SB 390 modifies Nevada's child support enforcement procedures. It changes the requirement for district attorneys or child support agencies to report non-compliance to the DMV from mandatory to discretionary, while prohibiting reports if license suspension would hinder a person's employment. The bill also raises the threshold for considering someone "in arrears" from immediate payment failure to delinquency of six months or failure to provide court-ordered medical insurance for a child. These changes align with federal requirements and maintain existing procedures for suspending hunting/fishing licenses through the Department of Wildlife. The bill directly affects parents owing child support, enforcement agencies, and state licensing departments.
SB 281 amends Nevada's Extended Young Adult Support Services Program (NRS 432B.595) to require foster youth (ages 18-21) to consent to changes in how their support payments are distributed. Previously, agencies could revise payment arrangements after consulting with participants; this bill mandates explicit participant consent for such changes. The bill affects young adults in foster care who receive support for housing, education, employment, and other transition needs. It maintains existing program goals (like securing housing, education, or employment) but strengthens youth autonomy in managing their support funds. The changes apply to all participants in the state's foster care transition program without imposing new costs on state or local governments.
AB 29 updates Nevada's rules for advertising motor vehicle fuel prices and labeling at gas stations. It requires fuel dispensers to display clear labels about ethanol content (e.g., "May contain up to 10% ethanol" for low-blend gasoline), show consistent prices between digital signs and pumps, and disclose conditions for discounted prices (like cash vs. credit). The law also mandates that all pricing information be plainly visible day and night, including specific formatting for electronic displays. This bill directly affects gas station owners and operators, who must comply with these updated advertising standards, and it became law after passing the legislature and receiving the governor's approval on June 3, 2025.
AB 43 creates a permanent program allowing Clark County and its qualifying cities (Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas) and certain districts to use job order contracts for minor maintenance, repair, or renovation of existing public buildings and facilities. These contracts replace traditional bidding for routine work, requiring contractors to submit detailed proposals with unit prices for each task and ensuring at least 25% of workers are from apprenticeship programs. Public bodies must report annual data on contract usage and hold public hearings before adopting policies for assigning job orders. The bill applies only to large jurisdictions meeting specific population thresholds and does not restrict existing contracting methods.
AB 3 expands confidentiality protections for public officers by allowing them to request that personal information (like addresses) in government records be kept confidential, similar to existing options for individuals with safety concerns. It modifies campaign filing rules to exempt confidential information from mandatory public disclosure requirements for candidate declarations. The bill also clarifies that personal security expenses (e.g., bodyguards, security systems) incurred during campaigns or while in office can be paid using campaign funds and must be reported as campaign expenses. These changes affect candidates, elected officials, and government offices managing public records.
AB 15 updates Nevada's Medicaid fraud laws to strengthen investigations and align with federal requirements. It expands the Attorney General’s authority to subpoena documents, compel testimony under oath, and use evidence in civil fraud cases (but not criminal cases). The bill also revises rules for private "whistleblower" lawsuits to match federal law, preventing duplicate actions when the state is already involved, and changes penalties for failing to maintain Medicaid records: misdemeanor for claims under $650, gross misdemeanor for $650 or more. These changes directly affect Medicaid providers, the Attorney General’s fraud unit, and individuals filing fraud-related lawsuits.
AB 40 revises Nevada's environmental regulations for mining reclamation and solid waste management. It updates definitions to require stabilization of process fluids during mining operations (Section 13), expands the Division of Environmental Protection's authority to issue compliance orders and place liens on property (Sections 10-11), and clarifies how federal plans interact with state requirements for permits (Section 18). The bill also revises solid waste management definitions to include recycling (Section 28.3), requires detailed reclamation plans for mining (Section 17), and updates landfill permit rules to prohibit hazardous waste acceptance (Section 32). These changes directly affect mining operators, waste management facilities, and state agencies administering environmental permits. The bill passed both chambers and was signed into law on June 3, 2025.
AB 73 requires any election-related communication (such as ads supporting candidates or soliciting donations) that uses synthetic media - like AI-generated images, videos, or audio - to clearly disclose that the content has been manipulated. This disclosure must appear in a visible, readable format (e.g., text size matching other content in videos, spoken at key points in audio) and include the exact phrase "This (image/video/audio) has been manipulated." It applies to campaigns, political committees, and parties, with exemptions for low-cost items like clothing under $5. Violations could result in civil penalties up to $50,000 for disclosure failures or $10,000 for failing to file copies with the Secretary of State.
SB 472 allocates specific funds to five Nevada public colleges to cover instruction costs resulting from changes in student enrollment (caseload adjustments). It provides $2.16 million to UNLV, $145,763 to Nevada State University, $981,696 to College of Southern Nevada, $469,062 to Western Nevada College, and $1.1 million to Truckee Meadows Community College. All funds must be spent by September 17, 2027, with any unspent balances reverting to the State General Fund. The bill becomes effective July 1, 2026, and directly affects these institutions' operational budgets.
AB 115 allows Nevada's Capitol Building Administrator, in coordination with the State Museum Director, to rent or lease rooms for events. It requires charging fees for these rentals, with all revenue deposited into the State General Fund specifically for Capitol Building maintenance - this money cannot revert to the general fund annually. The bill also creates an exception to the existing liquor ban (NRS 331.190), permitting alcohol sales at events held under this new provision. These changes directly affect Capitol Building management and event organizers seeking to use state-owned space.
AB 383-82, the Right to Reproductive Health Care Act, prohibits state and local governments from blocking access to reproductive health services, including contraception, abortion care, and related information. It allows individuals or providers to sue if their access is restricted and requires courts to award damages and legal fees for violations. The bill expands Medicaid coverage to include male sterilization, translation services for contraceptive care, and clinical services related to contraception, with equal reimbursement for non-physician providers. It applies to all state and local laws affecting reproductive health services and mandates specific Medicaid coverage requirements for contraceptive care.
AB 339 creates a new Office of Children's Mental and Behavioral Health within Nevada's Department of Health and Human Services. The office will develop a statewide plan to improve mental and behavioral health services for children, replacing a previous subcommittee that handled similar work. It requires coordination with regional mental health groups, the state Commission on Behavioral Health, and local entities to streamline services and avoid duplication. The bill also provides funding for the office's operations and mandates regular progress reports to the legislature. This directly affects state health agencies, regional service providers, and children requiring mental health support.
