This bill amends the Wyoming Wildlife and Natural Resource Funding Act to authorize funding for several large projects aimed at wildlife and natural resource conservation in the state. It specifies projects approved for funding in 2026, including initiatives for fish passage restoration, invasive species management, and habitat conservation across various regions in Wyoming. The bill outlines the project sponsors, purposes, descriptions, total budgets, and the specific grant amounts allocated from the Wyoming wildlife and natural resource trust income account for each project. Notably, it includes appropriations of $150,000 for the Upper Greybull Fish Passage III project, $700,000 for the Baggs Valley Headwaters V project, and $2,000,000 for the Western Wyoming Cheatgrass project, among others.
Additionally, the bill stipulates that any unexpended and unobligated funds from these appropriations will revert to the income account by June 30, 2030. The act is set to take effect immediately upon the completion of all necessary legislative processes as outlined in the Wyoming Constitution. This legislative action aims to enhance the management and restoration of Wyoming's natural resources while ensuring the sustainability of its wildlife populations.