Last mentioned: Mar 9, 2026
Expected Litigation
Reproductive rights advocates are expected to file for an emergency stay in state court.
Heartbeat Bill Enacted
Wyoming officially bans abortion at the point of detectable cardiac activity.
Life is a Human Right Act
Governor Mark Gordon signs a near-total abortion ban, which is immediately challenged in court.
Healthcare Amendment Passed
Wyoming voters approve Article 1, Section 38, protecting the right to make individual healthcare decisions.
Wyoming has enacted a restrictive 'heartbeat' bill prohibiting abortions once cardiac activity is detected, typically at six weeks of pregnancy. This legislative move is expected to trigger immediate litigation centered on the Wyoming Constitution's unique healthcare autonomy protections.