There are 12 permanent parallel committees in the Wyoming Senate and House of Representatives. These committees are called “standing” committees. Standing committees meet during legislative sessions to review bills, hear testimony and recommend action on legislation for the consideration of the full body of the Senate or House.

In the interim-the period between sessions-the standing committees in each body, with the exception of the Journal and Rules committees, merge to form joint interim committees. Joint interim committees study topics assigned by Management Council. These committees often meet throughout the state.