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Bill passage would rename Columbus Day, honor Native Americans in Nevada

The Senate Committee on Government Affairs approved a bill Wednesday authorizing the governor to proclaim the second Monday in October as Indigenous People Day, replacing it for the traditional Columbus Day.

 
3 things to watch for on Legislative Session Day 3

It’s the third day of the 2017 Legislative Session. Committees are just about in full swing and Democrats’ liberal agenda is on full display, including yesterday’s introduction of a massive minimum wage increase. Here’s what to watch for today:

 
School officials urge Senate panel to drop certain teacher requirements

School officials from around the state told a Senate panel on Tuesday that some educational requirements imposed on teachers to work in Nevada are burdensome and do not add to the classroom learning experience for their students.

 
3 things to watch for on Legislative Session Day 1

Today is the first day of the 2017 Legislative Session. Democrats control the Assembly, 27-15, and the Senate, 12-9. Governor Brian Sandoval is a Republican, however, and Democrats need two-third majorities to pass any tax increases or override a gubernatorial veto.