Sen. Lisa Krasner

Maddy summarySB 162 requires any organization receiving Nevada state funds to agree to comply with applicable civil rights and employment laws, including protections against retaliation for employees reporting violations. This applies to all entities accepting state money - such as contractors, nonprofits, or local governments - but excludes funds received from the federal government for federal programs. The bill makes compliance automatic upon accepting state funds, with no separate agreement needed. It specifically covers laws like the federal Civil Rights Act, ADA, Age Discrimination Act, and Nevada’s anti-discrimination statutes (NRS 613.310-613.4383).

Maddy summarySB 325 requires counties and cities with animal shelters (or nonprofit shelters operating under contract) to create a program waiving adoption fees for veterans, law enforcement officers, and first responders. The program applies to pets aged 6+ months that have been in the shelter for at least 7 consecutive days, with one waiver per eligible person within a 6-month period. Shelters must verify the adopter’s status, maintain records, and report adoption data to local governments, which then submit annual reports to the Department of Veterans Services. The bill mandates these programs take effect by October 2026 and requires the Department to compile annual reports for the Legislature.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 6) ceremonially inducts former Nevada State Senator Joyce Woodhouse into the Senate Hall of Fame. It honors her 40-year career in education (including 12 years in the Nevada Senate) and her service to Nevada, recognizing her work on education funding, healthcare, and job opportunities. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a commemorative gesture with no legislative or financial provisions. It was formally adopted by the Nevada Senate on May 7, 2025.

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 summarySB 366 requires Nevada's Department of Health and Human Services to request federal approval for higher Medicaid reimbursement rates for mental health therapists, physical therapists, and other specific healthcare providers. It would increase payments by 3% for all covered services, with additional 3% increases for services provided in community settings (like homes or schools), in rural counties (population under 100,000), or in areas with healthcare provider shortages. The request must be submitted by October 1, 2025, and must align with federal reimbursement standards. This bill directly affects providers serving vulnerable populations in underserved areas, aiming to improve access to care through updated payment structures.

Maddy summarySB 103 revises Nevada's mail ballot rules to require that mail ballots must be postmarked by the last day of early voting (not the election day) and received by the time polls close on election day. It mandates county and city clerks to date-mark ballots without a USPS postmark, eliminates the previous rule that counted ballots with unclear postmarks received within three days after the election, and requires secure ballot drop boxes at all polling locations. This directly affects voters mailing ballots, election officials responsible for processing ballots, and individuals returning ballots for others. The changes apply to all county and city elections in Nevada, focusing on clearer deadlines and verification processes.

Maddy summarySB 236 revises Nevada law to clarify rights for property owners and occupants in disputes over dwellings. It defines "squatter" (not a tenant) for summary court proceedings and shortens the time locked-out occupants have to seek reentry (from 7 to 3 days) and the time owners must store belongings (from 30 to 15 days). The bill also expands the crime of unlawful occupancy to cover taking residence in *any* dwelling without permission - whether vacant or occupied - without owner consent. These changes directly affect property owners, occupants locked out of dwellings, and law enforcement handling eviction-related cases.

Maddy summarySB 248 requires every public school in Nevada to create and maintain an electronic, publicly accessible list of all print and digital materials in its library and used in classroom curricula. The list must include each item's title, author, unique book code (ISBN), and be searchable and downloadable on the school's website. It covers all books, digital resources, and instructional materials used in teaching, but excludes academic tests and audiovisual content. This bill directly affects all public schools by mandating greater transparency about educational resources available to students and families.

Maddy summarySB 205 requires Nevada county clerks to **mandatory use U.S. Postal Service (USPS) address change data** to update the statewide voter registration list, replacing previous optional language. It directly affects **county election officials** and **registered voters who move** within Nevada, as clerks must now automatically correct voter addresses using USPS data. Key provisions include: requiring clerks to **publicly post online how many voters were removed** via this method, and mandating they **mail notices to voters before removing them** from the list. The law phases in full implementation by January 1, 2026, after immediate preparation steps. (Based on NRS 293.5303, 293.5307 amendments in SB 205)