Cheyenne, Wyoming – Wyoming
Senate President Eli Bebout and House Speaker Steve Harshman released the
following statement today on the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 45th
President of the United States.
“Today is truly a historic day. The
inauguration of a new president in the United States of America marks another peaceful
and orderly transition of power that has served us well for more than 240 years,”
said Speaker Harshman. “The office of the Presidency is so much bigger than any
individual. Regardless of your politics, I hope we can all come together today
to celebrate our great nation, our history and our democracy.”
“The inauguration of Donald Trump marks a new
chapter for Wyoming, one that I hope means greater control for our state,” said
Senate President Bebout. “Federal overreach over the past eight years has
impacted Wyoming at nearly every level – from energy production and land
management, to education and healthcare. I am hopeful that under a Trump
Administration, we will see a transition of power and responsibility back to
the people and lawmakers of Wyoming. I look forward to working with President
Trump’s Administration and our congressional delegation in Washington on
policies and regulations the impact Wyoming people, communities and
businesses.”
“With 67 percent of our minerals owned by the
federal government, we are hopeful that the new Administration will work with
Wyoming so we can move our great state forward,” said Speaker Harshman.
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