Petroleum Association of Wyoming

08/20/2026

“Our partnership with OneNexus gives Wyoming operators another option to consider as they manage their long-term financial assurance obligations while continuing to invest in their businesses, employees and communities.”

Partnership will connect Wyoming oil and natural gas producers with a new financial assurance option for long-term well obligations August 17, 2026 Cheyenne, Wyo. – Today, the Petroleum Association of Wyoming (PAW) announced that it has been selected as the primary distribution partner for Wyoming...

08/18/2026

08/11/2026

The natural gas industry is the linchpin of Sublette County's economy and Albert Sommers knows that well. He is a strong advocate for industry and will continue to be so in Cheyenne.

PAW is proud to endorse Albert Sommers for House District 20.

08/06/2026

Lloyd Larsen for Wyoming House District #54 knows what makes Wyoming run. As a former member of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, Larsen knows that oil and natural gas pay the bills in Wyoming. He understands that when the industry does well so do downtown business, school districts and local governments.

Representative Larsen is the experienced legislator we need in Cheyenne and PAW is proud to endorse him.

07/29/2026

Bo Biteman understands Wyoming’s oil and natural gas industry.

As the lead sponsor of the Energy Dominance Fund in the 2026 Legislative session, Biteman was a true champion of our industry. We know he will bring that fighting spirit to Washington, D.C. and that is why we endorse Bo Biteman for the U.S. House.

07/29/2026

As someone who has worked in the oil and gas industry, Megan understands just how important oil and natural gas are in keeping Wyoming’s economy rolling. She will bring a foundational knowledge of the key issues impacting Wyoming’s energy economy to the Governor’s Office.

On behalf of the 19,000 hardworking men and women of the oil and gas industry, PAW endorses former PAW member and committee chairwoman, Megan Degenfelder for Governor.

07/29/2026

PAW is proud to endorse RJ Kost for Senate District 19.

During his previous term in the Wyoming Senate, Kost was a strong advocate for the people of Big Horn and Park Counties and a tireless supporter of Wyoming’s core industries; including Wyoming’s oil and natural gas industry. We look forward to seeing him continue those efforts in Cheyenne once again.

07/29/2026

Marilyn Connolly understands the critical issues Wyoming faces today. She knows that when Wyoming’s oil and gas industry thrives so do Main Street businesses in Johnson and Sheridan Counties.

Marilyn Connolly works hard and is committed to putting the people of Johnson and Sheridan Counties first. The Petroleum Association of Wyoming wholeheartedly endorses her candidacy.

07/28/2026

As a small business owner and former energy industry worker, Butcher for Wyoming Senate District 21 has a deep understanding of what makes Wyoming’s economy tick. Melissa’s background in energy, transportation and economic development will be key in solving Wyoming’s toughest issues in the years to come.

We have no doubt Melissa will be a solid partner in the sustainable development of Wyoming’s energy resources, and we are proud to endorse her for Senate District 21.

07/20/2026

On behalf of the more than 400 small business that make up most of Wyoming’s oil and natural gas industry, PAW is proud to endorse Tony Niemiec for Wyoming House District 60

Niemiec understands that main street businesses in Wyoming rely on a solid oil and natural gas industry. He has served the people of Sweetwater County with integrity and dedication before, and we know he will do so again.