The bill proposes a significant restructuring of the appointment and authority of the Attorney General in Wyoming, shifting the appointment power from the governor to a majority of the members of the state loan and investment board. It outlines a process for filling vacancies in the Attorney General's position and expands the Attorney General's authority to file lawsuits against federal agencies. Actions that previously required the governor's approval will now need the approval of the state loan and investment board, enhancing the board's oversight role.

Additionally, the bill amends various sections of existing law to reflect these changes, including the Attorney General's control over investigations, the appointment of assistant attorneys general, and the reporting of misconduct by county officials. The board will also have the authority to direct the Attorney General to initiate removal actions against county officers accused of misconduct and to submit nominees for public office, including the Attorney General, to the Senate for confirmation. The bill mandates that the state loan and investment board appoint an Attorney General by January 31 for Senate confirmation during the 2026 Budget Session, with the new appointee taking office on January 1, 2026, unless the current Attorney General is re-confirmed.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1-26-509, 1-31-103, 1-35-103, 1-35-104, 7-3-102, 9-1-601, 9-1-602, 9-1-603, 9-1-605, 9-1-608, 9-1-611, 9-1-618, 9-1-633, 9-1-636, 9-4-218, 9-14-101, 9-14-102, 11-19-605, 18-3-902, 28-12-101, 28-12-102, 35-7-1004, 35-11-1507