The vetoes had to do with voluntary paycheck deduction of union dues, limits on law enforcements’ gun-related actions and a repeal of a state account. The Legislature adjourned sine die after these actions.
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Of Wyoming Freedom Caucus’ 10 priorities, only 1 became law
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Gordon also vetoed a bill that would’ve allowed civil suits against law enforcement agencies for enforcing orders solely regarding firearms or ammunition.
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First Wyoming Democrat announces run for U.S. Senate
Byrd served in the state House from 2009 to 2019. Liz Byrd, James’ mother, was the first Black woman to serve in the Wyoming Legislature.
