Advocating sound tax policy for a healthy Wyoming economy

Since 1937, the Wyoming Taxpayers Association (WTA) has provided the essential connection and information source between the State’s taxpayers and the Legislature; between what’s important to you and what the public needs to know.

About the WTA

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As a WTA member, we’ll ensure you’re informed of critical issues and receive the most current Wyoming tax information.

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Our Mission

To promote sound tax policy for a healthy Wyoming economy.

Research

Our research is the backbone to our high-quality resources, with the goal of supporting a high-level public dialogue on tax and fiscal issues.

Educate

We believe information is power. We have a duty to educate Wyoming’s citizens about Wyoming’s tax base and how equitable solutions to tax issues can benefit all taxpayers. 

 

Advocate

WTA advocates public policies that make sense for a healthy Wyoming economy. Ultimately, we are the voice of the taxpayer.

The Latest News

Watch Now! WTA Annual Meeting 2020

Watch Now! WTA Annual Meeting 2020

Nov 11, 2020

Welcome to the Wyoming Taxpayers Association's 83rd Annual Meeting Agenda and Sponsors Please Access the links below to watch each live session 8:00am - 10:00am Annual Meeting Session 10:30am - 12:00pm Panel 1: Services vs. Taxes 1:00pm - 2:30pm Panel 2: Response to...

COVID-19 Response

COVID-19 Response

Aug 4, 2020

Please follow the links below for resources and information related to our COVID-19 response.   Click to view the Wyoming COVID-19 Resources Guide (.PDF) Click to view the WTA statement on Federal CARES Act and Wyoming Action (.PDF) Click the view Attachment 1:...

JUSTIFIED
  • Is there a justified need for the tax and is it fiscally prudent?
  • Are existing government funds spent efficiently before considering a new tax?
  • Is the primary goal of the tax to generate revenue or does it modify behavior or influence policy?
EQUITABLE
  • Does the tax impose equal and uniform liabilities upon similarly situated taxpayers?
  • Is the tax constitutional?
  • Does the tax disadvantage one taxpayer over another?
  • Will the tax distort economic behavior?
Stable
  • Is the tax stable and predictable under changing political, economic, regulatory and environmental conditions?
  • Does the tax result in diversification in taxation?
Transparent
  • Is the tax visible, accountable and auditable?
  • Is the tax easy to understand, administer and cost effective to collect?

Calendar of Events

WTA 85th Annual Meeting

November 30, 2022                        8:00 am – 4:00 pm                         Little America Resort                       Cheyenne WY, 82001

 

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