The bill establishes new standards and requirements for the process of eminent domain in Wyoming, specifically focusing on the acquisition of property through condemnation. It mandates that a condemnor must provide notice to the relevant county and local governing bodies at least thirty days prior to initiating a condemnation action. Additionally, the bill stipulates that any easement created must clarify that the original landowner is not liable for any issues arising from the use of the land, except for intentional acts. The condemnor is also tasked with the reclamation of the property once the easement is no longer needed, and existing easements must be used solely for their intended purpose unless specific conditions for modification are met.
Furthermore, the bill outlines compensation standards, stating that improvements to the property must be factored into its fair market value when determining compensation. It also includes provisions for the reversion of land to the original owner if an easement is abandoned, along with the requirement for reclamation at the condemnor's expense. The act will apply to condemnation actions initiated on or after July 1, 2025, and it ensures that existing contracts are not affected by these new regulations.