US Constitution

Question 1

In regard to political equality, Wyoming was a pioneer in what respect?

Answer 1

The Wyoming State Constitution was the first in the nation to grant suffrage to women.

Question 2

According to the preamble, what was the fundamental purpose of the convention resulting in the
Constitution of Wyoming?

Answer 2

The Constitution is designed to secure and perpetuate civil, political and religious liberty for the
people of Wyoming.

Question 3

What are the constitutional provisions regarding religion?

Answer 3

(a) No religious test shall ever be applied to voting or holding office;
(b) The exercise of any religious faith shall not be interfered with;
(c) No public money shall be appropriated for any society or institution under religious
control.

Question 4

What is meant by treason against the state?

Answer 4

Treason is defined as levying war against it, or aiding, comforting and adhering to its enemy.

Question 5

Can private property be taken for public use without the owner’s consent?

Answer 5

Yes, under the state’s power of eminent domain, if the owner is given due compensation.

Question 6

To whom do the unoccupied and non-appropriated lands within Wyoming belong?

Answer 6

These lands belong to the United States Government.

Question 7

. How is the Constitution of Wyoming amended?

Answer 7

An amendment must be passed by a two-thirds vote in each house of the legislature and be approved
by a majority of those voting in the next general election.

Question 8

What are the qualifications of a voter?

Answer 8

He/she must be 18 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and must have complied with all applicable registration laws.

Question 9

What is the requirement regarding registering to vote?

Answer 9

A citizen must be registered according to law before he/she can vote in any general or
special election.

Question 10

When are general elections held?

Answer 10

On the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of all even numbered years.

Question 11

If voters are absent from home or unable to get to their voting places, how may they cast their ballots?

Answer 11

These voters can exercise their right by requesting an absentee ballot from the county clerk.

Question 12

12. What are two of the provisions in the Constitution regarding ballots?

Answer 12

The names of all candidates for the same office are to appear on the same ballot, and ballots are to be cast in private.

Question 13

13. What are the three departments of the state government and the duty of each?

Answer 13

Legislative - to make laws.
Executive - to enforce laws.
Judicial - to interpret laws.

Question 14

14. What officers are subject to impeachment?

Answer 14

The Governor and other state officers excluding justices of the peace may be impeached.

Question 15

15. What makes up the Legislative branch?

Answer 15

The legislature of the State of Wyoming is composed of a Senate and House of Representatives.

Question 16

16. When are members of the legislature elected? When do they take office?

Answer 16

They are elected on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even
numbered years and take office the first Monday in January.

Question 17

17. What is the term of office of the members of each house?

Answer 17

The Senate serves a four year term. The House of Representatives serve two years.

Question 18

18. Give the qualifications for a state senator.

Answer 18

He/she must be 25 years old, a citizen of the United States and of Wyoming, and must have resided at least 12 months preceding his/her election in the county or district from which he/she is chosen.

Question 19

19. Give the qualifications for a state representative.

Answer 19

He/ she must be 21 years old, a citizen of the United States and of Wyoming, and must have resided at least 12 months preceding his/her election in the county or district from which
he/she is chosen.

Question 20

What limitations are placed on members of the legislature as to salary and the holding of other office

Answer 20

They may not hold any office except that of notary public or office in the militia, and their
salary cannot be increased during their term of office.

Question 21

When does the legislature meet?

Answer 21

The legislature meets at 12:00 o’clock noon, on the second Tuesday of January succeeding the general election. They may also meet on the second Tuesday in January of even numbered years for a budget session, or whenever an extra session is called by the Governor.

Question 22

here does the legislature meet?

Answer 22

t is the limitation on the length of sessions of the Legislature?

Question 23

Who are the presiding officers of each house?

Answer 23

A President leads the Senate and a Speaker presides over the House, each being elected by the respective houses.

Question 24

How does a bill pass the legislature?

Answer 24

A bill must be passed in identical form by a majority vote of both houses.

Question 25

What is meant by a quorum, and how is it reached in the legislature?

Answer 25

A quorum is the number necessary to transact business. A majority of each house constitutes a quorum.

Question 26

What are two constitutional provisions regulating the procedure for passing bills?

Answer 26

Each bill may contain only one subject, and no bill may become law except by a majority vote of all members elected to each house.

Question 27

What type of law is the legislature prohibited from passing?

Answer 27

The legislature is prohibited from passing any local or special laws or any other case where a general law can be made applicable.