Regulations

 

January 13-14, 2026 - Commission Meeting
Cheyenne, WY

 

The following regulations will be presented to the Commission at their January meeting.

 

Chapter 3, Black Bear Hunting Seasons

Chapter 41, Bison Designated as Wildlife

Review the regulation drafts, statement of reason documents, and provide public comments here.

 


 

View our most current regulations below.

While some regulations have been adopted by the WGF Commission, they are not effective until approved and signed by the Governor and filed at the Secretary of State's Office.  This can take up to 75 days, so please check back to obtain the final version.

Watercraft Regulation
Chapter 22

This regulation establishes rules governing watercraft registration processes, watercraft safety equipment requirements, provisions for boat races, regattas and water ski tournaments, waterway marking, personal watercraft, and waters on which the operation of certain watercraft is restricted or prohibited.

Watercraft Regulation  
Watercraft Regulation Brochure
Additional Boating Information

Watercraft Regulation - This regulation was approved by the Commission and signed by the Governor. This regulation goes into effect January 1, 2026.