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Wyoming Governor Unveils $11.1 Billion Budget Plan

11/22/2025

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Gordon's Budget Proposal

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon proposed an $11.1 billion budget prioritizing essential services and fiscal responsibility.
The plan would boost state worker pay, enhance wildfire-fighting capabilities, and address the Department of Corrections' urgent financial needs.
It includes $250 million for permanent savings, $5.5 million to mitigate SNAP cuts affecting more than 28,000 residents, and proposes stable sales tax distribution, with a review by the Joint Appropriations Committee starting December 1, 2025.

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Legislature Proposes Tax Shift

The Wyoming Legislature's Joint Revenue Committee voted to sponsor bills to eliminate residential property taxes and raise the sales tax from 4% to 6%.
The higher sales tax would generate about $475 million for local services.
Some lawmakers say the shift protects residents from federal issues, while homeowners worry about weaker community services.
The bills proceed to the full Legislature for consideration in the budget session starting February 9, 2026.

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Gordon's Budget Proposal

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon proposed an $11.1 billion budget prioritizing essential services and fiscal responsibility.
The plan would boost state worker pay, enhance wildfire-fighting capabilities, and address the Department of Corrections' urgent financial needs.
It includes $250 million for permanent savings, $5.5 million to mitigate SNAP cuts affecting more than 28,000 residents, and proposes stable sales tax distribution, with a review by the Joint Appropriations Committee starting December 1, 2025.

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