WYOMING — The Wyoming State Legislature will convene for a special session on May 15 and May 16 to consider four bills aimed at providing critical relief and support to Wyoming communities, hospitals, workers, and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.

They will appropriate some of the funds from the $1.25 billion in emergency funding directed to Wyoming from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

Live-streaming will be available for the entire session, and members of the public and media are encouraged to tune in. The session will commence at 8:00 a.m. on both Friday and Saturday, provided business is not completed on Friday.

Watch the session live here, provide feedback to legislators, look at the proposed bills, and view the FAQ on the special session using these links.

The bills being considered during this special session will help direct a significant portion of federal funds to Wyoming hospitals and healthcare operations, local governments, state unemployment, and worker’s compensation as well as a program to support Wyoming small businesses.