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WY SF0094

WY SF0094
An act regarding compelled speech and state employers.


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Introduced
02/14/2024
In Committee
02/20/2024
Crossed Over
02/27/2024
Passed
Dead
03/05/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Budget Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to the administration of government; prohibiting the state and its political subdivisions from compelling speech as specified; authorizing a civil remedy; providing an exception to the Wyoming governmental claims act; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the state of Wyoming and its political subdivisions from compelling state employees to refer to other employees using the employees' preferred pronouns as a condition of employment, contracting, or receiving benefits. The bill creates a civil cause of action for any person aggrieved by such a violation, allowing them to seek injunctive or declaratory relief, compensatory damages, and attorney's fees. It also amends the Wyoming Governmental Claims Act to waive immunity for such claims. The bill applies to civil actions initiated on or after July 1, 2024, when it becomes effective.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Did not Consider for Introduction (on 03/05/2024)

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