Wyoming

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Statute Initiative

Initiative Rules & Requirements

Signature Requirement: 40,669 signatures required (15% of votes in last general election).
Filing Deadline: February 6, 2026.
Filing Office: https://sos.wyo.gov/Elections/Initiatives_Referendums.aspx
Filing Fee: $1,000
Review Process: Conferences between proponents and SOS/AG to finalize text.
Subject Restrictions: Cannot be used for appropriations or local laws.
Distribution Rules: 15% of voters in 2/3 (16) of the 23 counties.
Circulator Rules: Must be 18+ and a resident of Wyoming.
Ballot Title Process: Secretary of State and AG draft the title and summary.

Notes: Wyoming has one of the highest percentage requirements (15%) and strict geographic distribution rules.

Last verified: 3/29/2026

Signature Requirement: 40,669 signatures required (15% of votes in last general election).
Filing Deadline: February 6, 2026.
Filing Office: https://sos.wyo.gov/Elections/Initiatives_Referendums.aspx
Filing Fee: $1,000
Review Process: Conferences between proponents and SOS/AG to finalize text.
Subject Restrictions: Cannot be used for appropriations or local laws.
Distribution Rules: 15% of voters in 2/3 (16) of the 23 counties.
Circulator Rules: Must be 18+ and a resident of Wyoming.
Ballot Title Process: Secretary of State and AG draft the title and summary.

Last verified: 3/29/2026