J.R. Riggins is a Republican representing Wyoming House District 59, which encompasses part of Natrona County, including Casper. A longtime Casper resident born in Kadoka, South Dakota, he was elected in 2024 and has served since 2025. He is married to Leslie Riggins, with 2 children and 5 grandchildren. Riggins is an active member of the Natrona County Republican Party since 2008, having served as an elected precinct committeeman, NCGOP Executive Committee Member-at-large, and Natrona County GOP State Committeeman. He credits Wyoming’s energy industry for his livelihood and advocates for no-nonsense conservative leadership.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Attended high school in South Dakota.
• Political Experience: Longtime grassroots activist in the Natrona County Republican Party, contributing to the party's super-majority status. Elected to Wyoming House District 59 in 2024 . Assigned to committees including CSG West - Energy in the 2025 General Session. Recognized with a "High Integrity" score by Honor Wyoming.