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For 2025 Salazar received a positive score for Competence and Integrity and a negative score for Representation, he has therefore has been ranked as Limited Trust.
Tim Salazar initially served in Fremont County WY House District 34 from 2017 to 2020, and then in Fremont County WY Senate District 26 from 2021 to the present.
He is up for reelection in 2028.
State Sen. Tim Salazar, R-Riverton, who sponsored Senate File 109, said outside voices have the right to express their opinions, but that they don’t necessarily represent the views of most Wyomingites.
“They have every right to make their statements with what they believe,” he told Cowboy State Daily, adding that the criticism falls on mostly deaf ears in Wyoming.
“I don’t think they are in touch with the vast majority of Wyoming citizens or the values that we hold in Wyoming,” he said. “What the people of New Jersey or the District of Columbia believe is right for them is different than what is right for the people of Wyoming.”
From https://cowboystatedaily.com/2023/03/27/sponsor-of-wyomings-chemical-abortion-ban-unfazed-by-global-uproar/
2023
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Salazar received a positive score for all three categories of Representation, Competence and Integrity and therefore has been ranked as High Trust.
2025
Overall Salazar scores a ( – ) for Representation for the Public Conduct issue listed below.
Note: We originally overlooked this Public Conduct issue which ultimately reduces Salazar’s final ranking from High Trust to Limited Trust.
Attendance
In keeping with our grading system, a legislator had to be present and vote on all bills for any 33 days in the 2025 General Session. If a legislator missed any votes on 5 or more days, they receive a negative (-) score. Salazar missed 4 votes across 4 days.
2/4/25: COW vote for SF0068;
2/25/25: Appropriations vote for HB0219;
2/26/25: Appropriations vote for HB0047;
2/27/25: COW vote for HB0299.
Public Conduct
Issue: Privately meeting with dignitaries from other countries; misuse of taxpayers funds for travel.
According to a Mar 11, 2025 Management Council Email Ballot, Senate Vice President Salazar and Senate President Biteman were approved for travel expense reimbursements for a Washington D.C. trip, April 3rd to April 7th, to “strengthen ties between Wyoming and Saudi Arabia”.
There is no acknowledgement anywhere online by any news source whatsoever for this specific event, and we cannot find any public comments before or after this event by Salazar or Biteman.
If the D.C. trip to “strengthen ties between Wyoming and Saudi Arabia” was a legitimate event, then the Governor of Wyoming surely would have also been invited – and the event would have been publicized, or press releases would have been issued in some way or form to notify Wyoming citizens of the happenings and outcomes of this event.
One can only deduce that the event that Senators Salazar and Biteman attended in Washington D.C. was most likely a private event with dignitaries from other countries, in which case Salazar and Biteman had absolutely no business participating in.
We believe this action violates the third paragraph of United States Constitution Article 1, Section 10:
The Constitution of the United States
Article. I. – The Legislative Branch
Section 10 – Powers prohibited of States
No State shall enter into any Treaty, Alliance, or Confederation; grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal; coin Money; emit Bills of Credit; make any Thing but gold and silver Coin a Tender in Payment of Debts; pass any Bill of Attainder, ex post facto Law, or Law impairing the Obligation of Contracts, or grant any Title of Nobility.
No State shall, without the Consent of the Congress, lay any Imposts or Duties on Imports or Exports, except what may be absolutely necessary for executing it’s inspection Laws: and the net Produce of all Duties and Imposts, laid by any State on Imports or Exports, shall be for the Use of the Treasury of the United States; and all such Laws shall be subject to the Revision and Controul of the Congress.
No State shall, without the Consent of Congress, lay any duty of Tonnage, keep Troops, or Ships of War in time of Peace, enter into any Agreement or Compact with another State, or with a foreign Power, or engage in War, unless actually invaded, or in such imminent Danger as will not admit of delay.
Bill Sponsorship
In 2025 Salazar was the primary sponsor of two bills: Wyoming PRIME act; Second Amendment Protection Act amendments.
Committee Assignments
In 2025 Salazar served on the following committees: Management Council; Senate Appropriations (Chairman); Senate Rules & Procedure; Select Committee on Capital Financing & Investments; Select Committee on School Finance Recalibration (Chairman); Select Committee on Tribal Relations.
2023
Overall Salazar scores a (+) for Representation.
Attendance
It appears that Salazar missed one vote in 2023 General Session: Appropriations Committee vote for HB74.
Public Conduct
Salazar appears to behave appropriately in public and to the public.
Sponsorship History
In 2023 Salazar was the primary sponsor of 4 bills, and he co-sponsored 37 bills and 1 joint resolution. Favored sponsorship topics appear to be protection and support of constitutional rights; protection of the unborn and children; education. For more on Salazar see his legislator webpage.
Committee Assignments
2023-Senate Appropriations
2023-Riverton State Office Task Force
Salazar earned a ( + ) for Constitutional Competence with an average of 90% on the constitutional bills listed below. Legislator’s must have a percentage of 85% or higher to receive a final positive (+) score.
Out of a total of 31 bills, Salazar was constitutionally correct on 28 bills – giving him 90%.
For more on the bills used to analyze these scores click here
| 2025 Salazar Vote Scores | Correct votes/Number of bills voted on |
| #1: Separation of Powers; Arbitrary Power Incorrect vote on SF0160. |
1/2 |
| #2: 1st & 2nd Amendments | 3/3 |
| #3: 4th, 5th & 8th Amendments | 4/4 |
| #4: 9th & 10th Amendments | 4/4 |
| #5: Protection of Children, Health & Morality | 4/4 |
| #6: Prohibition of Discrimination | 2/2 |
| #7: Purity of Elections; Apportionment | 8/8 |
| #8: Foreign Entities Incorrect vote on SF0124. |
3/4 |
2023
Salazar scored a (+) for Constitutional Competence with an average of 93.7% on the constitutional issues listed below.
For more on the bills used to analyze these scores click here. Special hat-tip goes out to Evidence Based Wyoming for use of their statistical tool to generate the following vote scores:
| Tim Salazar Constitutional Bill Vote Scores |
|
| Separation of Governmental Powers | 50 |
| 1st Amendment/ Right to Healthcare Decisions (Covid Mandates) | 100 |
| 2nd Amendment / Right to Self Defense | 100 |
| 4th & 5th Amendments | 100 |
| Right to Life/ Pro-Life | 100 |
| Protection of Children/ Parental Rights (Transgender Issues) | 100 |
| Sectarianism Prohibited in Schools (Critical Race Theory Issue) | 100 |
| Civics Education | 100 |
2025
Salazar received a positive ( + ) score for Integrity.
Conflicts
None found.
Employment/Income
According to his 2025/2026 financial disclosure:
- State Senator – Wyoming Legislature
- Other
- Dept of War retirement pension
- Social Security
Travel Reimbursements
According to WyOpen Transparency Platform, in 2025 Salazar was reimbursed $25,638.92 for travel related expenses. Details can be found at his “More Data” tab.
Memberships/Civic Organizations
None found.
Campaign Contributions
In 2024 Salazar received approximately 14 contributions that total approximately $8,820.00, with no noteworthy donations.
2023
Conflicts
Because we have not found any conflicts of interest for Salazar, he receives a (+) for Integrity.
Employment/Income
According to Salazar’s legislative webpage he is retired military. According to ’s 2023 State Elected Officials Financial Disclosure available at Wyofile, he reports income from military pension.
Memberships/Civic Organizations
None found.
Campaign Contributions
From 2014 to 2020 Salazar received approximately 24 contributions that total approximately $24,774.20, with no donations from PACs &/or campaign committees.
CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS TABLE
The table below shows all campaign contributions reported by the WY Secretary of State for Tim Salazar; Timothy Salazar.
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| Contributor Name | Recipient Name | Date | Filing Status | Amount | City State Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BARTO, BEN (DUBOIS) | TIM SALAZAR | 8/10/2024 | FILED | 400 | DUBOIS, WY 82513 |
| WALLACK, JEFF (SHERIDAN) | TIM SALAZAR | 8/1/2024 | FILED | 750 | SHERIDAN, WY 82801 |
| HELMICK, JUDY (SHERIDAN) | TIM SALAZAR | 7/2/2024 | FILED | 100 | SHERIDAN, WY 82801 |
| BINGENHEIMER, ANDREA (DUBOIS) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/24/2024 | FILED | 100 | DUBOIS, WY 82513 |
| WILSON, SUSAN (CHEYENNE) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/8/2024 | FILED | 250 | CHEYENNE, WY 82009 |
| JONES, JOAN (LANDER) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/5/2024 | FILED | 1000 | LANDER, WY 82520 |
| WETZEL, KAREN (LANDER) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/3/2024 | FILED | 20 | LANDER, WY 82520 |
| GOTTFRIED, PETER (WINTER PARK) | TIM SALAZAR | 5/22/2024 | FILED | 1000 | WINTER PARK, FL 32790 |
| BINGENHEIMER, TOM (CODY) | TIM SALAZAR | 5/21/2024 | FILED | 1500 | CODY, WY 82414 |
| BROPHY, CARLEEN (JACKSON) | TIM SALAZAR | 5/17/2024 | FILED | 1500 | JACKSON, WY 83001 |
| BROPHY, DANIEL (JACKSON) | TIM SALAZAR | 5/17/2024 | FILED | 1500 | JACKSON, WY 83001 |
| DOYLE, STEVE (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 5/17/2024 | FILED | 400 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| KAHIN, BRIAN (DUBOIS) | TIM SALAZAR | 5/16/2024 | FILED | 200 | DUBOIS, WY 82513 |
| PILANT, MARY LYNN (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 5/16/2024 | FILED | 100 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| THORNTON, STEPHEN (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 8/20/2020 | FILED | 25 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| SALAZAR, TIM (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 8/7/2020 | FILED | 158 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| SALAZAR, TIM (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 7/20/2020 | FILED | 1190 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| GOTTFRIED, PETER (DUBOIS) | TIM SALAZAR | 7/18/2020 | FILED | 500 | DUBOIS, WY 82513 |
| BINGENHEIMER, TOM (DUBOIS) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/24/2020 | FILED | 500 | DUBOIS, WY 82513 |
| SALAZAR, TIM (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/16/2020 | FILED | 500 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| HELMICK, JUDITH (DUBOIS) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/9/2020 | FILED | 100 | DUBOIS, WY 82513 |
| SALAZAR, TIM (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/8/2020 | FILED | 5600 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| SALAZAR, TIM (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/2/2020 | FILED | 750 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| SALAZAR, TIM (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 6/1/2020 | FILED | 3070.64 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| KAHIN, BRIAN (DUBOIS) | TIM SALAZAR | 5/30/2020 | FILED | 100 | DUBOIS, WY 82513 |
| SALAZAR, TIM (RIVERTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 5/15/2020 | FILED | 2180.56 | RIVERTON, WY 82501 |
| BROPHY, CARLEEN (JACKSON) | TIM SALAZAR | 3/27/2019 | FILED | 1400 | JACKSON, WY 83001 |
| BROPHY, DAN (JACKSON) | TIM SALAZAR | 3/27/2019 | FILED | 1400 | JACKSON, WY 83001 |
| MILLS, TIM (WASHINGTON) | TIM SALAZAR | 3/21/2019 | FILED | 1500 | WASHINGTON, WY 20006 |
2025 Salazar Travel Related Reimbursements
| Check Date | Agency Name | Vendor Name | Expenditure Category | Description | Line Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/27/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $2,297.00 |
| 1/27/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $189.00 |
| 2/10/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $2,492.00 |
| 2/24/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $2,492.00 |
| 3/10/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $2,136.00 |
| 3/10/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $189.00 |
| 4/10/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $339.00 |
| 4/10/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $339.00 |
| 4/10/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $189.00 |
| 4/10/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $189.00 |
| 4/10/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel Out Of State | Lodging | $942.20 |
| 4/10/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel Out Of State | Common Carrier | $827.52 |
| 4/25/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $678.00 |
| 4/25/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $378.00 |
| 5/15/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $678.00 |
| 5/15/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $378.00 |
| 5/28/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $49.00 |
| 6/18/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel Out Of State | Lodging | $1,280.08 |
| 6/18/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel Out Of State | Common Carrier | $912.04 |
| 6/18/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel Out Of State | Actual Meal Expense (Rcpt >15) | $229.78 |
| 6/19/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $500.00 |
| 6/19/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $378.00 |
| 6/19/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $356.00 |
| 6/19/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $168.00 |
| 7/2/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $517.00 |
| 7/2/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $345.80 |
| 8/21/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $178.00 |
| 8/21/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $218.40 |
| 9/11/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $517.00 |
| 9/11/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $168.00 |
| 10/28/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $517.00 |
| 10/28/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $168.00 |
| 11/5/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $436.50 |
| 11/5/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $146.30 |
| 11/6/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $356.00 |
| 11/6/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $251.30 |
| 12/4/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $517.00 |
| 12/4/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $378.00 |
| 12/24/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | M&Ie Allowance (Rate Table) | $1,941.00 |
| 12/24/2025 | Legislative Service Office | Timothy Salazar | Travel In State | Vehicle Reimbursement | $378.00 |