The bill amends several sections of Wyoming election law to clarify the composition and responsibilities of the county canvassing board. Specifically, it removes the previous requirement for a canvassing board appointed by the county clerk and instead establishes that the county canvassing board will consist of the county clerk and two electors who are residents of the county, with one elector selected from each of the two largest major political parties. If there are not two major parties or if a party fails to select an elector, the county clerk has the authority to appoint individuals to fill any unfilled positions, ensuring that the two electors represent different political parties. Additionally, all members of the canvassing board are required to take an oath of office and will receive compensation equivalent to that of election judges.

The bill also specifies 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. This change aims to streamline the election process and ensure consistency in how elections are canvassed across the state. The effective date for 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