Sen. Skip Daly

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 5) is a commemorative resolution inducting Pete Goicoechea into Nevada's Senate Hall of Fame. It honors his 22 years of public service, including 16 years on the Eureka County Board of Commissioners, 10 years in the Nevada Assembly, and 12 years in the Nevada Senate. The resolution recognizes his work supporting rural communities, agriculture, education, and natural resource management. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies. The resolution was adopted by the Nevada Senate on May 7, 2025.

Maddy summarySB 96 designates January 27 of each year as "International Holocaust Remembrance Day" in Nevada, directly affecting all Nevada residents through state recognition. The bill requires the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging observance, specifically directing state entities, schools, and media to promote public awareness about the Holocaust and other historical genocides. Key provisions include formally adding this day to Nevada’s calendar of recognized observances and mandating the Governor’s proclamation to emphasize education and remembrance. The law builds on Nevada’s prior efforts, such as Assembly Bill 231 (2021), to improve genocide education in schools. This is a non-binding observance bill focused on commemoration and education, not regulatory change.

Maddy summarySCR 4 declares April 2025 as Financial Literacy Month in Nevada to raise public awareness about financial capability. This symbolic resolution does not create new laws or programs; it simply recognizes the importance of financial literacy for Nevada residents. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit it to state officials, the Superintendent of Public Instruction, and financial industry groups. It follows Nevada's prior legislative efforts to support financial education in schools but has no direct policy impact on individuals or institutions.

Maddy summarySB 261 creates a new process for property owners to remove unlawful occupants who forcibly entered or detained a dwelling, bypassing standard court eviction procedures. Owners (or their authorized representatives) can submit a verified written complaint to the sheriff if the property wasn’t public at the time of entry, the occupant isn’t a tenant/family member/titleholder, and no related lawsuits exist. The sheriff must verify the complaint, serve a notice to vacate, and may charge fees for service or additional assistance. This applies specifically to residential dwellings and adds penalties for false statements on the required complaint form.

Maddy summarySB 345 revises rules for associations of self-insured employers (groups where multiple employers pool industrial insurance risk instead of buying traditional coverage). It requires all members to operate in related industry activities, prohibits associations from distributing dividends to members, and mandates that annual assessments cover only administration and claims (not profits). The bill also sets a $250,000 minimum self-insured retention for excess insurance policies and requires the Commissioner to verify assessment reasonableness annually. These changes directly affect public and private employer associations, their members, and board trustees operating under Nevada’s industrial insurance laws.

Maddy summarySB 197 establishes new procedures for prosecutors regarding the "Brady-Giglio list," which tracks law enforcement officers whose credibility might affect criminal cases. It requires prosecutors to provide written notice to officers before adding them to the list, including their right to submit evidence and input about the placement. The bill also mandates that officers placed on the list receive notice of their right to request reconsideration, and prosecutors must remove them if the placement isn't warranted. This directly affects law enforcement officers who may testify as witnesses in criminal cases. The policy aims to balance transparency with due process for both defendants and law enforcement.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SJR 11) expresses the Nevada Legislature's symbolic support for Israel and recognizes the state's partnership with Israel, citing economic ties (including $1.7 trillion in Nevada exports to Israel over 20 years) and cultural contributions. It has no legal effect but formally acknowledges Nevada's relationship with Israel through resolutions and will be sent to Israeli diplomatic officials and Nevada leaders. The Nevada Legislature passed it as a ceremonial gesture during the 83rd Session, emphasizing solidarity without creating new laws or policies.

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.