Senator Baldwin announces retirement from Legislature, thanks Senate District 14
Senator will not seek re-election to Wyoming Senate
by Senator Baldwin media release
February 28, 2024
CHEYENNE, WYOMING – Today (Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024), Senator Fred Baldwin (SD-14) announced he will not seek another term in the Wyoming Legislature. Senator Baldwin was elected to the Wyoming Senate in 2017. He served in the Wyoming House of Representatives from 2015 – 2016.
Senator Baldwin has played a pivotal role in shaping health care policy in Wyoming. As longtime chair of the Senate Labor, Health & Social Services Committee, Baldwin notably led legislative efforts to modernize health care in the state, prevent opioid abuse, and promote mental health. He supported bills to advocate for emergency responders and protect newborn children.
"It has been the honor of my lifetime to serve my district and the people of Wyoming," said Senator Baldwin. "There are not many opportunities to work so closely with the people of your community and make such an impact together. I am grateful for and proud of the important work we have accomplished here in the Wyoming Legislature."
"Senator Baldwin has done Wyoming proud," said Senate President Ogden Driskill. "He is a dedicated public servant and his work in the health care policy realm has made a big impact for the better for people all across the state of Wyoming."
"It has been a privilege to serve with Senator Baldwin," said Senator Dan Dockstader. "His leadership has left a definitive mark on the lives of the Wyoming people. Wyoming is no doubt in a stronger place because of his efforts."
Baldwin has served in the Wyoming Legislature for nine years. A native of Afton, Wyoming, he first served in the Wyoming House of Representatives for one term. He was then elected to represent Senate District 14 in 2017. Baldwin has served on the Senate Labor, Health & Social Services Committee throughout his service in the Wyoming Senate. He is the Chairman of the Committee and a member of the Senate Travel, Recreation, Wildlife & Cultural Resources Committee. Further, Baldwin was recognized with the Milbank Fellowship for Health Equity and the National Conference of State Legislatures Opioid Abuse Fellowship
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