HB0169

Prohibits state agencies and political subdivisions from using public funds for membership fees, dues, or participation expenses related to four specified national organizations.

• Defines 'public funds' as any funds appropriated by the legislature or money received by a state agency or political subdivision pursuant to law. (W.S. 9-13-201(a)(i))
• Identifies the specified organizations subject to the prohibition: Environmental Council of the States, Council of Chief State School Officers, National Association of Medicaid Directors, and Association of State and Territorial Health Officials. (W.S. 9-13-201(a)(ii))
• Prohibits expenditure of public funds to pay membership fees, dues, or other contributions to the specified organizations, including payments for membership benefits that do not constitute purchase of goods or services. (W.S. 9-13-201(b))
• Prohibits expenditure of public funds for expenses whose primary purpose is to participate in activities of the specified organizations, including travel, registration fees, and other costs associated with conferences, meetings, or events sponsored by these organizations. (W.S. 9-13-201(c))
• Provides that the act does not alter, amend, or impair any contract or agreement entered into before the effective date. (Sec. 2)

Effective: July 1, 2026

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