Wyoming Lawmakers to Recess Until Wednesday, Poised to Override Vetoes

Legislature meets Friday but not Monday or Tuesday to position themselves to challenge any rejections from the governor.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Wyoming Legislature is in the final days of the 2026 budget session. Thursday was the last day for third reading of legislation, and Friday is the last opportunity for lawmakers to send bills to Governor Mark Gordon's desk. However, the House and Senate will recess Friday and not return until Wednesday, when they will have the chance to override any potential vetoes by the governor.

Why it matters

This strategic recess allows the legislature to maintain the ability to override any vetoes by the governor, which was an issue in 2024 when the legislature had already adjourned before the governor signed the budget bill. Lawmakers are taking steps this year to avoid being in that position again.

The details

The legislature is taking this recess approach so that the 72-hour window the governor has to decide on bills does not expire before they can reconvene to potentially override any vetoes. To override a gubernatorial veto, two-thirds of both chambers must vote to do so. Around 40 bills are awaiting the governor's decision, including the budget bill.

  • Thursday was the last day for third reading of legislation.
  • Friday is the last opportunity for lawmakers to send bills to Governor Mark Gordon's desk.
  • The House and Senate will recess on Friday and not return until Wednesday.

The players

Mark Gordon

The Governor of Wyoming.

Chip Neiman

The Speaker of the Wyoming House of Representatives.

Wyoming Freedom Caucus

A group of conservative lawmakers in Wyoming who called for a special session in 2024 to override the governor's decisions on the budget and other bills.

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What they’re saying

“It is extremely difficult to assemble a Legislature two weeks after [adjournment].”

— Chip Neiman, Speaker of the House (wyofile.com)

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