The bill amends several sections of Wyoming election law to clarify the composition and responsibilities of the county canvassing board. It specifies that the county canvassing board will consist of the county clerk and two electors who are residents of the county, with one elector selected by the central committee of each of the two largest major political parties. This replaces the previous requirement for the board to include electors of different political parties appointed by the county clerk. Additionally, the bill outlines that if there are not two major political parties in the county or if a central committee fails to select an elector, the county clerk may appoint individuals to fill any unfilled positions, ensuring that the two electors are from different political parties.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that any special district election conducted by the county clerk will be canvassed by the county canvassing board, rather than a separate board appointed by the county clerk. It also establishes that the canvassing board has the authority to call for a special election and must conduct the canvass within seven business days of the election. The effective date of this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 22-4-101, 22-16-101, 22-29-114
Engrossed: 22-4-101, 22-16-101, 22-29-114