They call me the Queen of Transparency!

 

• When I first took office, I quickly produced and turned over six years’ worth of expenditure data, settling a public records lawsuit and eliminating barriers to transparency that had plagued Wyoming for years. Shortly after, I fulfilled my campaign promise of putting Wyoming’s checkbook online at WyOpen.gov, at no additional cost to the Wyoming taxpayer.

• In 2025, I worked with the legislature to pass a bill enshrining WyOpen into law, ensuring this high standard of transparency we set will be preserved into the future.  Our office walks the walk on public accountability!
   

I believe in a right-sized, bite-sized government.

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• “You can’t DOGE me, I DOGEed myself!” That’s what I told the Joint Appropriations Committee last December when I presented them with a budget request that was $1.5 million less that the prior biennium, and the lowest for the State Auditor’s office since 2004!  We didn’t accomplish this through haphazard cuts or layoffs—instead, my tenure has allowed me to root out inefficiencies and redundancies, renegotiate contracts, and leverage technology to make sure we are right-sized. Small, efficient government shouldn’t be an oxymoron - and I put my money where my mouth is!

• Combined with reductions I made during my first term, I have saved the taxpayers of Wyoming $1 million per year, while maintaining the high level of services they expect and deserve!

 

I know our people and our communities are what makes Wyoming, Wyoming!

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• From Bar Nunn to Burns, from Clearmont to Cokeville, from Lander to Lusk, on the State Loan and Investment Board, I have consistently voted to make investment in our small communities, particularly in infrastructure. This fosters an environment in which our private sector can thrive and grow, which in turn means our children and grandchildren have the opportunity to remain and succeed in Wyoming!

• On the Board of Land Commissioners, my family roots in ranching and oil and gas, as well as a love of hunting and the outdoors, help me bring a balanced approach to the management of state lands, optimizing multiple uses with a respect for our traditional industries and the rule of law.  My experience, sharp fiscal eye, and steady hand is critical, and as a mother with kids in Wyoming’s public school system, my constitutional duty isn’t likely to be forgotten! 

 

I love hearing from you so I can do my job better! 

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• I work hard every to stay engaged with constituents in every corner of the state. This helps me understand the challenges, concerns, and goals that are important to rural areas, small towns, and larger cities. While I like positive feedback, I value criticism even more  - this helps me learn and better balance competing interests!

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But... the State Auditor isn't just a politician! 

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• By law, the State Auditor is the chief accountant chief payroll officer for the State of Wyoming, and also responsible for producing the balance sheet and income statement for the State of Wyoming.  While these responsibilities may not be headline-worthy, they are critical to the smooth efficient operation of the State government.  As a CPA, I bring the right expertise that these “back office” jobs demand!  

• Our office has received consecutive awards from the Government Financial Officers Association for Excellence in Financial Reporting, an achievement possible because of the dedicated and expert work of my entire team.