Wyoming Highway Patrol Association Explores Bitcoin Adoption

The Wyoming Highway Patrol Association (WHPA) is reportedly evaluating the potential adoption of Bitcoin, including adding it to its balance sheet as part of an initiative aimed at helping labor unions and pension funds gain exposure to the digital asset.

The move is being facilitated by Proof of Workforce, a Bitcoin education platform that launched the “Get Off Zero” initiative to assist organizations in learning about Bitcoin and its potential benefits. According to Proof of Workforce founder Dom Bei, the plan includes holding a portion of the funds in self-custody, emphasizing Bitcoin as a long-term financial tool amid an increasingly unstable fiat-based monetary system.

If WHPA proceeds with the adoption, it could become the first law enforcement association in the United States to incorporate Bitcoin into its financial strategy.

Wyoming’s Pro-Bitcoin Stance

The proposal has gained support from Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis, a well-known Bitcoin advocate who introduced the Bitcoin Reserve Bill at the federal level in July 2024. Lummis expressed enthusiasm for the WHPA’s interest in Bitcoin, calling it a tool to help Americans protect the value of their hard-earned money.

WHPA Vice President Austin Bluemel acknowledged the initiative but did not provide specific details, only confirming that the organization is evaluating Bitcoin’s potential to support its members.

Wyoming has been at the forefront of Bitcoin-related legislation. On Jan. 17, 2025, the state introduced a strategic Bitcoin reserve bill that would allow the state to invest up to 3% of its funds in Bitcoin. Notably, if the total market value of the investment surpasses the 3% threshold, the state treasurer is restricted from selling Bitcoin to comply with the limit, signaling a long-term commitment to holding the asset.

Rising Bitcoin Reserves Discussions

Wyoming is not alone in exploring Bitcoin adoption. Arizona, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, and Utah have also introduced similar Bitcoin reserve bills.

Utah has made the most progress so far, with its Bitcoin reserve bill successfully passing through the House. According to Satoshi Action Fund CEO Dennis Porter, Utah could be the first U.S. state to officially adopt a Bitcoin reserve, citing strong political support and a streamlined legislative process.

As more organizations and states consider integrating Bitcoin into their financial strategies, Wyoming’s law enforcement sector could set a precedent for public sector Bitcoin adoption in the United States.