This joint resolution from the Wyoming Legislature calls upon the state's congressional delegation to uphold the principles of federalism, emphasizing the importance of state authority in governing elections and election processes. It references the Wyoming Constitution and the Tenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which affirm that powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the states or the people. The resolution highlights the need for states to maintain control over their electoral laws to ensure they reflect the interests of their citizens and to protect against undue influence in elections.
Furthermore, the resolution advocates for the adoption of a constitutional amendment that would explicitly affirm the states' authority to manage their elections and establish policies regarding campaign finance and election influence. It underscores the belief that a uniform federal approach to election governance is neither necessary nor desirable, and it calls for the preservation of state-led election governance as a means to promote accountability and integrity in the electoral process. The resolution concludes with a directive for the Secretary of State of Wyoming to transmit copies of this resolution to key federal officials and members of the Wyoming Congressional Delegation.