Senate Floor Session-Day 9, February 19, 2026-AM [Source] Translate

The meeting began with a roll call confirming the presence of 31 senators, followed by a prayer from Reverend Richard Gilbert. The journal from the previous day was approved without objections. Senator Craigo welcomed the UW Leadership Academy, and Senator Cooper recognized the Tinsley Branch Library for its community service. Senator Crum acknowledged the Wyoming Bankers Association for its economic contributions. Senator Shuler introduced guest Kevin Mazzucco, and Senator Grew shared a message from his family in Brazil. Dr. Michael Blomquist and nurse Casey Mullins were recognized as the doctor and nurse of the day. The meeting acknowledged National Chocolate Mint Day and National Vet Girls Rise Day, and announcements included deadlines for bill reporting and committee activities. Senate Enrolled Act Number 1 was signed. Messages from the House included the passage of several bills, such as House Bill 2 (Fast Track Permits Act) and House Bill 22 (Recall of Elected Municipal Officers), while House Bill 17 (Select Committee on Blockchain and Emerging Technologies) failed. Reports from standing committees recommended several bills for passage, with Senate File 111 re-referred to the Appropriations Committee. During the second reading, several Senate files were discussed, including Senate File 20 (data privacy), Senate File 27 (leash dogs for tracking black bear), and Senate File 39 (Long-Term Homeowner Tax Exemption Sunset Repeal). An amendment to Senate File 46 (skill-based amusement games) was debated, focusing on the visibility of gambling products to minors, with differing views expressed by senators. The amendment was ultimately adopted. Further discussions included Senate File 57 (hospital service pricing), Senate File 67 (Wyoming State Guard), and Senate File 71 (Department of Homeland Security), all of which moved forward without objection. Senate File 88, concerning sex offenders near childcare facilities, had an amendment adopted to clarify affected facilities and notification processes. The meeting included a consent list of bills that passed the Senate, including those related to epinephrine delivery methods and the Stem Cell Freedom Act. Senate File 23 was discussed, with two divisions of an amendment voted on; Division Number 1 failed, while Division Number 2, clarifying language regarding advanced practice registered nurses, was adopted. Senate File 23 passed the Senate after a roll call vote. Senate File 32, related to emergency telephone service funding, had an amendment adopted to remove restrictive grant funding limitations. The bill passed after a roll call vote. Senate File 101, concerning Second Amendment Protection Act Amendments, was discussed, with concerns raised about potential loopholes and unintended consequences. The bill received 26 votes in favor and 5 against, passing the Senate. Senate File 1, regarding general government appropriations for the fiscal biennium from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028, was laid back for one day. The Senate Majority Floor Leader proposed recalling several Senate files from committee, which passed with a two-thirds vote. The Committee of the Whole considered Senate File 69, focusing on waste and stormwater infrastructure, which passed with an amendment ensuring funding sources were secured. The meeting concluded with announcements about upcoming committee meetings and a motion to recess until 2 p.m. Senator Olsen announced that committee number one would meet at noon to discuss three Senate files. The motion to recess passed, and the Senate will reconvene at 2 p.m.