A bill proposes transferring over $350 million from Nevada’s Rainy Day Fund to the state’s general fund.
Jessica Hill
Former Politics Reporter
The bill to strengthen animal cruelty penalties passed the Nevada Assembly unanimously.
The state paid over $9 million to bring internet access to Lovelock. The funds went missing, and the project was never finished.
A “big, beautiful bill” is making its way around Congress. If passed, it would make sweeping changes that could affect Nevadans.
An amendment to a bill offered by Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager would provide pay raises to charter school teachers. The bill also offers bonuses for teachers in hard-to-fill positions.
Two-term state Treasurer Zach Conine announces his bid to succeed Attorney General Aaron Ford, who has announced plans to run against Gov. Joe Lombardo.
Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro’s EDUCATE Act would set up a board to oversee school districts and would let some trustees object to charter school placements.
Incline Village resident McAvoy Layne has dedicated his life to honor Mark Twain, and American writer with strong Nevada ties.
Speaker Steve Yeager’s Assembly Bill 555 will cap the cost of insulin at $35 for people on private insurance.
Rep. Dina Titus announced the launch of a caucus to encourage federal policies for more humane treatment of wild horses and burros, many of which live in Nevada.
Rep. Mark Amodei led an amendment to the House Republican funding package to sell off over 90,000 acres of public lands in Nevada.
Gov. Joe Lombardo unveiled his economic development bill, which includes tax credits for child care facilities and tax deductions for businesses
Sen. Jacky Rosen of Nevada introduced legislation designed to provide tax relief to entrepreneurs starting a small business.
State legislation that seeks additional funds faces a murky future after projections show $191 million less in available funding.
The Economic Forum projection says the state should expect $191 million less in general fund revenue in 2026-27 than predicted in December.