From Office of Governor Mark Gordon <[email protected]>
Subject An Update from Governor Mark Gordon, August 3, 2025
Date August 3, 2025 4:01 PM
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"*From the Office of Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon*"











Governor Gordon formalizes Wyoming Highway Patrol agreement with ICE for immigration enforcement

Governor Gordon announced that the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) has entered into an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to participate in the 287(g) program to assist ICE with immigration enforcement while performing their regular duties. *The program* [ [link removed] ] gives WHP officers trained under the program access to ICE databases to determine whether individuals are lawfully present and take appropriate detention actions under the direction of ICE.

“Wyoming has been firm in our commitment to helping secure the border, and this is another step in that process,” Governor Gordon said. “Our nation’s security depends upon effective immigration enforcement, and I am proud that our Wyoming Highway Patrol continues to support this effort and is now formalizing their commitment to this work through our agreement with ICE.”






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Governor Celebrates Road Project Successes
Snake River Bridge Ribbon Cutting

On Thursday, the Governor had the opportunity to recognize the Wyoming Department of Transportation and private-sector contractors who worked on the Big Fill slide on Teton Pass and the Snake River Bridge and Intersection projects. The expediency and rigor that was taken with these projects is a fantastic example of Wyoming work ethic and the dedication our public sector has for our communities. The Governor *applauded the adaptability of both the Teton County and Idaho communities* [ [link removed] ], and expressed his excitement about these enduring investments in Wyoming infrastructure.






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Celebrating A Wyoming Tradition at Cheyenne Frontier Days 





Grand Parade




Governor Challenge Rodeo

The Governor welcomed Wyomingites from around the state and visitors from around the world to the 129th Cheyenne Frontier Days. A *celebration of Wyoming’s western heritage and cowboy culture [ [link removed] ]*, CFD draws thousands of visitors to the state each year, creating jobs and supporting local businesses – a testament to the importance of tourism for Wyoming’s economic vitality. The Governor would like to thank the community that came together to create the wonderful week: the volunteers, employees, rodeo performances, and musicians alike.












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Governor Congratulates Brian Nesvik on his Confirmation as US Fish and Wildlife Service Director
Nesvik Gordon

Governor Gordon celebrated the U.S. Senate's confirmation of former Wyoming Game and Fish Department Director Brian Nesvik as the new Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The Governor said "There simply has never been a more qualified director of the agency" and noted Nesvik will be a strong advocate for western issues.

"His on-the-ground experience in Wyoming will lend essential oversight to the essential analysis of how federal policies apply to the day-to-day wildlife management within states. I am eager to continue working with Brian on Endangered Species Act reform, delisting of grizzly bears, and more," the Governor added.

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Wyoming is rethinking education from the ground up
Governor in the Classroom

"Much of today’s education debate centers on control – what should be taught, who decides, how it’s measured – while too little centers on relevance," Governor Gordon writes in a*n Op-Ed about the future of education.  [ [link removed] ]*

"When decision-makers view education primarily as a tool for shaping society through top-down dictates, we lose sight of its deeper purpose: to engage young people and help them discover what they’re capable of, as well as to empower them to contribute to the world around them.* READ MORE HERE. [ [link removed] ]*




Governor Honors State Park Ranger and Civilian Heroes
Life Saving Awards

Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources is proud to announce that Wyoming State Park Ranger Luke Brandel, along with civilians Gage Gooden and Dakota Pruitt, *have received Life Saving Awards [ [link removed] ]* for their courageous efforts during a water rescue at Glendo State Park on May 30, 2025.

New AI data center *coming to SE Wyoming [ [link removed] ]*

 






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