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. This change allows the Attorney General to initiate lawsuits against federal agencies without needing the governor's approval and grants the board the authority to direct the Attorney General in various matters, including the initiation of removal actions against county officials accused of misconduct. The Attorney General will now report to the state loan and investment board, enhancing their independence and oversight.

Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for filling vacancies in the Attorney General's office and establishes a timeline for the appointment process, requiring confirmation by the Wyoming Senate during the 2026 Budget Session. It also mandates the board to create necessary rules for implementing these changes, which will take effect on January 1, 2026. Overall, the bill emphasizes the increased role of the state loan and investment board in overseeing the Attorney General and other county officers, thereby altering the dynamics of state governance in Wyoming.

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