Governor, Law Enforcement Agencies Urge Fentanyl Awareness as Presence Increases

With emergency responders seeing a troubling increase in fentanyl overdoses around the state, and fentanyl seizures by law enforcement rising steadily, Governor Gordon has asked his cabinet to develop recommendations for strategies on how to address this public health threat.

Law enforcement reporting shows an increase in the supply of illicit fentanyl passing across the nation’s southern border with Mexico, and the Biden Administration’s refusal to address border security has contributed to the problem. Wyoming is part of the Governor’s Border Strike Force that was assembled to help states work collaboratively to address the issue.

Magpul Governor's Shooting Match Brings The World's Best to Wyoming

The Magpul Wyoming Governor's Match is a summer tradition that features some of the world's best competition shooters. The event provides us the opportunity to recognize the safe and proficient use of firearms while honoring Wyoming's forever commitment to the Second Amendment.

988 Crisis Hotline Debuts

Last month the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline launched a new 988 number, nationwide. Wyoming-based callers who dial 988 can now obtain Wyoming-based coverage 24 hours a day, every day.
In Gillette, the Campbell County Suicide Prevention Coalition has partnered with local businesses to raise awareness for suicide prevention resources and information.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

-- 16 Governors, including Governor Gordon, are urging the Biden Administration to remove it's vaccine mandate for international travelers. 

-- The Governor's Large Projects Manager will keep Wyoming at the forefront of the energy frontier.

-- Three new game wardens earned recognition at the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy. 

-- The Wyoming Department of Family Services is working to prevent fraud.

"I joined 21 other Governors... opposing the $740 billion reconciliation bill being considered by Congress. This bill will harm Wyoming's energy producers and exacerbate inflation." - Governor Mark Gordon