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Tesla files for $8M incentive tied to Reno factory

Tesla Motors has filed an application with state utility regulators to take advantage of an economic incentive authorized by the Nevada Legislature for its gigafactory east of Reno.

Bill to raise funding for problem gambling draws no opposition

A bill that would significantly increase the amount of funding available to address problem gambling in Nevada saw no opposition Wednesday during a Senate committee hearing.

Nevada rallies push for increased renewable energy

Supporters of renewable energy rallied at both ends of the state Monday to support efforts in the Nevada Legislature this session to promote solar and other renewables as a way to help the environment, improve health and create jobs.

Titus says president’s travel ban deters visitors from other countries

Rep. Dina Titus has taken President Trump to task for the Jan. 27 travel ban established by executive order, citing travel industry statistics that show a 17 percent decline in flight searches for travel to the United States.

Minimum wage bill sparks debate in Nevada Legislature — POLL

Advocates of raising Nevada’s minimum wage argued on Monday paying low-wage earners more would help lift them out of poverty and benefit the overall economy by giving them more buying power.

Nevada lawmakers want solar industry back on track

Nevada’s burgeoning rooftop solar industry crashed and burned last year after new rates for net metering were approved that did away with financial incentives for the green energy investment. Now several state lawmakers want to get the industry back on track and growing again.

Veteran’s question spurred Nevada lawmaker to propose gambling age bill

The idea to lower Nevada’s legal gambling age percolated after a veteran asked Assemblyman Jim Wheeler a simple question. The man, who had served in Afghanistan, asked Wheeler how a person could be old enough vote or fight in wars but be considered too young to legally gamble.

Lawmakers want to require paid sick leave in Nevada

A bill mandating private employers provide workers with paid sick leave was introduced Thursday in the Nevada Senate.