With the start of the 2026 legislative session, small business owners in Wyoming are urging lawmakers to implement reforms aimed at creating a more stable business climate.
Michael Smith, State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Wyoming, emphasized the importance of predictability for local businesses. “Small businesses thrive with predictable business environments,” Smith said. “There are several commonsense reforms the Legislature can advance to mitigate small business owners’ risk, including right to repair legislation, stiffer penalties on theft, and protecting property rights from eminent domain. NFIB looks forward to supporting these reforms that promote competition, keep more money in consumers’ pockets, and make it easier to do business here in Wyoming.”
The proposed measures focus on reducing risks faced by small businesses and fostering a competitive marketplace. Advocates argue that such changes would benefit both entrepreneurs and consumers by encouraging economic growth and safeguarding property rights.