Bill > SF0183

This bill establishes a moratorium on new solar and wind energy facility projects in Wyoming from the bill's effective date until June 30, 2030. The bill defines solar and wind energy facilities by referencing existing state law, specifically excluding small-scale net metering systems. During the moratorium, no person can initiate or expand wind or solar energy facilities within the state. The legislation amends multiple existing statutes to incorporate references to this moratorium, including sections related to eminent domain, county regulations, wind energy rights, and permitting processes. The bill clarifies that projects that have already begun the local or state permitting process before the effective date are not prohibited, allowing ongoing renewable energy developments to continue. The moratorium will automatically expire on June 30, 2030, unless the legislature takes further action to extend or modify the prohibition. By implementing this moratorium, the bill effectively pauses the development of new large-scale solar and wind energy projects in Wyoming for approximately six years, potentially impacting the state's renewable energy infrastructure and clean energy transition.

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https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/SF0183