This bill introduces a new provision, W.S. 5-1-112, which authorizes the award of housing assistance to justices of the supreme court and judges of various courts in Wyoming. The eligibility for this assistance is contingent upon the judge or justice residing in a county where the average cost of housing is significantly higher than the statewide population-weighted average cost of housing. The supreme court is tasked with creating rules to govern the distribution of this housing assistance.

The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2023. This legislation aims to address the financial challenges faced by judges and justices in high-cost housing areas, ensuring that they can maintain their residences while fulfilling their judicial duties.