The bill establishes limitations on the application of foreign law within Wyoming, ensuring that any such application does not infringe upon the fundamental liberties, rights, and privileges guaranteed by both the United States Constitution and the Wyoming Constitution. Specifically, it defines "foreign law" as any legal system outside the United States and declares that any court ruling or decision based on foreign law will be void if it violates these constitutional rights. The bill also outlines exceptions to this limitation, including the application of common law, tribal law, ecclesiastical matters, and agreements where parties voluntarily consent to foreign law.

Additionally, the bill amends the process for changing the venue in civil actions, stipulating that courts cannot transfer cases to a proper venue if doing so would lead to the application of foreign law that could violate constitutional rights. This amendment aims to protect the rights of individuals involved in civil actions by ensuring that their cases are not subjected to potentially harmful foreign legal standards. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1-7-103