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House TRW advances bill to broaden select committee scope after restoring banking referral
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Summary
The TRW committee amended House Bill 17 to broaden the Select Committee on Blockchain and Financial Technology to 'emerging technologies' while reinstating language that retains standing committee (Minerals, Business and Economic Development) oversight for Title 13 (banking) matters; HB17 passed committee 8–0 (1 excused).
The House Travel, Recreation and Wildlife Committee advanced House Bill 17 after agreeing to two changes that broaden and clarify the select committee's remit. Representative Singh, sponsor of the committee bill, told members the measure expands the Select Committee on Blockchain, Financial Technology and Digital Innovation Technology to cover 'emerging technologies' beyond strictly digital topics. Singh said the change is meant to give the legislature flexibility to study new technologies when they do not fit neatly into existing committee jurisdiction.
During page‑by‑page review, the committee adopted an amendment to reinstate language requiring that proposed legislation related to Title 13 (banking) be referred to the Minerals, Business and Economic Development Interim Committee for consideration. The Wyoming Bankers Association, represented in committee by Scott Meyer, had urged retaining that referral because Title 13 involves complex banking regulation and community reinvestment obligations. "We think that's very vital," Meyer said, urging the committee to avoid unintended consequences for community banks.
After a brief discussion and a page‑by‑page review, the committee took a roll call vote on HB17 as amended. The clerk announced the tally: eight ayes, one excused. Chairman Byron thanked Representative Singh and the committee for their work; the bill will proceed to the floor with the committee amendments.
