The TRS Advisory Committee helps guide the Wyoming Division of Vocational Rehabilitation in running Wyoming Relay—our telephone service for people who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, deaf-blind, or have speech disabilities.

What the Committee Does

  • Review and recommend policies and procedures for Wyoming Relay and make sure the program follows all state and federal laws.
  • Help the state earn and maintain Federal Communications Commission certification for Wyoming Relay.
  • Keep an eye on program spending and review budget requests.
  • Monitor the quality of the service and make sure users are satisfied.
  • Help educate Wyoming citizens about Wyoming Relay services.
  • Evaluate ideas for service improvements.
  • Set the annual special fee-per-access line surcharge.

Who’s on the Committee

  • The Governor appoints seven members, one from each appointment district.
  • Members serve three-year terms and can serve a maximum of two consecutive full terms.
  • The committee meets at least twice a year.
  • Members are reimbursed for travel according to state policy.
  • Current TRS Committee Members

Appointment Districts

  • District 1: Laramie, Platte, Goshen Counties
  • District 2: Albany, Sweetwater, Carbon Counties
  • District 3: Uinta, Lincoln, Sublette, Teton Counties
  • District 4: Campbell, Sheridan, Johnson Counties
  • District 5: Park, Big Horn, Washakie, Hot Springs Counties
  • District 6: Crook, Weston, Niobrara Counties
  • District 7: Natrona, Fremont, Converse Counties

Want to Serve on the Committee?

We welcome individuals with:

  • A hearing or speech impairment
  • A family member or close friend with a hearing or speech impairment
  • Knowledge or experience with deafness, speech impairments, Relay services, TTYs, or specialized telecommunications tools
  • Experience in the telecommunications industry or telecommunications legislation
  • Business or civic leadership skills
  • Experience in educational outreach
  • Marketing or advertising experience

If you’re interested in volunteering for the TRS Advisory Committee, reach out or submit an application:

Wyoming Relay
444 W. Collins Drive, Suite #1200
Casper, WY 82601
1-800-452-1408 V/TTY
dws-wyrelay@wyo.gov