Capitol Conversations: Pre-Session Insights with Rep. Sarah Penn - Episode 055

In this episode of Eye on the Issues, we sit down with Rep. Sarah Penn, representative of House District 33 in Wyoming, as she discusses the pressing bills set to hit the state legislature in the upcoming budget session. 

First on the docket is HB 78, a bill titled "Pornography and Obscenity Crimes and Penalties." Sarah elaborates on the bill's objectives, which aim to redefine obscenity laws to include visual depictions of rape and sexual abuse, increase penalties for distributing obscene materials to minors, and enforce age verification for accessing adult content online. 

Moving forward, Sarah sheds light on HB 49, the "By the People Act," designed to enhance government transparency by ensuring public access to meetings, incorporating remote live access options, and mandating the availability of meeting minutes and recordings for public review. 

The discussion further delves into HB 115, which focuses on blood donation disclosures regarding mRNA vaccinations. Sarah highlights the necessity for transparency in blood donations, emphasizing the need to track mRNA vaccination history and offer options for non-vaccinated blood in non-emergency situations. 

Beyond these bills, Sarah shares insights into other legislative proposals on gun control, gender-based legislation, and fiscal responsibility in the face of Wyoming's surplus and increasing taxes. 

Join us as we explore the intricacies of Wyoming's legislative landscape with Rep. Penn, advocating for the interests and well-being of Wyoming's citizens in the heart of the state legislature. 

Stay tuned for more updates and discussions on Eye on the Issues, your window into the critical matters shaping our communities.