Sen. Carrie Buck

Maddy summarySB 304 removes a requirement that a person must have previously been convicted of at least three offenses to be charged with vehicular homicide in Nevada. The bill amends Nevada Revised Statute 484C.130 to eliminate this prior conviction element, meaning prosecutors no longer need to prove three prior convictions for a vehicular homicide charge. The law now focuses solely on whether the defendant was driving under the influence (including alcohol, controlled substances, or other prohibited substances) and proximately caused a death. This change directly affects individuals charged with vehicular homicide in Nevada, streamlining the legal standard for such cases.

Maddy summarySB 399 removes fees for spouses of veterans buried in Nevada's state veterans' cemeteries. The bill amends existing law (NRS 417.210) to explicitly prohibit the Director of Veterans Services from charging a fee for the interment of a veteran's spouse, while maintaining fee-free burial for veterans themselves and other immediate family members. This directly affects spouses of eligible veterans seeking burial in state-operated veterans' cemeteries. The key mechanism is a clear statutory change to the fee structure, ensuring spouses are exempt from costs that may have previously applied. The bill does not alter eligibility requirements or burial procedures for veterans or other family members.

Maddy summarySB 169 requires third-party reservation platforms (like booking apps for restaurants or salons) to obtain a written agreement with an establishment before listing, advertising, or selling reservations through their service. Violations would be treated as deceptive trade practices, subjecting platforms to civil penalties (up to $10,000 per violation) but not criminal charges. The law explicitly exempts document preparation services from these requirements. It directly affects online booking platforms and the businesses they connect with, aiming to ensure platforms have explicit authorization for reservation activities.

Maddy summaryAB 377 simplifies how Nevada homeowners and qualifying rental property owners claim property tax abatements. It allows owners to submit their abatement claim directly on the "declaration of value" form (already required when transferring property) instead of filing separately with county assessors. This applies to primary residences and rental properties meeting specific rent-based criteria. The bill updates existing rules to streamline the process while maintaining eligibility requirements like the property being the owner's primary residence or a qualifying rental.

Maddy summarySB 258 updates industrial insurance rules by limiting reductions to workers' compensation only for "economic damages" (medical costs, lost wages, and rehabilitation expenses) when an injured worker receives payment from a third party, such as another company's insurance. It removes the requirement for injured workers to notify insurers before suing third parties and changes court procedures by prohibiting juries from hearing evidence about prior compensation payments. These changes directly affect injured workers, their families, and industrial insurers by ensuring workers are "made whole" before insurers claim any portion of third-party recovery. The bill also restricts insurers' claims to only the economic damages portion of any settlement or judgment.

Maddy summarySB 276 requires cities, counties, water authorities, and Indian tribes in Nevada to report water quality data and incident information (like sewage spills or pollution) to the state Environmental Protection Division. It mandates that local entities notify affected neighboring governments and tribes during water incidents and prohibits contracts that block such information sharing. The bill creates a standardized reporting form and ensures all reported data becomes publicly available to relevant local entities and tribes. This directly affects local governments, water agencies, and tribal governments managing water resources across Nevada.

Maddy summaryAB 309 requires temporary orders for protection against domestic violence, when served to someone in custody, to include specific information about their right to contest an extended order. The order must state that if the person remains in custody on the hearing date, they can file an affidavit explaining why the extended order should not be granted, and that failing to file may result in the court granting the order without their input. This change directly affects individuals in jail who are named in such orders, ensuring they are clearly informed of their options before the hearing. The bill does not alter existing procedures for issuing temporary orders but adds these informational requirements for incarcerated defendants.

Maddy summaryAB 81 exempts Nevada from federal law requiring seasonal time changes (daylight saving time). If enacted, Nevada would observe Pacific Standard Time year-round instead of switching clocks twice annually. This applies to all state agencies and local governments across Nevada. The exemption would take effect on July 1, 2025, under federal law (15 U.S.C. § 260a).

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.