Good morning, Laramie.

The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the No Tax on Tips bill, which exempts the first $25,000 in tips for workers earning under $160,000, and the bill now moves to the House.

Wyoming service workers remain cautious but optimistic as they await full details+ some worry that customer tips may fall.

The Senate unanimously passed the No Tax on Tips Act today — the bill needs House and presidential approval — which would let blue-collar workers deduct up to $25,000 from taxable income on cash tips if they earn up to $160,000.

Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis praised the measure as a victory that will help workers keep more of their earnings.

Senator John Barrasso introduced a bill to remove restrictions on coal, oil, gas and nuclear projects at international financial institutions and to cut US funding to the World Bank by 50% until those policies change—co-sponsors include Senators Cynthia Lummis, Ted Cruz, Pete Ricketts, Marsha Blackburn, Mike Lee and Bill Hagerty in a push to address global energy poverty.

Campbell, Johnson and Sheridan counties are applying for FEMA grant funding to map underground coal seam fires that can ignite wildfires in northeastern Wyoming.

A stakeholder meeting is scheduled today at 5:30 p.m. at the Campbell County Courthouse (where elected officials and local residents will learn about the mapping project).

The University of Wyoming’s Army ROTC Cowboy Battalion commissioned seven cadets as Army second lieutenants on Saturday evening—marking the event as a milestone for the unit.

A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation

7:30-9:20 p.m. — 7th Street Studios @ Laramie Plains Civic Center — Ticket price not listed — Experience the captivating blend of Irish music and dance that tells a rich historical story.

Whatfest Fundraiser Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — Gryphon Theatre — $10 suggested donation — Celebrate 20 years of WhatFest with music and raffles at this fundraising concert.

Personal Property Auction for the Estate of Jack and Geraldene Beavers

Auction starts at 10 a.m. — 812 S 22nd St, Laramie, WY — Cash or check only — Bid on unique items from the estate of Jack and Geraldene Beavers.