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Wyoming Governor Launches SUN Bucks Food Initiative Amid Criticism

4/21/2026

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Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon announced a one-time funding initiative to implement SUN Bucks, allowing families to purchase food under SNAP rules from June to August.
The Legislature refused to fund SUN Bucks program, which would load $120 onto debit cards for eligible children, and Gordon signed an executive order to develop it.
Critics, including Superintendent Megan Degenfelder, say it resembles welfare.
Supporters say it would supplement food programs.

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Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon announced a one-time funding initiative to implement SUN Bucks, allowing families to purchase food under SNAP rules from June to August.
The Legislature refused to fund SUN Bucks program, which would load $120 onto debit cards for eligible children, and Gordon signed an executive order to develop it.
Critics, including Superintendent Megan Degenfelder, say it resembles welfare.
Supporters say it would supplement food programs.