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Introduced
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
In Committee
02/16/2026
02/16/2026
Crossed Over
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Budget Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to county officers; specifying that the secretary of state may submit a complaint to the governor against a county clerk for violations of the election code; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to allow the secretary of state to submit a complaint to the governor regarding a county clerk's alleged violations of the election code, which is a set of laws governing elections. Previously, only qualified electors or the board of county commissioners could submit such complaints, and the governor had to act based on a verified complaint. Now, the governor can initiate an action to remove a county officer for misconduct or malfeasance in office based on a verified complaint submitted by a qualified elector, the board of county commissioners, or specifically, the secretary of state if the complaint concerns a county clerk violating election laws. This change expands the authority to report potential election code violations by county clerks to the state's chief election official.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Management Audit (Other)
Last Action
S07 - Corporations:Do Pass Failed 2-3-0-0-0 (on 02/23/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/HB0086 |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2026/Introduced/HB0086.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2026/Fiscal/HB0086.pdf |
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