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January 15, 2025

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*Governor Gordon’s State of the State Address Points to Sensible Budgets, Effective Government*

 

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Mark Gordon highlighted Wyoming’s leadership and innovation in energy, natural resource management, education and economic development, during his State of the State address today.

Addressing a joint session of the 68th Wyoming Legislature, the Governor reflected on Wyoming’s low tax burden [ [link removed] ], its common-sense approach to governing, and the obligation of elected officials to work together to serve the people of the state. 

“From generation to generation Wyoming has grown and continues to thrive because of our conservative values and common-sense decision making,” the Governor said. “We have always been able to adapt to breakthroughs, meet challenges, and build a future by assuring our government is accountable, efficient, and responsible.”

While offering congratulatory remarks during an optimistic address to the newly elected Senate and House leadership, 26 first-term legislators, and returning lawmakers, the Governor wished the body “Godspeed” and encouragement: “We have a lot to do, and I have no doubt this is the crew to do it.”

“Our constituents expect an efficient government that gets value for the dollar. One that allows them to keep as much of their hard earned money as reasonably possible,” Governor Gordon said. 

“They don’t want cheap, or short-sighted budgets that look good on paper but may hurt them in their daily lives or cause their kids to leave. Wyoming people want sensible government that chooses right over wrong and the right thing over the easy thing,” Governor Gordon added, echoing sentiments he’s heard throughout his tenure at numerous community forums, town halls, and constituent meetings.

The Governor noted that during his administration Wyoming State government has continued to do more with less, pointing out there are 300 fewer Wyoming State employees than when he took office, despite the expanded workload the Biden Administration’s programs and inflationary policies put on the state.

Governor Gordon stressed the importance of strengthening Wyoming’s infrastructure. He asked the Legislature to allocate additional funds to the Mineral Royalty Grant (MRG) program, which is used to address emergency situations related to failing infrastructure in Wyoming communities.

The Governor pointed out that Wyoming parents face challenges in childcare and the loss of obstetrical services, recounting an emotional visit to Evanston where community members expressed concern about the hospital there no longer offering OB care.

“Is there anyone here today who prefers Wyoming’s mothers and mothers-to-be not to have access to quality OB care?” he asked the body. “I certainly hope not.”

The Governor said that the change in Presidential administrations has Wyoming’s energy industries well-positioned. When he met with President-Elect Donald Trump along with other Republican governors, Governor Gordon told the President that Wyoming stands ready to drill, mine and shovel. 

The Governor also highlighted his proposed “solid, balanced, well-constructed supplemental budget,” which recommends:


* $7 M in inflation related ongoing expenses
* $3.5 M for to extend and expand the coal litigation fund ,making it a natural resources litigation fund.
* Support for access to obstetrics and mental health care providers
* Funding for firefighting and restoring fire-ravaged lands after a record fire season.

Governor Gordon also thanked the Wyoming National Guard, State Troopers, exemplary Wyoming citizens, tribal leaders, members of the judiciary and other statewide elected officials. The State of the State address is available here [ [link removed] ] and may be viewed on the Wyoming PBS YouTube channel [ [link removed] ].

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