Bill > SF0166

This bill amends Wyoming state law regarding the process for forming a new political party by adjusting the timelines for petition filing and circulation. Specifically, the bill changes the deadline for filing a petition to form a new political party from June 1 to May 1 in a general election year, and moves the earliest date for circulating the petition from April 1 to March 1 of the year preceding the general election. These changes effectively give political groups seeking to form a new party one month more time to gather signatures and complete the petition process. The bill will become effective on July 1, 2025, providing ample notice to potential new political parties about the updated requirements. The modifications are intended to provide more flexibility and opportunity for groups interested in establishing a new political party in Wyoming by extending the timeline for petition preparation and submission.

Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/SF0166