Wyoming 2022 Regular Session

Wyoming Senate Bill SF0070

Introduced
2/16/22  
Report Pass
2/24/22  
Engrossed
3/2/22  

Caption

Revisor's bill.

Impact

The passage of SF0070 is set to have a significant impact on Wyoming law by refining and updating existing statutes. The bill addresses parts of the law that may confuse or mislead practitioners, thereby improving the clarity of legal language. By removing outdated provisions, it helps streamline legal processes and ensures that statutory language reflects current laws and practices, ultimately benefiting both the government and the citizens of Wyoming who rely on these regulations.

Summary

Senate File 0070, known as the Revisor's Bill, is a legislative effort to correct statutory references and language that contain inadvertent errors and omissions from previously adopted legislation. This act aims to amend various statutes across multiple domains, including education and business regulations, by eliminating obsolete references and repealing outdated provisions. The bill is primarily concerned with ensuring consistency and accuracy in the state’s legal framework, which is essential for effective governance and administration.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SF0070 has generally been supportive, with legislators recognizing the necessity of maintaining an accurate and effective legal framework. There is broad consensus on the importance of revising and updating legal references to reduce ambiguity. As is common with legislative measures that seek to modify existing laws, there may be some opposition from specific groups or individuals concerned about the implications of certain repeals; however, the overall atmosphere in legislative discussions suggests that the bill is seen as a positive step toward legal clarity.

Contention

While SF0070 does not seem to have significant points of contention, discussions around any legislative update can bring up debates about the specific implications of repealing certain provisions. Opponents may voice concerns about potential gaps left by the repeal of obsolete laws or about the specificity of the amendments made. However, the general objective of the bill—to correct statutory references and improve legislative documents—seems to overshadow these concerns, leading to strong bipartisan support.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

WY SF0080

Omnibus water bill-construction.

WY HB0052

Revisor's bill.

WY HB0010

Tribal reference amendments.

WY HB0073

Omnibus water bill-planning.

WY SF0055

Insurance sandbox.

WY SF0027

Dissolution of county boards-authority.

WY HB0147

Annual cash based budget development.

WY HB0049

Election reporting requirements.

WY SF0031

Absenteeism and truancy.

WY HB0042

Local government distributions.

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