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Gov. Mark Gordon announced Thursday morning he will not seek a third term as the chief executive of the state.
In a press release from his office, Gordon said his team’s attention will remain on “essential pillars like supporting core industries, growing Wyoming's economy, strengthening local communities and families, and safeguarding Wyoming's vital natural resources.”
The governor said he wanted to “run through the tape” and claimed a “solid legislative win” in this year’s budget sussen as he begins an exit from his eight-year tenure.
He said he plans to hold a series of community visits across the state starting in June, including tours of downtown storefronts, public forums in parks and other events.
Leading up to the Aug. 18 primary, he said he’ll have a continued focus on the steps needed to benefit the state, including “protecting our resilient property tax base that funds local services like education, fire protection, police services and others, as well as honoring local control, investing in our future through smart saving and continued stewardship of our wildlife, land, and water. “
Four candidates are currently seeking the soon-to-be vacancy in Cheyenne: Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder, current state Sen. Eric Barlow (R-Gillette), former U.S. Marine Brent Bien and Joseph Kibler, who recently switched from Republican to the Constitution Party.
