Public lands
Opposes selling or privatizing public lands and supports continued recreation, hunting, fishing and grazing access.
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THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
James Byrd
Candidate for U.S. Senate · Wyoming
THE PERSON
Background
James Byrd is a Wyoming former state legislator running for the U.S. Senate. His campaign describes Wyoming family roots and a legislative career focused on cross-party work and local concerns.
Roots
- Background: Wyoming state legislative service.
Background sources checked October 27, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Healthcare
Supports lower prescription-drug costs, protection for rural hospitals and improved insurance access.
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Opposes data-center tax concessions or projects that strain water and power resources without paying their costs.
Source checked October 27, 2026 · Publication date shown in the linked source when available.THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. Senate · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 21, 2026.
Wyoming Secretary of State · General election candidate roster ↗The candidate’s name and party follow the official ballot source. Backgrounds and issue positions are checked separately. A candidate is not an officeholder-elect unless a verified result establishes that status.