Out of the $2.6 billion in total tax revenue collected by Wyoming in 2024, $98.5 million came from motor vehicle license taxes, representing a decrease from the previous year, when the total was $103.1 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of State Government Tax Collections (STC).
In 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out an inspection at a pharmaceutical company located in Wyoming.
Wyoming collected $18.6 million in tobacco products sales taxes in 2024, a decrease of 6.5% from the previous year.
Senator John Barrasso urged Senate approval of bipartisan legislation designed to protect critical undersea internet cables from foreign threats. The bill seeks stronger penalties against sabotage while reinforcing U.S. infrastructure security.
In 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out inspections at four Food and Cosmetics companies located in Wyoming.
Senator John Barrasso questioned Interior Secretary Doug Burgum about wild horse populations in Wyoming,
the Colorado River Basin’s water challenges,
and federal permitting reforms during an April committee hearing. The discussion covered land use amendments,
delays due to litigation,
and regional resource needs.
The Wyoming Animal Damage Management Board will meet in Casper on May 12-13 to consider grant applications and discuss key issues affecting predator management districts statewide. Public participation is encouraged both in person and via Zoom.
Senator John Barrasso praised federal agencies’ decision on Apr. 29 reversing climate-related housing mandates from President Biden’s term. The change affects mortgage eligibility requirements tied previously tied stricter energy codes.
Senator John Barrasso called for urgent approval by the House of a budget resolution funding ICE and Border Patrol due to an impending shortfall. The measure received support from former President Trump, while Barrasso emphasized its importance for national security.
Senator John Barrasso introduced a bill aiming to support Wyoming’s role in U.S. coal production by extending lease payment periods for new mines. The measure seeks broader financial flexibility for companies investing in domestic mining operations.