The bill amends the regulations governing predator management districts in Wyoming, specifically focusing on the composition and term limits of the advisory board. It establishes that sportsman and hunter directors must have held a valid fishing or hunting license within the previous twenty-four months, a change from the previous requirement of twelve months. Additionally, the bill removes staggered term limits for these directors, allowing them to serve a maximum of nine years. The board will now consist of two appointed directors from the county commissioners instead of one, and the term lengths for these directors have been adjusted to two years initially, followed by three-year terms.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the election and appointment process for directors representing sheep and cattle owners, ensuring that they are bona fide residents of Wyoming who have paid predator management fees. The changes aim to enhance the effectiveness of predator management programs by ensuring that the board is composed of qualified individuals who are actively engaged in the relevant activities. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 11-6-202