Bill > HB0315

This bill proposes a significant reorganization of Wyoming's K-12 public education governance by transferring all divisions, programs, and functions of the state board of education and the state board of career and technical education to the state superintendent of public instruction by July 1, 2026. The state superintendent is required to develop a comprehensive reorganization plan that maintains the current structure and operations as much as possible, while ensuring all responsibilities are transferred. The plan must identify necessary statutory and regulatory amendments, detail the transfer of personnel and resources, and be submitted to the governor and legislative committees by July 1, 2025. The legislative committees will review the plan, hold public hearings, and potentially draft legislation for the 2026 budget session. Existing rules and regulations will remain in effect until amended by the state superintendent following legislative approval of the reorganization plan. The bill emphasizes that the fundamental duties and functions of these educational bodies will remain unchanged, with the state superintendent essentially becoming the successor to both boards. The goal appears to be streamlining educational administration by consolidating oversight under a single leadership position while preserving the core educational mission and operations.

https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0315