Last month, your organization travelled to our nation’s capital to participate in the US Travel Association’s “Destination Capitol Hill” and the National Restaurant Association’s “Public Affairs Conference.” Members of the Wyoming Hospitality and Travel Coalition, the Wyoming Tourism Board, Cheyenne Frontier Days and the University of Wyoming WORTH program met with Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis to discuss key issues impacting our industry.

75 years of enhancing the business climate, profit, and economic impact of Wyoming’s hospitality, travel, and tourism industries!

I hope this message finds you well. While the recent Wyoming legislative session has come to a close, our work as advocates for the hospitality and tourism industry is far from over. As dedicated members of WHTC, it is crucial that we continue to champion the interests of our industry throughout the year.

The 68th Wyoming Legislature’s general session concluded last Thursday. 

The 68th Wyoming Legislature begins its final week today. The general session will last 37 working days until Thursday, March 6 (they will have three extra days available if needed.)  There are a total of 555 bills and resolutions listed on the legislature’s website to date.

The 68th Wyoming Legislature begins its seventh week today. The general session will last 37 working days until Thursday, March 6 (three extra days will be available if needed.)  To date, the legislature's website lists 555 bills and resolutions.

What do Wyoming Governor’s Hospitality & Tourism Convention attendees appreciate the most? The opportunity to connect with industry leaders across the region! Lucky enough, if you missed Gov Con this year or you’re looking to deepen relationships within our sector, there are several ways to engage with WHTC and our members year-round.

The 68th Wyoming Legislature begins its sixth week today. The general session will last 37 working days until Thursday, March 6 (three extra days will be available if needed.)  To date, the legislature's website lists 555 bills and resolutions.

The 68th Wyoming Legislature begins its fifth week today. The general session will last 37 working days until Thursday, March 6. (Three extra days will be available if needed.)  To date, the legislature's website lists 555 bills and resolutions. 

The 68th Wyoming Legislature begins its fourth week today. The general session will last 37 working days until Thursday, March 6. (Three extra days will be available if needed.)  To date, the legislature's website lists 555 bills and resolutions. 

The Wyoming Hospitality and Travel Coalition (WHTC) is thrilled to announce that Wyoming Office of Tourism Executive Director Diane Shober was recognized as the 2025 Big WYO Award winner at the Governor’s Tourism Conference this week.

The 68th Wyoming Legislature begins its third week today. The general session will last 37 working days until Thursday, March 6 (three extra days are available if needed). To date, 468 bills are listed on the legislature’s website. We expect somewhere around 500 bills this session.  

The 68th Wyoming Legislature begins its second week today. The general session will last 37 working days until Thursday, March 6 (they will have three extra days available if needed). To date, 394 bills are listed on the legislature’s website. We expect somewhere around 500 bills this session. 

The 68th Wyoming Legislature will convene tomorrow, January 14, for the 2025 general session. The session will last 37 working days until Thursday, March 6 (they will have three extra days available if needed). To date, the legislature’s website lists 260 bills. We expect somewhere around 500 bills this session.  

The 68th Wyoming Legislature will convene next Tuesday, January 14, for the 2025 general session. The general session will last 37 working days until Thursday, March 6 (three extra days are available if needed). A total of 204 bills are listed on the legislature’s website to date. We expect somewhere around 500 bills this session.

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends. We are thankful for your support every day of the year. The Wyoming Hospitality and Travel Coalition is a member-driven organization with the primary goal of enhancing the business climate, profit, and economic impact of Wyoming’s hospitality, travel, and tourism industries. Without your ongoing support, we simply would not exist.

It’s time to meet with legislators in advance of the 2025 Legislative Session! 

We hope that this newsletter finds you well and wrapping up a successful summer season. Your association has been engaged in all things election this summer, meeting with candidates and ensuring they understand the value of Wyoming's hospitality and tourism industries.

Happy Spring! We hope that this finds you well and your business thriving and getting ready for a busy summer season.

The Wyoming Legislature concluded the 2024 budget session last Friday, agreeing to a biennium budget that has been sent to Governor Mark Gordon for consideration and signature.

There ended up being a total 366 bills and resolutions posted for consideration.