Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
Serving all of Eastern Laramie County since 1908
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Central to our great republic is our representative democracy. I have the honor of representing my district for twelve years and I am one of the longest serving members currently in the Wyoming Legislature. It is a responsibility I take very seriously. As the person selected to vote on behalf of my district in the Legislature, I know I cannot make everyone happy, but I do the due diligence and my very best to ensure the voices of the people in District 10 are heard. Representation is one of the hallmarks of our great nation. It is my highest...
The first half of the 64th Wyoming State Legislature Budget Session concluded last week. In addition to addressing the Budget, the legislature is also working our way through a number of other important bills aimed at diversifying Wyoming’s economy for the long-term, making government more accountable and efficient and ensuring our schools and local communities have the adequate funding they need. I am honored to chair the House Transportation, Highways and Military Affairs Committee. Our committee has moved forward a number of important b...
Representative John Eklund spoke about the recent decisions in the Wyoming House of Representatives and was pleased with the congruency of the decisions between the communities, counties and legislature. "The House approved $175,000 for the hardship model for communities," Eklund explained. "It was great to see the communities and counties agreeing with us for this model. Some of the bigger towns and counties could have overpowered the smaller ones but they didn't." Eklund was also pleased with... Full story
Dear Neighbors I’d like to briefly explain Senate File 0104 and the changes made to the duties of our State Superintendent. My decision wasn’t taken lightly, it is the most heart wrenching “aye” vote that I will probably ever make. This bill makes the fuel tax seem easy and makes me yearn for my life back on the farm. When you sent me to represent you, I don’t believe you expected me to do what was easy. I’m not sure what I need to say about this bill, so I’ll touch on a few concerns that... Full story
Dear Neighbors, As most of you know, the Wyoming State Legislature is in session and we have some difficult issues. The House has just passed on third reading the 10 cent increase in fuel tax. I was an “aye” vote, which, considering my usual conservative stance on taxes may surprise you. I think it’s fair to say that the tax appeared to have an equal amount of support as well as opposition, especially the Ag groups, they were anywhere from adamantly in favor to likewise opposed to divided down... Full story