01 — The Text
What.
- Allows Wyoming to spend investment earnings from its permanent school fund, not just interest payments.
- Fund was created when Wyoming became a state using federal land grants.
- Money comes from selling or exchanging school trust lands and supports public schools.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Wyoming schools gain access to more revenue without waiting for interest-only distributions.
- State gets flexibility to invest principal more aggressively and spend broader returns.
- No federal budget impact; affects only Wyoming's use of its own trust assets.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill passed Senate committee (July 2026) and sits on Senate calendar awaiting full floor vote.
- Next step: Senate debate and vote, then House consideration if approved.
- Track progress at Congress.gov or contact your senator to express your position.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jul 23, 2026 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 483.
- Jul 23, 2026 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Lee without amendment. Without written report.
- Jul 23, 2026 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Lee without amendment. Without written report.
- Dec 17, 2025 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
- Dec 2, 2025 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.
- Jul 14, 2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- Jul 14, 2025 — Introduced in Senate