Rep. Toby Yurek

Maddy summaryAB 294 requires online platforms whose primary business is publishing material deemed harmful to minors (under existing Nevada law) to implement age verification systems before minors can access such content. Platforms must verify users are 18+ using government ID, transactional data, or third-party services, and cannot retain collected data beyond age verification or compliance proof. Violations incur $10,000 civil penalties per offense (enforced by Nevada’s Attorney General) or allow parents/guardians to sue for damages. The law excludes internet service providers, search engines, and cloud services from these requirements. It takes effect January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryAB 240 requires public and private schools (including colleges) to designate athletic teams based on biological sex at birth as male-only, female-only, or co-ed, and prohibits enrolling students of the opposite sex in single-gender teams. It states that following this rule does not constitute sex or gender identity discrimination under state law and protects schools from adverse actions by athletic associations for enforcing it. The bill also allows students to sue schools or athletic organizations for violations or retaliation when reporting them, and permits schools to sue entities that penalize them for compliance. These provisions apply to both K-12 schools and higher education institutions.

Maddy summaryAB 440 revises medical testing requirements for police officers, firefighters (including volunteer and salaried), and arson investigators after their employment ends. It changes tuberculosis testing to occur within 30 days and at 3 months post-termination (instead of at termination and 3 months) and adjusts other contagious disease testing (like hepatitis and HIV) to 30 days and 4-6 months after termination (replacing the prior 6 and 12 months schedule). The bill requires all blood tests for hepatitis and related diseases to align with the latest CDC or American Medical Association guidelines. The former employer must cover all costs for these mandated tests.

Maddy summaryAB 275 modifies Nevada's criminal procedure laws to allow police officers or authorized personnel to legally intercept, listen to, or record wire, electronic, or oral communications **solely for investigating sexual offenses against children**. It defines "sexual offense against a child" to include specific crimes like incest, lewdness with minors, sexual assault, and statutory seduction (NRS 201.180, 201.230, 200.366, etc.), and requires that such interceptions be done under police direction for that limited purpose only. The bill also clarifies that a child or their parent/guardian must consent to the interception when involving minors. This change directly affects law enforcement conducting child sexual offense investigations and sets clear legal boundaries for communication monitoring in these cases.

Maddy summaryAB 408 replaces Nevada’s current mail-based victim notification system with a new automated system managed by the Department of Corrections. It requires this system to notify registered crime victims via phone or text about eight specific events, including offender releases, parole hearings, clemency meetings, escapes, and residential confinement changes. The bill eliminates all existing requirements for agencies to send mail notifications about these events, shifting all communication to the automated system. This change directly affects crime victims who register with the new system to receive timely updates about offenders they are following.

Maddy summaryAB 400 allows Nevada law enforcement agencies to require applicants for positions involving firearm possession to attest in writing about their cannabis use during the 12 months before applying. It specifically affects job seekers for roles where carrying a firearm is authorized or required, such as patrol officers. The bill amends existing law by permitting this disclosure (previously prohibited for all applicants) but does not apply to positions without firearm requirements. It does not change policies for ongoing employment or post-application cannabis use. The change applies to both medical and adult cannabis use as defined in the bill.

Maddy summaryAB 295 shortens health insurers' response times for prior authorization requests: 5 days for non-urgent care and 48 hours for urgent care. It requires insurers to clearly explain denials to patients and providers, extends approval validity to 12 months for chronic conditions, and mandates transparency about AI use in decisions (including physician review for denials). Insurers must also submit annual reports on prior authorization requests to state agencies, which will publish the data online. The bill applies to all health insurers, including Medicaid and CHIP programs, and imposes penalties for noncompliance.

Maddy summaryACR 3 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Nevada Legislature to honor the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) on its 50th anniversary. The resolution expresses gratitude for NCSL's role in supporting state legislators, fostering bipartisan cooperation, and strengthening state-federal legislative relationships over five decades. It has no policy impact or direct effect on residents, government operations, or funding. The Nevada Assembly and Senate formally adopted the resolution on March 27, 2025, with a copy to be sent to NCSL's leadership. This is a symbolic gesture, not a policy change.

Maddy summarySCR 1 is a memorial resolution honoring Kathleen "Neena" Laxalt, a longtime Nevada lobbyist and community advocate. It expresses the Nevada Legislature's condolences to her family and commemorates her 25+ years of service in Nevada government, including her work on agriculture, ranching, Native American community issues, and her mentorship of women in advocacy. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely serves to recognize her legacy and contributions. It was formally adopted by both legislative chambers in February 2025.