The bill, known as the "Wyoming Repeal Gun Free Zones Act," aims to repeal existing gun-free zones and allows individuals with state-issued concealed carry permits to carry concealed weapons in various public places, including governmental meetings and educational institutions, with certain exceptions. It establishes a criminal offense for anyone who prohibits entry to a person carrying a concealed weapon in these authorized locations, making such an act a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in prison and/or a fine of up to $2,000.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that only the state legislature has the authority to regulate firearms, weapons, and ammunition, preempting local entities from imposing their own regulations. It amends existing legal definitions and repeals specific provisions related to firearm regulations. The state building commission is tasked with creating necessary rules to implement the act within 30 days of its effective date, which is immediate upon the completion of legislative processes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 6-8-401, 6-8-403, 6-8-104