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Governor Mark Gordon has responded to an announcement of a?rule package by the Environmental Protection Agency that would have disastrous impacts to Wyoming?s legacy energy industries, specifically coal and natural gas-fired power plants. Under the EPA rules, Wyoming coal fired units are given three choices: 1) shut down by January 2032; 2) convert to natural gas co-firing by 2030, with a forced shutdown by January 1, 2039; or 3) install C02 capture facilities by 2032.?
The Governor called the effects of the rules ?devastating? and vowed to challenge them in court. The Governor?s statement follows:
?It is clear the only goal envisioned by these rules released by the Environmental Protection Agency today is the end of coal communities in Wyoming. EPA has weaponized the fear of climate change into a crushing set of rules that will result in an unreliable electric grid, unaffordable electricity, and thousands of lost jobs. This Administration has turned its back on the very industries and states that have made our country strong." Read the full statement.
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NEW MORNING GATHER PODCAST: Governor, state leaders talk property taxes
 In the latest episode of his podcast, Governor Gordon and state leaders have a wide-ranging discussion of how Wyoming?s property tax system is structured, the relief that was passed during the 2024 legislative session and an upcoming Constitutional amendment that could provide additional relief going forward. The episode may be streamed here.
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Gov. Gordon participates in NGA Disagree Better Initiative
 Through the Disagree Better Initiative, Governors are joining forces to reduce partisan animosity and foster healthy debate by modeling a more positive and optimistic way of working through policy problems.?
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SkillsUSA prepares CTE students for workforce
 Governor Gordon addressed students at the State Leadership and Skills Conference in Casper and congratulated Wyoming's future leaders and innovators. CTE equips students with the skills, knowledge and experiences necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving workplace. The Governor, through the Wyoming Innovation Partnership, is committed to providing and expanding pathways to success for all students to pursue their dreams and build a fulfilling career in Wyoming.
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"It has been exciting to witness the incredible progress taking place this school year as educators embraced the challenge and began the work of shifting towards a more student-centric approach." - Governor Mark Gordon on the RIDE education initiative.
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