This bill amends existing election laws in Wyoming to establish new requirements for independent candidates seeking to appear on the general election ballot. It mandates that independent candidates must affirm that they are not affiliated with any major or minor political party. Additionally, the bill revises the number of signatures required for independent candidates, increasing the threshold from two percent to three percent for statewide and countywide offices, and from two percent to five percent for district elections.

Furthermore, the bill changes the filing deadline for independent candidates, requiring them to notify the Secretary of State and county clerk of their intention to run at least 81 days before the general election, with an additional 14 days allowed for filing the petition. The effective date of this legislation is set for July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
26LSO-0046 v0.2: 22-5-301, 22-5-304, 22-5-307