The bill introduces a new definition of "governmental purpose" and related terms to clarify the use of governmental property in Wyoming. It specifies that property is considered to serve a governmental purpose if it is primarily used for health, safety, welfare, education, transportation, infrastructure, or administrative functions of a governmental entity. The bill explicitly excludes certain types of property from this definition, such as recreational facilities, property leased to non-governmental entities, idle government property, and property held for sale or lease. Additionally, it repeals conflicting provisions and makes conforming changes to existing laws.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that any public entity that has held property not used for a governmental purpose for ten years or more must either offer the property for sale or provide a justification for its continued non-use. This requirement does not apply to properties that public entities are legally obligated to hold. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-11-101, 39-11-105