publishing advisory opinions. They also have the authority to examine, license, and regulate nurses, including advanced practice registered nurses, as well as deny or withdraw approval of nursing education programs. Additionally, the board can investigate complaints, conduct disciplinary actions, and maintain records of proceedings. They can also conduct research, maintain statistics, and participate in organizations that develop national nursing licensure examinations. The board is authorized to collect fees, adopt a seal, and regulate nursing assistants and nurse aides.
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 Wyoming State Board of Nursing Home Administrators primary function is to provide
public safety by regulating the professionals who operate, manage, supervise or are in
charge of a nursing home.
The board develops, imposes, and enforces standards which must be met by individuals in order to receive a license as a nursing home administrator; receives, investigates, and takes appropriate action with respect to complaints; and promulgates rules and regulations.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The Wyoming State Board of Nursing Home Administrators primary function is to provide
public safety by regulating the professionals who operate, manage, supervise or are in
charge of a nursing home.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-22-101
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
The board develops, imposes, and enforces standards which must be met by individuals in order to receive a license as a nursing home administrator; receives, investigates, and takes appropriate action with respect to complaints; and promulgates rules and regulations.
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
One (1) appointee shall hold the degree of doctor of medicine and be licensed to practice medicine in Wyoming; One (1) appointee shall be a registered nurse duly licensed to practice professional nursing in Wyoming, who is not employed by a nursing home; two (2) appointees shall each be an operator administrator of a nursing home within Wyoming, and have two (2) years' experience as a nursing home operator administrator within Wyoming.
# Subgroup 2:
4
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
One (1) appointee shall be a consumer representative selected from the general public
# Subgroup 3:
1
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
2
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
2
Mandatory meeting requirements:
biannually
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 sets licensure qualifications, regulates nursing home administration, investigates complaints, and disciplines violators, ensuring quality resident care through oversight and enforcement.
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 mission of the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy is to develop, impose and
enforce standards which must be met by individuals in order to receive a license as an
occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant to insure public protection;
receive, investigate, and take appropriate action with respect to complaints; and
promulgation of rules and regulations.
Develops, imposes, and enforces standards for licensure for occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants, investigates complaints and takes appropriate action
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The mission of the Wyoming Board of Occupational Therapy is to develop, impose and
enforce standards which must be met by individuals in order to receive a license as an
occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant to insure public protection;
receive, investigate, and take appropriate action with respect to complaints; and
promulgation of rules and regulations.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-40-114
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Develops, imposes, and enforces standards for licensure for occupational therapists or occupational therapy assistants, investigates complaints and takes appropriate action
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(3) members shall be registered occupational therapists who have been engaged in providing occupational therapy services to the public, teaching or research in occupational therapy for at least five years immediately preceding appointment; (1) shall be a certified occupational therapy assistant who shall have been engaged in providing occupational therapy services to the public, teaching or research in occupational therapy for at least three years immediately preceding appointment;
# Subgroup 2:
4
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
member of the public with an interest in the rights of the consumers of health services
# Subgroup 3:
1
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
6
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
5
Mandatory meeting requirements:
biannually
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Yes
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Anyone wishing to bring a matter before the Board must submit the information in advance, and in writing, in order to be considered. To be placed on a future agenda, please complete and submit an Agenda Request Form.
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 licenses and regulates occupational therapists, setting qualifications, enforcing ethical standards, investigating complaints, and disciplining violators to ensure competent public service.
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 ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide optometric services in the state are duly qualified.
Develops, imposes, and enforces standards for licensure and the board investigates complaints and takes appropriate action.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide optometric services in the state are duly qualified.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-23-104
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Develops, imposes, and enforces standards for licensure and the board investigates complaints and takes appropriate action.
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 establish qualifications for licensure, including education, examination, and continuing education requirements. The Board is authorized to adopt rules and regulations governing the ethical conduct and professional practice of optometrists, defining the scope of optometric practice, and setting standards for patient care. They have the power to investigate complaints against licensees, conduct hearings, and take disciplinary action, including license suspension or revocation, for unprofessional conduct, violations of the law or regulations, or incompetence. The Board is also responsible for issuing and renewing licenses, maintaining a registry of licensed optometrists, and generally overseeing the practice of optometry to protect the public health and welfare.
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 mission of the Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy is to promote and protect the health and safety of the public by regulating the practice of pharmacy.
Responsible for the health and welfare of the citizens of the state in all legitimate drug related activities, oversees licensing, examinations, and pharmacy inspections.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The mission of the Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy is to promote and protect the health and safety of the public by regulating the practice of pharmacy.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-24-102
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Responsible for the health and welfare of the citizens of the state in all legitimate drug related activities, oversees licensing, examinations, and pharmacy inspections.
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
public at-large
# Subgroup 3:
1
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
13
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
6
Mandatory meeting requirements:
other
Online public participation allowed?:
yes
Can public claim or sign up for agenda time in advance?:
Yes
Online participation and meeting agenda details:
Participants may join the meeting virtually with the following Google Meeting ID: Link or by calling: 1 515-705-4793 PIN: 361 485 105#
Persons requiring special assistance to be able to attend and/or participate in the Board’s meeting are
asked to contact the Board office at 307-634-9636 in advance of the meeting to ensure that arrangements
and accommodations are made. While the Board attempts to follow the agenda as published, it reserves
the right to vary from the times and order of matters below as may be appropriate and necessary to
facilitate the flow of business.
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's role is to regulate pharmacists, approve/deny license applications, execute disciplinary action where deemed appropriate, examine and inspect drug manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers
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):
to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by regulating the practice of physical therapy.
Passes upon the qualifications of applicants for licensure as physical therapists and registration as physical therapist assistants, conducts examinations for applicants, issues license or registration certificates to those who meet the requirements established by the board; have authority to suspend, revoke, restrict, condition, reprimand, or deny licenses.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by regulating the practice of physical therapy.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-25-103
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Passes upon the qualifications of applicants for licensure as physical therapists and registration as physical therapist assistants, conducts examinations for applicants, issues license or registration certificates to those who meet the requirements established by the board; have authority to suspend, revoke, restrict, condition, reprimand, or deny licenses.
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 regulate the practice of physical therapy in Wyoming. Their powers include establishing qualifications for licensure, examining and licensing applicants, and investigating complaints against licensees. The Board can also adopt rules and regulations governing the ethical and professional conduct of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, and take disciplinary action against those who violate the law or regulations.
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 ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide Podiatry and Podiatry Assistant services in the state are duly qualified.
Develops, imposes, and enforces standards which must be met by individuals in order to receive a license as a podiatrist. To ensure public protection, receives, investigates, and takes appropriate action with respect to complaints.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide Podiatry and Podiatry Assistant services in the state are duly qualified.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-9-102
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Develops, imposes, and enforces standards which must be met by individuals in order to receive a license as a podiatrist. To ensure public protection, receives, investigates, and takes appropriate action with respect to complaints.
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 examine and license podiatrists, ensuring they meet the required qualifications and standards. The Board can also adopt rules and regulations governing the practice of podiatry, defining the scope of practice, and establishing ethical guidelines. They are empowered to investigate complaints against licensees, conduct disciplinary proceedings, and take appropriate action, including suspending or revoking licenses, to protect the public.
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to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed or certified to provide psychology services in this state are appropriately qualified
Determines a person's initial and continuing qualifications to practice psychology or behavioral analysis, and proceed against the unlawful and unlicensed practice of psychology or behavior analysis
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed or certified to provide psychology services in this state are appropriately qualified
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-27-115
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Determines a person's initial and continuing qualifications to practice psychology or behavioral analysis, and proceed against the unlawful and unlicensed practice of psychology or behavior analysis
#, term, selection, etc
Total # of members:
9
Appointed member term length:
5y
Are there term limits?:
Yes
Term limit and length details:
2 consecutive terms, can serve 2 more terms after a 2 year absence
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 license and regulate psychologists, ensuring they meet established qualifications and adhere to ethical standards. This includes setting educational and examination requirements for licensure, issuing licenses, and investigating complaints against licensed psychologists. The Board can also establish rules governing professional conduct, scope of practice, and continuing education requirements.
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The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide radiological services in the state are duly qualified.
Licenses and regulates those persons other than a licensed practitioner who apply ionizing radiation or radiopharmaceutical agents to humans for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. This includes radiologic technologists and technicians.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
The ultimate responsibility of the Board is to safeguard the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Wyoming by ensuring that those individuals licensed to provide radiological services in the state are duly qualified.
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-37-103
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Licenses and regulates those persons other than a licensed practitioner who apply ionizing radiation or radiopharmaceutical agents to humans for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. This includes radiologic technologists and technicians.
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 establish qualifications for licensure, administer examinations, issue and renew licenses, and regulate the professional conduct of radiologic technologists. The Board also has the authority to investigate complaints, conduct disciplinary proceedings, and take action against licensees who violate the law or ethical standards.
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To examine and renew the licenses of duly qualified applicants, maintaining a list of every person licensed to practice and every person suspended, revoked or denied. This board shall also establish fees for licenses, permits, renewals, and reinstatements in accordance with W.S. 33-1-201
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-43-103
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
To examine and renew the licenses of duly qualified applicants, maintaining a list of every person licensed to practice and every person suspended, revoked or denied. This board shall also establish fees for licenses, permits, renewals, and reinstatements in accordance with W.S. 33-1-201
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(1) physician member licensed in Wyoming with a special interest in pulmonary medicine; and (3) members who shall have practiced respiratory care for not less than five years immediately prior to appointment.
# Subgroup 2:
4
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
public at-large
# Subgroup 3:
1
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
2
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
2
Mandatory meeting requirements:
biannually
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 establish qualifications for licensure, administer examinations, issue and renew licenses, and regulate the professional conduct of respiratory care practitioners. The Board also has the authority to investigate complaints, conduct disciplinary proceedings, and take action against licensees who violate the law or ethical standards.
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Evaluates the qualifications and supervises the examinations of applicants for licensure. It may issue subpoenas, examine witnesses, administer oaths, and shall investigate allegations of practices violating the provisions of the act.
Basic board information and history
Category:
Mission statement:
Establishing law citation/number:
WS 33-33-201
Broad legal authority or intention statement:
Evaluates the qualifications and supervises the examinations of applicants for licensure. It may issue subpoenas, examine witnesses, administer oaths, and shall investigate allegations of practices violating the provisions of the act.
engaged in rendering services to the public teaching or research in speech pathology or audiology for at least five years immediately preceding appointment
General qualifications (other):
WY residents for 1 year minimum prior to being appointed to the board
Qualifications applied to certain seats or a subset
Subgroup 2 (industry/field representation):
(1) member shall be an audiologist, (2) shall be speech pathologists; and (1) shall be a health care professonal licensed prusuant to title 33 of WY statutes.
# Subgroup 2:
4
Subgroup 3 (racial, ethnic, minority, or community/group representation):
consumer
# Subgroup 3:
1
Meetings, accessibility, public feedback, etc
# of meetings in 2024:
4
# of in-person member meetings held in 2024:
How many months of 2024 had at least one meeting:
4
Mandatory meeting requirements:
biannually
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 regulates speech-language pathologists and audiologists by establishing licensing criteria, defining practice standards through rulemaking, enforcing compliance via investigations and disciplinary actions, and setting overall professional standards.
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