This bill amends the Wyoming Governmental Claims Act by increasing the maximum liability amounts for claims against governmental entities. Specifically, it raises the limit for individual claimants from $250,000 to $500,000 and for all claimants arising from a single transaction or occurrence from $500,000 to $1,000,000. Additionally, it adjusts the liability limits for local government self-insurance programs, increasing the cap from $500,000 to $1,000,000 for claims related to any one occurrence, including loss adjustment expenses.

The changes will apply to all claims based on transactions or occurrences occurring on or after July 1, 2025, with the act itself taking effect on that same date. These amendments aim to provide greater financial protection for claimants while clarifying the responsibilities of governmental entities and local governments under the law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1-39-118, 1-42-202