Bill > HB0128

This bill modifies Wyoming's laws regarding public health emergencies by establishing new requirements for the governor and legislature during such events. Specifically, when the governor declares a public health emergency, they must convene the legislature within two days so that lawmakers can either concur with or terminate the emergency declaration. The legislature will have the option to meet in person or remotely using electronic video or audio conferencing, and they can satisfy quorum requirements through these remote methods. The bill also updates several existing statutes to replace references to the previous public health emergency declaration process with the new statutory framework. Additionally, the bill slightly modifies the definition of a "public health emergency" to remove language specifying that the governor determines when such an emergency exists or ends. These changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply to all public health emergency declarations occurring on or after that date, providing a new process for legislative oversight during future health crises.

Health and Social Services

https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0128