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Introduced
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Budget Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to crimes and offenses; providing a clarifying exception to the offenses of trespass and game-and-fish trespass regarding incidental contact associated with crossing two (2) adjacent parcels as specified; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies existing laws regarding trespass and game and fish trespass by creating an exception for individuals who are crossing at the corner where two parcels of land owned by a local government, the state, or the federal government meet, provided they are authorized to access both parcels and do so by foot without touching or damaging any adjacent private property. This exception applies to both criminal trespass and the offense of entering or traveling through private property without permission to hunt, fish, collect antlers, or trap, with "travel through or return across" being defined as physically touching or driving on the surface of private property. The bill also specifies an immediate effective date upon completion of all necessary legal steps for a bill to become law.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Travel, Recreation, Wildlife and Cultural Resources (Joint)
Last Action
Received for Introduction (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0019 |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2026/Engross/HB0019.pdf |
| Representative Williams | https://wyoleg.gov/2026/Amends/HB0019H3001.pdf |
| House Travel, Recreation, Wildlife and Cultural Re | https://wyoleg.gov/2026/Amends/HB0019HS001.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2026/Introduced/HB0019.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2026/Fiscal/HB0019.pdf |
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