“In Wyoming, families come first”





wyoming governor mark gordon




FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

*Governor Gordon Reaffirms Commitment to Strong Wyoming Families, Highlights Support for Department of Family Service*

*"“In Wyoming, families come first”"*

*CHEYENNE, Wyo. - Dec. 12, 2025* -Gov. Mark Gordon (R-WY) today underscored his commitment to strengthening Wyoming families and communities, highlighting key priorities in his budget supporting the work of the Department of Family Services (DFS). The Governor emphasized “in Wyoming, families come first.”

Gordon stressed Wyoming people expect a government that “stays in its lane” while also ensuring children, seniors and vulnerable families have access to the basic supports they need to thrive. “The government's targeted support of the basic essentials like food, shelter, and education are key to strong communities,” Governor Gordon said in his budget message. [ [link removed] ]

The Governor reaffirmed that healthy, stable families are central to Wyoming’s long-term strength. “Families, seniors, and communities are stronger when they are healthy and have reasonable access to healthcare,” Governor Gordon said, emphasizing the importance of services for children, seniors, and individuals with developmental disabilities or limited means.

Gordon also highlighted the challenges facing working parents across the state and reinforced Wyoming’s duty to help families meet essential needs. 

“When working mothers and fathers are unable to meet the family’s wholesome nutritional needs, despite working sometimes three jobs, we have to acknowledge the problem,” Governor Gordon said. He urges continued support for programs that help families stretch their food budgets, improve financial stability and connect with community-based resources.

*About the Budget: The Essentials *Governor Gordon’s 2027–2028 biennial budget [ [link removed] ], prioritizes Wyoming families, strong communities, and the core services that support them. The budget emphasizes long-term stewardship, responsible investment and ensuring the state continues to provide essential support for children, vulnerable adults, and community stability across Wyoming.

*For more information: *

Amy Edmonds, Communications Director, [email protected] 

Janelle Collins, Strategic Communications Director, [email protected] 

                                                                     ###

REAL BUDGET COVER





________________________________________________________________________

 Wyoming Seal [ [link removed] ]

   



STAY CONNECTED: Subscribe for emails [ [link removed] ] Twitter [ [link removed] ]   Facebook [ [link removed] ]    

SUBSCRIBER SERVICES:
Manage Subscriptions [ [link removed] ]  |  Unsubscribe All [ [link removed] ] |  Subscriber Help [ [link removed] ]

________________________________________________________________________

This email was sent to [email protected] using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Governor of Wyoming · State Capitol, 200 West 24th St · Cheyenne, WY 82002-0012 · 307-777-7434 GovDelivery logo [ [link removed] ]