Colin M. Simpson

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Colin Simpson

Member of the Wyoming House of Representatives from the 24th district
In office 1999 -

Born	March 5, 1959 (1959-03-05) (age 49) Casper, Wyoming
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Debbie
Residence	Cody, Wyoming
Alma mater	Colorado College, University of Wyoming
Profession	attorney
Religion	Episcopalian

Colin Simpson is a Republican member of the Wyoming House of Representatives, representing the 24th district since 1999. He currently serves as House Majority Leader, and is expected to serve as Speaker of the House next session.

Simpson's district covers Cody, Wyoming. He has previously served as Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, Vice Chairman of the Appropriations Committee and Co-Chairman of the Select Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

Simpson put his name forward to replace the late U.S. Senator Craig Thomas in Wyoming. He was seen as an early favorite for the position. When the State GOP Central Committee voted for the 3 nominees to be submitted to the governor for appointment Simpson was voted out on the 2nd ballot, however, he made the top ten.

Simpson also announced earlier in the year he would challenge U.S. Congresswoman Barbara Cubin in the primary for her seat. Cubin announced later that year that she was retiring and it was assumed he would be the frontrunner to succeed her. However he also announced he wouldn't seek the seat either.

He is mentioned as a possible candidate for Governor in 2 years or for U.S. Senate, when Senator Mike Enzi retires.

Simpson currently practices law in Cody. His father is Former U.S. Senator Alan K. Simpson and his grandfather is Former U.S. Senator and Wyoming Governor Milward Simpson.