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Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon released his budget proposal for the next two fiscal years during a news conference earlier this week. Inflation and workforce issues were among the topics Gordon addressed during the conference. Sheridan Medias’ Ron Richter has the details.
Governor Gordon Discusses Inflation Rate and Workforce Challenges
The governor said during his address that Wyoming saw its highest inflation rate in more than a decade in the second quarter of 2021 with a rate of 7.7 percent.
Governor Gordon
Gordon also addressed the state’s workforce challenges and how it relates to the high inflation rate.
Governor Gordon
Gordon said more than 90 percent of state employees are currently being paid below 2017 market rates.
Governor Gordon
To try and make sure Wyoming can at least compete to keep workers, Gordon, in his $2.3 billion budget, is proposing a market adjustment for state employees. Gordon is scheduled to appear before the Joint Appropriations Committee at 8 am on December 1.
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Last modified: November 18, 2021