Wyoming 2022 Regular Session

Wyoming Senate Bill SF0066

Introduced

2/14/22

Report Pass

2/16/22

Engrossed

2/18/22

Refer

2/21/22

Report Pass

2/25/22

Enrolled

3/3/22

Caption

American rescue plan act recovery funds appropriations.

Impact

The legislation supports numerous initiatives, including mental health services funding, expansion of rural healthcare, and emergency medical service grants. By directing funds toward enhancing healthcare capacity, the bill aims to address workforce shortages and improve service delivery, particularly for vulnerable populations. Additionally, it implements reporting requirements to ensure transparency and effective oversight on the expenditures of the allocated funds. The provisions for matched funding in various programs also encourage collaboration between state agencies and local governments.

Summary

SF0066 is a legislative act primarily focused on appropriating funds to address emergency expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in Wyoming. The bill outlines specific allocations of federal funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, permitting the state to fund various programs aimed at stabilizing and enhancing state health services, emergency medical services, and community resources across several sectors. The act also includes provisions for the governor to establish emergency programs consistent with federal guidelines and reinforces the need for accountability in the utilization of these funds.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SF0066 appears generally supportive among healthcare advocates and community service organizations, who view the funding as crucial for enhancing Wyoming's health infrastructure in the wake of the pandemic. However, there are concerns expressed regarding the equitable distribution of funds and the prioritization of projects, especially among rural and underserved communities, raising questions about potential disparities in access to these resources.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the lengthy sunset provision for emergency programs authorized by the bill, which expire on December 31, 2026, without further legislative continuation. This raises concerns about the long-term sustainability of the initiatives funded by this act. Additionally, there is debate around the governor's authority to unilaterally establish emergency programs, suggesting a tension between executive initiative and legislative oversight.

Latest WY SF0066 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WY SB1

Supplemental appropriations from the American Rescue Plan Act-Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund, the American Rescue Plan Act-Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Revenue Replacement Fund, and the American Rescue Plan Act-Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022.

WY HB1

WY SB312

American Rescue Plan Act Funds

WY HB1407

State Money Used to Refinance American Rescue Plan Money

WY SF0001

AN ACT to make appropriations for the fiscal biennium commencing July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2028; providing definitions; providing for appropriations and transfers of funds for the period of the budget and for the remainder of the current biennium ending June 30, 2026 as specified; providing for carryover of certain funds beyond the biennium as specified; providing for employee positions as specified; providing for duties, terms and conditions and other requirements relating to appropriations for the remainder of the current biennium ending June 30, 2026 and the period of the budget as specified; providing for position and other budgetary limitations; continuing an account; authorizing grants and loans; discharging interfund loans; funding a higher education program; requiring an audit of funds; making conforming amendments; amending and repealing prior appropriations; and providing for effective dates.

WY SB2780

Relating to the recovery of a gas utility's gross plant placed in service not yet being recovered in rates.

WY A478

Codifies and expands "rescue doctrine" to permit recovery of damages by certain rescuers.

WY SF1691

Grant appropriation to plan and develop an African-American-focused Homeplace model

WY SB2543

Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Funds; amend provisions related to.

WY HB0111

AN ACT relating to state funded capital construction; providing definitions; providing appropriations for purposes related to state funded capital construction and major maintenance; making appropriations subject to terms and conditions as specified; amending prior appropriations; and providing for an effective date.

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