The proposed bill, designated as HB0228, aims to prohibit government officials and election officials in Wyoming from accepting private funds for election-related expenses. Specifically, it establishes that no state or county official responsible for conducting elections, including county clerks, may solicit, accept, use, or dispose of any donations in the form of money, grants, property, or personal services from individuals or nongovernmental entities for election administration purposes. The bill does allow for exceptions, such as meals provided for election training or on election day for poll workers. Additionally, it clarifies that this prohibition does not apply to elections conducted by special districts or to the acceptance of federal funds for election purposes.

The bill also introduces new misdemeanor offenses for individuals or entities that violate these provisions by providing or offering private funds for election-related activities. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2025. Overall, HB0228 seeks to ensure that all election-related expenses are funded solely through public funds, thereby enhancing the integrity and transparency of the electoral process in Wyoming.