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Prosecutors call on Sandoval, Laxalt to enforce background check law

Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson is one of three Democratic prosecutors calling on Nevada’s Republican governor, attorney general to enforce the initiative passed by voters in 2016 while court challenges proceed.

Nevada senator wants to close tax deduction loophole for lobbyists

In the midst of the tax-cut battle on Capitol Hill, Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto plans to file legislation Wednesday that would close a loophole used by corporate lobbyists influencing policy on the local level.

After outcry, Nevada delays school gender diversity regulation

More than 50 speakers commented Tuesday about the proposed regulation outlining how school districts should treat gender diverse students, with many saying it would go against their Christian values.

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3 Republicans endorse Seaman in congressional race

Three elected conservatives have endorsed Victoria Seaman in the crowded Republican primary for Nevada’s 3rd Congressional District. Seaman is a one-term assemblywoman and is one of several Republicans seeking the nomination.

More than 1 answer to how well Nevada funds education

A circular debate between public school advocates and legislators over whether the state’s education system gets enough money has forestalled significant improvement.

$700B defense bill affects Nevada military bases, personnel

A $700 billion defense bill awaiting President Donald Trump’s signature includes provisions that would benefit Nevada military installations and personnel, but the funding for those programs remains up in the air because of a 2011 budget law.

Nevada charter authority gets schooled on nominating process

Governor’s office tells state agency that oversees charter schools to start over after it fails to interview three candidates for executive director post or submit their resumes or qualifications.

Arguments postponed in lawsuit over Nevada recall efforts

Judge puts off hearing scheduled for Nov. 29, saying separate lawsuit in state court could render the federal case moot. At issue are efforts to recall three Nevada state senators.

Congressional reps request $11.3M for Nevada children’s health

Nevada’s congressional delegation fired off a letter Wednesday urging the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to send $11.3 million in unused funds to the state keep a health program for low-income children until early next year.

 
Nevada senator calls for tax money for ‘smart’ vehicle projects

Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., on Tuesday said President Donald Trump’s tax reform plan should set aside 5 percent of funding for transportation projects and infrastructure that will accommodate the next generation of “smart” vehicles.

Civil rights group challenges anti-sanctuary city amendment

A civil rights organization filed a lawsuit Tuesday challenging Republican state Senate leader Michael Roberson’s anti-sanctuary city amendment, claiming it misleads voters and jeopardizes public safety in the state.