Committee advances severance‑tax reduction for CO2 EOR projects after split vote

Jan 17, 2025

The Senate Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee advanced Senate File 18, a proposal to reduce severance tax for CO2‑based enhanced oil recovery projects in Wyoming, on a 4‑1 vote.

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The Senate Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee advanced Senate File 18 by roll call, a bill that would provide a severance‑tax reduction intended to lower costs for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) projects that use CO2 produced in Wyoming. The committee approved the bill 4‑1; Senator Rothfuss cast the lone no vote.

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