Cynthia Lummis - Senator for Wyoming

Real solutions for real
infrastructure needs in Wyoming.

The people of Wyoming do not rely on
electric vehicles--that is not politics, that is just fact. We rank
second only to North Dakota for the lowest EV adoption in the nation.
With our cold winters, long distances, and rugged terrain, electric
vehicles simply do not suit the Wyoming way of life.

That is why I am
proud to introduce the *Highway Funding Flexibility Act*--commonsense
legislation that reclaims billions in federal dollars originally
earmarked for Green New Deal EV programs. The Biden administration set
aside $7.5 billion for charging and fueling stations we do not need.
This bill redirects those funds toward projects that actually serve
our state: highway construction, wildlife crossings, bridge repair,
and more.

We are putting decisions back in the hands of the people
who know Wyoming best--not Washington bureaucrats. The *Highway
Funding Flexibility Act* ensures that our infrastructure investments
reflect our values and needs and spends your hard-earned taxpayer
dollars responsibly.

Remembering Senator Al Simpson*

This month, I
joined the entire state in mourning the passing of our beloved Senator
Al Simpson. He was larger than life, and a dedicated statesman who
spent his life serving others. Senator Simpson tirelessly advocated
for the state of Wyoming, fighting to ensure every corner of our state
was not only a great place to work but a great place to make a home
and raise a family. He truly was a proud son of Cody, Wyoming. Coming
from an early pioneer family, Al never forgot his ancestors and the
people who came before him nor the work that must be done to create a
better tomorrow for the next generation. Please join me in keeping
Senator Simpson's family in our thoughts and prayers.



Happy
Trails,

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Senator
Lummis' Week in Pictures

I had another great Wyoming Wednesday with
Senator Barrasso, Representative Hageman, and Governor Gordon! There
is no better way to start my day than with friends across the Cowboy
State.

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I
joined Senator Barrasso in introducing Brian Nesvik, a Wyoming native
and President Trump's nominee for Director of the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works. Brian was a boots-on-the-ground game warden, and that's exactly
the kind of person I want in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service.

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The
Congressional Awards are a deep Wyoming tradition that has gone on to
impact countless hardworking students across America. I had the honor
of celebrating Chairman Paxton Baker as he concludes his tenure and
celebrate Shawn Whitman as he takes the reins. The Congressional
Awards hold such a special place in my heart, and I want to thank
Chairman Baker for his years of dedicated service.

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Legislative
Actions

It has been a busy work period here in Washington! I
introduced the *Highway Funding Flexibility Act *to free up money
stuck in accounts intended to fund Biden's radical EV charger
initiative. These funds would then be directed to pay for projects
critical for travel and commerce throughout Wyoming. For far too long,
the people of Wyoming were forced to endure Biden's radical EV
mandates that dedicated their hard-earned tax dollars toward Green New
Deal initiatives that do not effectively serve the state of Wyoming.
Under the Biden administration, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs
Act provided billions to fund electric vehicle initiatives and
projects, totalling to a $7.5 billion price tag. In February,
President Trump paused this ill-conceived program, giving Congress the
ability to redirect appropriated funds stuck in the accounts. My
legislation frees up these funds to address Wyoming's actual
transportation needs without adding to the national debt, rather than
forcing Biden-era EV mandates on the Cowboy State.

I also introduced
the *Protecting Access to Recreation with Cash* (PARC) Act, requiring
National Park Service (NPS) units to accept cash as a form of payment
for entrance fees. Currently, NPS allows each park to decide if it
will accept cash, barring visitors who prefer or rely on cash payments
from exploring national parks out west. The beauty of our nation's
parks should be open to all visitors, not just those with credit or
debit cards. Wyoming takes immense pride in our state's natural
treasures, and accepting cash payments allows people from the Cowboy
State and around the world access to our indescribable landscapes. I'm
proud to lead the charge to make our National Parks accessible to
everyone.



Wyoming Shoutout

Congratulations to University of
Wyoming Cowgirl Allyson Fertig on being named the Mountain West Player
of the Year! Allyson led the conference with 19.5 points and 11.5
rebounds per game, shooting an impressive 59% from the field and
averaging 2.1 blocks per contest. She becomes the first player in
Mountain West history to lead in scoring, rebounding, field goal
percentage, and blocks in a single season. Allyson is the fourth
Cowgirl to receive this honor, joining legends Aubrey Vandiver, Liv
Roberts, and Amy Burnett. Allyson, all of Wyoming is behind you--keep
making the Cowboy State proud!

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*Photo
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Contact
Information:

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Office
Locations:
Cody
1285 Sheridan Avenue
Suite 215
Cody, WY
82414
Phone: 307-527-9444

Sundance
120 North 4th Street
(769)
P.O. Box 769
Sundance, WY 82729
Phone:
307-283-3461

Cheyenne
Federal Center
2120 Capitol Avenue, Suite
2007
Cheyenne, WY 82001
Phone: 307-772-2477

Star Valley
80 lst
Street, Suite 105
P.O. Box 1630
Afton, WY 83110
Phone:
307-248-1736

Casper
Dick Cheney Federal Bldg.
100 East B Street,
Suite 3201
PO Box 33201
Casper, WY 82601
Phone:
307-261-6572

Washington, DC
Russell Senate
Office Building
Room
SR 127A
Washington, DC 20510
Phone: 202-224-3424

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