The Inspiring Story of Wyoming’s First Black Female Legislator
One of the most well-known of her achievements was being the primary sponsor for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday bill. She brought it before the legislature nine times.
Liz Byrd
Liz Byrd's Granddaughter 'Praying for Change' Amid Floyd Protests
Byrd took to Facebook Monday, a week after George Floyd's death, asking the black community to "use (their) voices to educate those who do not understand."
The Inspiring Story of Wyoming’s First Black Female Legislator
One of the most well-known of her achievements was being the primary sponsor for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday bill. She brought it before the legislature nine times.
The Inspiring Story of Wyoming’s First Black Female Legislator
One of the most well-known of her achievements was being the primary sponsor for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday bill. She brought it before the legislature nine times.
6 Wyoming Women Who Are Notable In Cowboy State Politics
WyoHistory.org recognizes March as the month to highlight women who've made an impact in our country. Wyoming has her own female heroes who have served.
Harriet Elizabeth “Liz” Byrd: Wyoming’s First Black Woman In The House
As many know, February is known as Black History Month. We have yet another Wyoming citizen who made their way into state government, which we'll highlight here today.
Former Legislator Liz Byrd Dies At 88
Harriett Elizabeth "Liz" Byrd, the first African-American woman to serve in the Wyoming Legislature, has died at age 88.