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Wyoming Rejects Immigration Bill Amid Child Nutrition Crisis

2/12/2025

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Wyoming lawmakers have turned down a contentious immigration bill, raising concerns over its flawed drafting and risks of racial profiling. In a separate move, they opted out of a federal summer nutrition program for children, even as food insecurity looms large. These choices underscore the state's struggle with immigration and child welfare issues.

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Story summary

Wyoming lawmakers have turned down a contentious immigration bill, raising concerns over its flawed drafting and risks of racial profiling. In a separate move, they opted out of a federal summer nutrition program for children, even as food insecurity looms large. These choices underscore the state's struggle with immigration and child welfare issues.