Cam Wright (Republican)

P.O. Box 722
Laramie, Wyoming 82073
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Enlisted in the Navy at 17, rose from E-1 to E-6. Then commissioned as an engineering officer in the Air Force. Over the course of a 30-year military career, worked on aircraft avionics systems and space programs, ultimately retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. While still on active duty, served two tours on the faculty of the United States Air Force Academy, helping to educate and mentor future military leaders.

Recruited in 2003 to teach engineering at the University of Wyoming. For more than two decades, worked with Wyoming students, helping prepare the engineers and innovators who will help build the state’s future. Served 6 years as Dean of the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, helping strengthen engineering education, research, and student opportunities at Wyoming’s flagship university, and building strong relationships with industries across the state. Recently retired from UW after more than 23 years as a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

30 years military service, U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force. Served in a variety of leadership positions.

23 years teaching as an engineering faculty member at the University of Wyoming, including 6 years as Dean of the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

Led units with over 300 people, and budgets of over $750 million (2026 dollars).

Served multiple times as an expert witness for patent cases involving a variety of advanced technologies, and testified in federal court.

B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in electrical engineering. Also licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Wyoming.
Multiple technical schools while in the military.

Member of local (Post 14) American Legion. Three terms as Vice President, Summit Estates Landowners Association board. Volunteer and donor to various local charities. Advisor to several UW student organizations.

Board of Directors, Rocky Mountain Bioengineering Symposium.

Life member of the National Rifle Association, the Military Officers Association of America, and the Air Force Association, and an active member of several national professional engineering organizations.

I am running for the Wyoming Legislature because I believe Wyoming deserves leadership that supports strong schools and workforce training, protects our freedoms, responsibly manages our public lands and natural resources, and builds an economy where Wyoming families and young people can build their future here at home. Our Wyoming people deserve affordable and available housing, affordable and dependable healthcare, and a government that does not over-reach or try to over-control our lives.

I believe representative government should truly represent the needs and concerns of our people, and avoid pressure from out-of-state organizations and individuals’ personal agendas. If elected, I vow to be available, accessible, and accountable to the people of House District 46, and to people of the state of Wyoming.

Strong Advocacy for Education. Education is essential to Wyoming’s future. I support strong K–12 schools and school choice, career and technical education programs, and a strong University of Wyoming and community colleges that prepare students for the careers and industries that will shape Wyoming’s future.

Strengthening Wyoming’s Core Industries and Building an Economy Where Wyoming Kids Can Stay. Wyoming’s economy is built on hard work and innovation. I support advancing the industries that power our state (e.g., energy, agriculture, mining, tourism, small businesses) while encouraging new opportunities that diversify and strengthen Wyoming’s economy. We need affordable housing and healthcare, along with high-quality jobs so Wyoming families can build their futures here at home.

Protecting Wyoming’s Public Lands and Constitutional Freedoms. Wyoming’s public lands are central to our heritage, recreation, and economy. I believe these lands must remain accessible for responsible use while being carefully stewarded for future generations. I’m a lifelong supporter of the Second Amendment and private property rights and believe Wyoming citizens should always retain the freedoms that define our state.