Lisa
Kinney
Wyoming Democrat Lisa Kinney runs for the state's at-large U.S. House seat in the November 2026 general election.
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Background
Lisa Kinney is the 2026 Democratic nominee for Wyoming's at-large U.S. House seat, challenging Republican nominee Chuck Gray in the November 3, 2026 general election. The seat became open after Rep. Harriet Hageman won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate. [15, 17]
Kinney was born and raised in Laramie, Wyoming, where she continues to live. She holds an undergraduate degree and a law degree from the University of Wyoming, and a master's degree from the University of Oregon. [1, 6]
She previously served in the Wyoming State Senate representing Laramie from 1985 to 1995, including as minority floor leader from 1993 to 1995. Her professional career has included work at the law offices of Corthell & King, the American Heritage Center, as director of the Albany County Library, and more than 20 years as a financial adviser with VALIC/AIG/Corebridge. She also owned Summit Law Review and served as past president of the Laramie Area Chamber of Commerce. [1, 6]
In October 2026, former Wyoming Governor Mike Sullivan endorsed Kinney's congressional campaign. 7
At a glance
- Party
- Democratic
- Running for
- U.S. House · District At-large, Wyoming
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Website
- lisakinneyforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Timeline
- Oct 15debateWyoming PBS U.S. House debate scheduled in Riverton; Gray declined invitation
Wyoming PBS scheduled a U.S. House debate for 7 p.m. in Riverton on October 15. Republican Chuck Gray rejected the debate invitation; Kinney and Libertarian candidates were expected to participate. As of October 12, the debate had not yet occurred.
PBS schedules 2026 General Election debates | Local News · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 6endorsementFormer Wyoming Gov. Mike Sullivan endorses Kinney
Former Democratic Governor Mike Sullivan endorsed Kinney, citing his experience working with her during her time in the state Senate. The endorsement came the same day President Donald Trump endorsed her Republican opponent Chuck Gray.
Former Wyoming Gov. Mike Sullivan Endorses Lisa Kinney ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 6newsKinney proposes AI moratorium, drone industry, and federal ranch preservation program
In a Wyoming Public Media/KHOL interview, Kinney floated a moratorium on AI development, a global AI agreement, creation of a Wyoming drone-manufacturing industry, and a federal 'U.S. National Ranches and Farms Program' to buy and preserve ranches and farms.
Interview with Lisa Kinney, Democratic Party candidate for U.S. House · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 5newsKinney states support for keeping public lands public in Wyoming Outdoor Council voter guide
In the Wyoming Outdoor Council's 2026 general-election voter guide, Kinney said she supports keeping public lands public, arguing sales could restrict access and affect wildlife migration corridors, while noting land can support grazing, recreation, and energy without being sold.
Voter Guide: 2026 General Election · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 28newsKinney and Jim Byrd hold joint campaign stop in Cody
At a public meeting in Cody alongside Senate candidate Jim Byrd, Kinney said she would support good-for-Wyoming bills regardless of party, pledged to block federal land sales, and criticized Republican opponent Chuck Gray for avoiding candidate forums and debates.
Byrd and Kinney visit Cody | Local News · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 17newsKinney interviewed by KHOL on priorities including public lands and affordability
In an interview conducted September 17 (published October 2), Kinney described herself as a Wyoming native, former state senator, and attorney. She said she would oppose selling public lands and discussed healthcare, groceries, and tariffs as affordability concerns.
Wyoming U.S. House candidates weigh in on their priorities · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Aug 18filingKinney wins Democratic primary with ~75% of the vote
Lisa Kinney won the Democratic nomination for Wyoming's sole U.S. House seat with approximately 75% of the primary vote, securing her place on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot.
WY-AL House race 2026 | Smarter.Vote · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Endorsements
- Mike Sullivan, former Wyoming Governor officialEndorsed Kinney for U.S. House in the general election. Kinney stated: "I am so honored to be endorsed by Governor Sullivan." cowboystatedaily.com · Oct 6, 2026
- Centrist Independent Voter Political Action Committee (CIVPAC) organizationEndorsed Kinney in the August 18 Democratic primary for Wyoming's U.S. House seat. centristindependentvoter.com · Aug 9, 2026
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
- Raised
- $18K
- Spent
- $16K
- Cash on hand
- $2,010
As of Jul 29, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6WY01173(opens in a new tab)
Sources 11
- [1] WY-AL House race 2026 | Smarter.Vote(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
- [2] Former Wyoming Gov. Mike Sullivan Endorses Lisa Kinney ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
- [3] Interview with Lisa Kinney, Democratic Party candidate for U.S. House(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
- [4] Voter Guide: 2026 General Election(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
- [5] Wyoming U.S. House candidates weigh in on their priorities(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
- [6] Byrd and Kinney visit Cody | Local News(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
- [7] PBS schedules 2026 General Election debates | Local News(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
- [8] R.E.A.L.(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
- [9] Policy(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
- [10] People Ask and Lisa Answers(opens in a new tab) Sep 7, 2026
- [11] Lisa Kinney Endorsed in Wyoming Democratic Primary(opens in a new tab) Aug 9, 2026