Representative John Bear joins us on this episode of Eye on the Issues. Hear his take on the 2023 legislative session with its sometimes challenging situations within the highly divided body. The discussion includes high points with pro-life bills, crossover voting, and low points with the failure of school choice and other important bills for the ...

Dear Councilmembers, Cheyenne is a remarkable city with a rich history in our magnificent state, often viewed as a tested and proven leader for our smaller communities. As you demonstrated on Wednesday evening, you know that Cheyenne is in no position to make such an impactful decision that could be replicated across numerous communities with no fu...

A new episode of "Eye on the Issues" is here, packed with information. Jessie Rubino, the Wyoming State Director for the State Freedom Caucus Network, weighs in on the wins and losses of the 2023 Wyoming legislative session from their perspective. Like so many, they too were saddened to see the legislative failure for families across Wyoming regard...

In this Eye on the Issues episode, Majority Floor Leader Senator Larry Hicks joins us. Senator Hicks goes through, what he calls, a mixed bag of outcomes from the 2023 legislative session that just recently ended.Hear the Senators take on essential issues for Wyoming, such as ESG laws, Medicaid expansion, marijuana, and school choice.

In this Eye on the Issues episode, Wyoming Secretary of State Chuck Gray, joins us. Hear his take on the good, the bad, and the ugly from this year's 2023 legislative session. There were wins such as his number one priority, crossover voting, and some bills he was disappointed to see fail, such as the bill that would have brought education savings ...

In this Eye on the Issues episode, Wyoming Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder joins us. Born and raised in Wyoming in a 6th generation ranch family, Megan Degenfelder embodies the spirit of Wyoming. She shares with us what drove her decision to leave a successful career in the fossil fuel industry and go into public service, alo...

In the latest episode of "Eye on the Issues," State Treasurer Curt Meier joins host Mike Garofalo. The Treasurer shares his views on the recent legislative session and a breakdown of what a State Treasurer does. Together they discuss where the Treasurer stands on Wyoming's efforts to develop a stable token plus ESG Laws and what they mean for Wyomi...

In this Eye on the Issues episode, host Mike Garofalo speaks with Pueblo, CO ER physician Dr. Brad Roberts. We talked to Dr. Roberts in 2019 and wanted to catch up with him to see what he has witnessed in the last four years. Has marijuana use in Colorado changed? What advice would he give the state of Wyoming? Should politics or science take the l...

In this episode, Wyoming State Auditor Kristi Racines joins host Mike Garofalo. The Auditor gives us an inside look at what a state auditor does and why the position is essential. Wyoming has come a long way in transparency, and Kristi Racines has been a big part of that. The Auditor takes us through the steps of the creation of WyOpen.gov and expl...

In this episode, Senator Lynn Hutchings sits down with host Mike Garofalo for an in-depth conversation on her most important issues in this legislative session. She is sponsoring some significant legislation, including using state-issued concealed carry permits as voter identification and working on a national problem referred to as a pharmacy bene...

In this episode, host Mike Garofalo is joined by Representative Jeanette Ward of House District 57. Representative Ward is the perfect example of someone who moved to Wyoming to live the lifestyle we all hold so dear. Be sure to listen in as she describes the bills she championed this session and what she loves most about Wyoming.Note to parents:Al...

Dr. John MansellIn virtually every other part of our lives, we consider price when making a purchase decision. This is why it is very unlikely that you are driving a Ferrari.Except in healthcare, where bills are high enough to look like you are buying a Ferrari. Why is that?The healthcare industry sector has been so distorted by its artificial mark...

In this episode, host Mike Garofalo speaks with Representative Sarah Penn about her bill HB0119. This legislation relates to providers being able to prescribe medications for things other than what the FDA has approved. Representative Penn also shares her commitment to the citizens of Wyoming and the personal story of how she came to live in Wyomin...

Children are precious and they are our future inheritance. In today's media-driven culture, it's more important to put bills like SF0144 into place now than ever. Children are too easily confused and led astray. They need time to grow and mature in their god-given bodies. They deserve protection, not mutilation.  In episode 003, Senator Anthon...

Wyoming physician Dr. John Mansell joins host Mike Garofalo. Dr. Mansell is an MIT grad, retired Army Colonel, biotech company founder, and a practicing Wyoming pain physician. In this episode, Dr. Mansell shares real-life facts surrounding the highly contentious topic of Medicaid Expansion. At the time of the interview, HB0080 - Medical treatment ...

Host Mike Garofalo sits down with Senator Dan Laursen from Senate District 19. Senator Laursen has served in the Wyoming Legislature since 2015. In this episode, they discuss the Senator's thoughts on Medicaid Expansion, the future of marijuana in Wyoming, and more.

SF144, better known as Chloe's Law, is an essential piece of legislation for Wyoming. This video is footage from this morning's Senate Labor, Health & Social Services meeting. The bill passed the committee unanimously. If SF144 passes into law, it will prohibit physicians from performing procedures for children related to gender transitioning a...

Another critical bill to watch as it progresses through the 2023 Wyoming legislative session. Testimony in this video took place on Friday, January 27th, when it passed the committee in a 3-2-0-0-0 vote. It has since passed the third reading in the Senate with a 22-9-0-0-0 vote and was received for introduction in the House on 2-2-23.

Charter schools can positively impact every community. It should be an easy process. SF174 is an important bill to follow and there are great pieces of testimony from this meeting. To read the bill click here.

Video footage is from the House Minerals, Business and Economic Development meeting held on January 25, 2023. Be sure to watch as legislators ask important questions about this bill. House Bill 91, a "news source shield law" that is now before the Wyoming Legislature, relies on a narrower definition, and would prevent the government from forcing in...