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A lthough Gov. Mark Gordon cautioned lawmakers to remain conservative in their approach to spending money, issues such as rising property taxes, a severe lack of workforce and the need to address …

CHEYENNE — Although Gov. Mark Gordon cautioned lawmakers to remain conservative in their approach to spending money, issues such as rising property taxes, a severe lack of workforce and the

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CHEYENNE — Although Gov. Mark Gordon cautioned lawmakers to remain conservative in their approach to spending money, issues such as rising property taxes, a severe lack of workforce and the

CHEYENNE — Although Gov. Mark Gordon cautioned lawmakers to remain conservative in their approach to spending money, issues such as rising property taxes, a severe lack of workforce and the

CHEYENNE – Wyoming’s economy continues to show signs of health – especially within its workforce.

Cheyenne, WY (RELEASE) October 27, 2023 -- Wyoming’s economy continues to show signs of health – especially within Wyoming’s workforce. Due to the efforts of Governor Gordon and the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) to help citizens get jobs in their communities, fewer individuals are receiving unemployment insurance (UI) benefits. In turn, the state

Wyoming's economy continues to show signs of growth, specifically within the workforce. The most current data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey shows an estimated 18,000 job openings in Wyoming as of July 2023. At that same time, Wyoming only had 1,835

With a low tax burden, Wyoming is attracting business by investing in shovel-ready sites and a skilled workforce.

A program that began in 2020 through the Wyoming Department of Workforce Services is designed to help businesses and potential interns.  The Workforce Development Training Fund has internship grants available to Wyoming businesses and will allow reimbursement of wages for up to 1040 hours/state f