Wyoming Secretary of State
The Secretary of State registers all statutorily authorized business entities, oversees all statewide elections, is the custodian of the seal of Wyoming, records state agencies’ rules, and registers trademarks. The Secretary of State’s term is four years with no term limits. Annual salary is $125,000 with some benefits.
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Robert Short
(Rep)
Why are you running for this office? Describe the experience and skills that make you the most qualified candidate.
What changes, if any, would you recommend in Wyoming’s election laws? Please explain.
Do you support or oppose the use of ballot drop boxes? Please explain.
What steps, if any, would you take to prevent fraudulent entities from using real Wyoming residential addresses on LLC filings without harming the state's business-friendly environment?
As a member of the State Land Board, how would you balance conservation and revenue generation in the management of state lands?
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As a successful County Commissioner, business owner and operator, entrepreneur, investor and former election official, I believe I have the skills to help the office function effectively and efficiently. I am running for this position to help restore stability to the office and build confidence among voters. Additionally, I am running to help educate folks concerning financial fraud and how they can avoid becoming victims. Growing up in Wyoming taught me the value of honesty, integrity, tireless work ethic, and a willingness to listen. These core skills guide the way I serve the people of Wyoming and ensure they have a Secretary of State they know will work to serve their interests.
Improving access to the ballot for folks who have challenges reaching the polls is an area where I think we can improve. Many folks are mobility impaired, lack transportation or may have conditions that make it difficult to access polling locations. Seniors in assisted living facilities are one example of these types of voters. We must ensure that their rights to vote are not impaired by any means and that we are actively seeking ways to making voting as easy as possible for them.
I support the use of drop boxes. In this rural state, there are many folks who live great distances from town and due to their lifestyles, may not have the luxury of being able to vote on election day. Additionally, they may not be able to get into early voting due to their working hours on ranches or other work locations. These folks may only have the ability to cast ballots in the evenings, or on weekends when they travel to town for groceries or a parts run. If they have the ability to deposit their ballots in a secure drop box during one of these trips, I support their desire to do so.
I will work with the legislature to enforce legislation that they craft that would provide a greater accountability for organizations who seek to utilize Wyoming as their place of incorporation or business address. Legislation was proposed in the 2026 session that would move the needle in this aspect and I would wholly support advancing that legislation which seeks to provide accountability without encroaching on the business friendly environment for which we are known. I will work with the Compliance department of the Office to ensure that adequate resources are allocated to pursue bad actors and hold accountable those who would defraud.
As a successful businessman and entrepreneur, I understand the importance of asset management. Asset preservation and maximizing value are key tenants of success in the business world. Additionally, utilizing the right asset for the job is just as important as matching the job to the asset, e.g. one does not use a hammer to tighten a bolt nor would you use a boat to deliver parts to the pool repairman. Knowing the objective is also an important part of the decision making process. This Board is charged with managing these lands specifically for the benefit of the School Trust. Decisions associated with these lands must be founded in serving the objective, maximizing the returns while preserving the asset for future use.
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