S. 2273In markupEnvironment & energy
Senate bill updates Wyoming school trust fund language
Data as of July 11, 2026
Wyoming's school trust fund law is updated to allow all types of investment earnings — not just interest — to fund public schools.35-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill updates a word in Wyoming's original 1890 statehood law. It replaces "interest of" with "earnings on" when describing how money from public land trust funds can be used for schools. This means all types of investment returns, such as dividends and capital gains, are now clearly covered, not only traditional interest payments.
Who does it affect?
Wyoming public school students are most directly affected. State agencies that manage school trust lands and funds are also affected.
Why does it matter?
The old wording came from 1890, before modern investment tools existed. Updating the language makes the law match how trust funds actually generate income today.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee — You are here
- Senate vote
- House
- President's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
Wyoming Education Trust Modernization Act
- Introduced:
- July 14, 2025
- Latest action:
- December 17, 2025
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
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