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Wyoming Business Council Review Scheduled for June 22
Photo: Matthew Idler Photography A debate over whether taxpayer dollars should fund state economic development left Wyoming's primary economic development agency operating on reduced funding and under formal legislative review. The next public step in that process is a committee meeting on June 22 in Lander — and the agenda includes proposed legislation. What Is the Wyoming Business Council? The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is a state agency created by the Wyoming Legislatu
The U.S. Chamber Just Opened Three Programs for Small Businesses. Here's What's Available.
Free AI training, a national awards program with a July 23 deadline, and grants for veteran-owned businesses — here's what the U.S. Chamber launched and why it matters for Wyoming.
The $580 Billion Road Bill Just Cleared a Major Hurdle — Here's Where It Stands
The BUILD America 250 Act passed committee 61–2 last week. Wyoming has billions in federal highway funding on the line. Here's what the bill does and what still has to happen.
Wyoming Business Alliance Launches Statewide Listening Tour to Hear Directly From Business Owners
Wyoming Business Alliance Voices of Business Listening Tour 2026, featuring the Wyoming Innovation Partnership.
The Visitors Are Coming. Here's What Wyoming's Outdoor Economy Actually Means for Your Business.
A new University of Wyoming report shows outdoor recreation contributes $2.3 billion to Wyoming's economy and supports 4.5% of the state's GDP. Here's what that means for every Wyoming business this season.
Wyoming's Economy in Focus: What the Latest Numbers Mean for Your Business
Oil crossed $100 a barrel, employment finally ticked up, but housing permits are falling and fuel costs are climbing. Here's an honest look at Wyoming's economic picture right now.
Rise — Lessons About Economic Development from Dick, Sheila and the Colonel
Wyoming Chamber President Dale Steenbergen shares three lessons from early mentors on what real economic development looks like — and why small business is the foundation we keep overlooking.
Wyoming Breaks Ground on the Nation's First Advanced Nuclear Power Plant
Construction is underway on TerraPower's Natrium plant in Kemmerer — the first utility-scale advanced nuclear power plant in the United States. Here's what it means for Wyoming's energy future, its workforce, and its businesses.
States Are Rewiring Higher Education Around Workforce Needs
Seven states are redesigning higher education around workforce outcomes through the Opportunity Alliance. Here's what that means and where Wyoming stands.
Wyoming's Stormwater Infrastructure: Understanding What's at Stake
From Casper's 3,900-year backlog to Jackson's water quality fight, Wyoming's stormwater challenge is bigger than most realize. Here's what businesses need to understand before the May 7 committee hearing.
Wyoming's Stormwater Debate: Who Should Have the Final Say?
The Wyoming Chamber is monitoring stormwater infrastructure discussions heading to the Select Water Committee on May 7. Here's what businesses across Wyoming need to know.
The Future Wyoming Workforce Is Sitting in a Classroom Right Now
Wyoming employers are struggling to find job-ready workers. A new national program launching in 2026-27 aims to fix that — and Wyoming businesses can help make it happen locally. Here's what you need to know.
Don't Let Washington Break What's Already Working for Wyoming's Small Businesses
Wyoming Chamber President Dale Steenbergen speaks out against the Durbin-Marshall credit card routing mandates and what they would mean for Wyoming's small businesses — and what you can do about it.
AI Is No Longer Just for Big Business — Here's How Wyoming Businesses Can Get Started
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce launched a free AI training program for small businesses. Here's how Wyoming businesses can access it and why it matters.
Wyoming's Roads and Bridges Are on the Line: What the Coming Infrastructure Battle Means for Business
Federal surface transportation funding expires September 30, 2026. Here's what Wyoming businesses need to know about the coming infrastructure reauthorization battle and what's at stake for our roads, bridges, and economy.
$166 Billion in Tariff Refunds Are Coming — Here's What Wyoming Importers Need to Know
CBP's CAPE tariff refund system launches April 20, 2026. Wyoming businesses in oil, gas, mining, and manufacturing may be owed refunds. Here's what to do right now.
Built for Business: How Wyoming Small Businesses Can Make the Most of the New Tax Law
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act brings permanent tax changes for small businesses. Here's what Wyoming business owners need to know about the QBI deduction, bonus depreciation, and more.
Still Standing, But Watching Closely: The State of Small Business in Wyoming
National small business data shows resilience but growing uncertainty. Here's what the latest numbers mean for Cheyenne and Wyoming small business owners.
The DHS Shutdown Is Hurting Wyoming Businesses — Here's Where Things Stand
Now approaching two months, the partial government shutdown continues to threaten one of Wyoming's most vital economic engines just as spring travel season begins. What started on February 14, 2026 has now become the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history — approaching 55 days with no firm resolution in sight. The Department of Homeland Security has been operating without full funding, and the impact is being felt at airports across the country — including those
Wyoming Was Part of the Launch: Artemis II and What It Means for American Business
A Gillette company helped send astronauts to the moon. Here's why that matters for Wyoming's business community. On April 1, 2026, NASA's Artemis II mission launched four astronauts on the first crewed mission to deep space in more than 50 years. It's a landmark moment for American innovation — and Wyoming had a direct hand in getting it off the ground. L&H Industrial, a heavy industrial manufacturing company based in Gillette, Wyoming, built and engineered the flame deflecto
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