Nevada Bills

AB 18 requires certain court documents filed electronically in Nevada to include an electronic signature, as defined in existing court rules (NEFCR). It directly affects prosecutors (district attorneys and the Attorney General) and court clerks when submitting documents like complaints, informations, motions, and reports. The bill amends multiple Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS 62D.400, 171.103, 173.049, 178.591, and 432B.515) to mandate this electronic signature requirement for specific filings, replacing the prior requirement for an "image of the signature." This change standardizes electronic filing procedures without altering substantive legal processes.

AB 305 limits healthcare providers to charging no more than $10 for filling out forms required by employers under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). It directly affects employees taking FMLA leave for their own serious health condition, caring for a family member with a serious health condition, or caring for a veteran/Armed Forces member with a serious injury. The bill prohibits providers from charging more than $10 for these specific certification forms, which employers may require for qualifying leave. This is a straightforward fee cap with no fiscal impact on state or local governments.

AB 116 requires food delivery platforms (like Uber Eats or DoorDash) and restaurants to verify that restaurants have valid local business licenses authorizing operations at their specific location before accepting online orders. Restaurants must hold the required local license to accept orders through these platforms, and platforms must remove restaurants that violate this rule or provide false license information. Violating restaurants face $100 per order penalties, while platforms failing to remove violators face $500 per day in penalties after a 10-day notice period. This bill, effective January 1, 2026, amends Nevada’s existing food delivery regulations (NRS 597.7635) to strengthen license verification requirements.

SB 19 ratifies Nevada's membership in two existing interstate wildfire protection compacts: the Great Plains Wildland Fire Protection Compact and the Northwest Wildland Fire Protection Agreement. This allows Nevada's fire agencies to request and provide reciprocal firefighting aid with other participating states, with the requesting state responsible for reimbursing the aiding state and assuming liability for incidents during aid. The bill requires the Governor to notify the compacts' member states of Nevada's ratification and takes effect upon the Governor's declaration. Nevada's participation enables coordinated wildfire response across state lines under established terms.

SB 10 limits corporations, foreign corporations, multinational corporations, pooled investment vehicles, and limited-liability companies (and their affiliates) to purchasing no more than 1,000 residential units in Nevada per year, with an exemption for entities owning fewer than 15 units. It requires these entities to register with the Securities Division before purchasing and report each purchase within 10 business days. The bill creates a registry and database to track these purchases, and county recorders must verify registration before recording deeds. Violations make deeds void and allow enforcement actions by the Attorney General, with the law applying to purchases completed after July 1, 2026.

SB 21 expands Nevada’s Outdoor Education and Recreation Grant Program to fund both school-based outdoor programs and public recreational infrastructure projects. It now allows grants for pupil-focused outdoor facilities and activities that improve access to nature, while also supporting public programs promoting health, resource stewardship, or the outdoor recreation economy. The bill requires programs for students to prioritize those from disadvantaged backgrounds or at risk of academic failure, with specific criteria for curriculum quality and community partnerships. These changes update existing grant rules without altering funding sources or creating new taxes.

AB 56 revises Nevada's licensing requirements for healthcare providers, primarily affecting physicians, osteopathic physicians, physician assistants, and anesthesiologist assistants. It changes license renewal from annual to every two years: osteopathic medicine licenses now renew on December 31 of even-numbered years, while physician assistant and anesthesiologist assistant licenses renew on December 31 of odd-numbered years. The bill also increases continuing education hours for osteopathic medicine licensees from 35 to 40 per period and requires inactive physician assistants to pay a biennial registration fee. Additionally, it updates documentation rules to allow the Board to share application materials with employers upon the licensee's authorization.

SB 8 revises Nevada's labor laws to align state wage and hour rules with federal exceptions under the Portal-to-Portal Act of 1947. It adds specific exclusions from paid work time, including preparatory activities, training sessions, and certain travel time, which previously were not covered under Nevada law. The bill also updates overtime calculation rules to match federal regulations. These changes apply to employees in Nevada’s Aging and Disability Services Division (and similar state workers) and expire on October 31, 2029. The law affects how employers calculate compensable hours and overtime for state employees in these roles.

AB 493 requires that propulsion batteries (used in electric vehicles) be disposed of through specialized recyclers, not in regular landfills, and mandates labeling with provider contact information. Battery providers must ensure battery health data is accessible, and recyclers, secondary handlers, and providers must report disposal activities to the state environmental agency. These rules apply to all propulsion batteries sold in the state, affecting manufacturers, recyclers, and auto wreckers handling electric vehicle batteries. The bill also prohibits landfill disposal and sets reporting requirements for waste management compliance.

SB 451 extends a 20-cent property tax per $100 of assessed value in Clark County and Las Vegas (approved in 1996) to fund Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department officer hiring, continuing until 2057. This tax, which currently expires in 2027, directly affects property owners in those areas by maintaining a funding source for police staffing. The bill specifies that proceeds must be used solely for hiring officers and related costs, and clarifies the tax is subject to Nevada’s annual property tax cap (unlike some other taxes). It does not create new taxes but extends an existing voter-approved levy for public safety.

AB 530 changes how Clark County (the only Nevada county with over 700,000 residents) can increase fuel taxes. Currently, voters must approve annual tax hikes after 2026; this bill replaces that requirement with a simpler process allowing the county commission to approve continued increases via a two-thirds ordinance by December 31, 2026. If the commission fails to act by that date, no further tax increases are permitted. The voter approval requirement returns for 2037 and beyond. The bill directly affects Clark County residents through their motor vehicle fuel costs.

AB 523 lowers the required insurance minimum for transportation network companies (like ride-sharing apps) and delivery services from $1.5 million to $1 million per incident when drivers are actively providing services. It directly affects companies such as Uber, Lyft, and delivery platforms, reducing their financial liability requirements. The bill clarifies that transportation network companies and delivery companies are not responsible for drivers' actions (e.g., accidents or property damage) under any legal theory, provided they maintain the $1 million insurance policy. It specifically defines "delivery services" as items delivered within 50 miles using a digital platform, with the $1 million insurance requirement applying to these companies. The changes apply to both active service periods and when drivers are logged into apps but not yet providing service.