This bill amends existing laws related to industrial development and siting in Wyoming by requiring that tribal governments be notified of applications for industrial siting permits. It introduces a new definition for "tribal government," which includes the Eastern Shoshone tribe, the Northern Arapaho tribe, and their cooperative governing body. The bill mandates that applicants for industrial siting permits must certify that they have notified all local and tribal governments within the potentially impacted area about the proposed project and provided them with an opportunity to ask questions at least 30 days prior to the application submission.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the director must serve notice of permit applications to both local and tribal governments that will be primarily affected by the proposed facility. It also includes provisions for notifying tribal governments of hearings and decisions related to permit applications. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with certain sections becoming effective immediately upon the completion of necessary legislative processes. The industrial siting council is tasked with promulgating rules to implement the new requirements.

Statutes affected:
25LSO-0041 v0.6: 35-12-102, 35-12-107, 35-12-109, 35-12-110, 35-12-113