Maddy summaryNevada's legislature passed SJR 7, a non-binding resolution urging the federal government to stop pursuing Yucca Mountain as a nuclear waste disposal site. The resolution cites Nevada's objections to Yucca Mountain's geology (including seismic risks and location above the water table), economic concerns (potential $5.5 billion annual tourism losses), and the fact that spent nuclear fuel is already safely stored at over 70 reactor sites nationwide. It emphasizes that the federal government has not adequately addressed safety, environmental, or socioeconomic impacts, especially given Nevada's history hosting nuclear testing and waste facilities. The resolution directs Nevada's delegation to formally request federal reconsideration, highlighting that no emergency justifies moving waste through 44 states despite existing safe storage options.
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Maddy summaryAJR 14 is a Nevada legislative resolution condemning the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack and criticizing the use of presidential pardons to absolve participants. It specifically denounces President Trump’s pardons and commutations granted on January 20, 2025, for those involved in the riot, including assaults on law enforcement officers. The resolution directs Nevada’s legislature to formally condemn the attack and send copies to the President, U.S. Senate and House leaders, and Nevada’s congressional delegation. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or impose costs but serves as a symbolic statement of opposition to pardoning Capitol rioters.
Maddy summarySB 395 requires a human operator with a commercial driver's license (CDL) for certain autonomous vehicles on Nevada highways. It directly affects operators of heavy trucks (over 26,000 pounds gross weight) and large passenger vehicles (more than two axles carrying eight or more people), mandating the CDL holder must be seated to take manual control during system failures. The bill amends existing law to add these requirements, effective October 1, 2025, and expires September 30, 2035. This creates specific safety protocols for these vehicle types while maintaining existing rules for smaller autonomous vehicles.
Maddy summarySB 383 revises Nevada's juvenile justice laws to change how community service is structured, modify driving restrictions for youth, and adjust penalties for truancy. It updates the definition of community service to prioritize activities that build job skills, enhance community connections, and develop life skills - replacing older requirements with a focus on employability. The bill removes the rule that additional driving license suspensions must follow previous ones consecutively and eliminates mandatory fines for first-time truancy cases, allowing courts to instead order up to 20 hours of community service. These changes directly affect juveniles under court supervision, juvenile courts, and community service programs authorized to oversee such work.
Maddy summarySB 381 allows sheriffs and constables to appoint civil enforcement officers to handle specific duties like serving legal notices and enforcing writs. It removes restrictions that previously barred constable staff (including contractors and volunteers) from carrying weapons during official duties. The bill also permits electronic sales of real property through online auctions (with sheriffs/constables able to contract with online platforms) and revises fees for sheriff and constable services. Additionally, it eliminates a certification requirement for constables in townships with certain population sizes.
Maddy summarySB 218 requires businesses planning certain mergers or acquisitions to submit copies of their federal antitrust filings (under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act) to Nevada’s Attorney General at the same time as they file federally. It applies to businesses with their main office in Nevada or those meeting specific annual sales thresholds (20% of the federal filing threshold) in the state. The law mandates electronic submission of both the federal form and supporting documents, prohibits the Attorney General from charging fees for these filings, and exempts gaming licensees. It also maintains strict confidentiality for submitted materials, allowing disclosure only under limited circumstances like court orders or for investigations. This aligns Nevada with the Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act adopted by the Uniform Law Commission.
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 341 restricts when witnesses can testify remotely at preliminary hearings or grand jury proceedings by removing the previous "good cause" exception. It now only allows remote testimony if a witness lives more than 100 miles away or has a medical condition preventing attendance. The bill requires witnesses to sign a sworn declaration before testifying and mandates that prosecutors file this declaration plus a notice explaining the specific reason (distance or medical) with the court 48 hours in advance. These changes apply to cases beginning on or after October 1, 2025, and require remote testimony to be transcribed.