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signed · Nevada · Assembly Jun 6, 2025

AB 249: Revises provisions relating to fiscal notes. (BDR 17-932)

AB 249 revises Nevada's requirements for fiscal notes accompanying legislative bills and initiative petitions to improve clarity about potential costs. It changes the "Effect on the State" statement from "Yes" to "May have Fiscal Impact" in bill summaries, acknowledging that fiscal effects are not guaranteed. For initiative petitions, the bill updates the posting deadline for fiscal notes: if a challenge to the fiscal description is filed, the note must be posted within 10 business days of the court's decision; otherwise, it must be posted within 10 business days after the challenge deadline expires. These changes apply to the Legislative Counsel, Fiscal Analysis Division, and Secretary of State when preparing and publishing fiscal information.

signed · Nevada · Senate Jun 6, 2025

SB 115: Makes various changes relating to bilingual education. (BDR 34-790)

SB 115 requires teachers in bilingual education programs to hold a specific Department of Education endorsement, replacing previous flexibility for teachers without endorsements. It authorizes school districts and charter schools to provide a $2,500 annual stipend to teachers who either hold the endorsement or are enrolled in a program to obtain it. School districts must now report annually on how many employees received this stipend. The bill directly affects bilingual education teachers, school districts with over 100,000 students (like Clark County), and charter schools. These changes became law after passing the legislature and receiving the Governor's approval on June 5, 2025.

Topics ✓ Education

signed · Nevada · Assembly Jun 6, 2025

AB 486: Makes various changes related to transportation. (BDR 35-678)

AB 486 increases the fee on new tires from $1 to $2 per tire. Tire sellers must collect this fee, send 95% of it to the state for the Solid Waste Management Account, and split the remaining 5% between the Wildlife Crossings Account and administrative costs. The Wildlife Crossings Account funds projects like wildlife overpasses or underpasses to reduce animal-vehicle collisions and protect migration routes. This affects tire sellers, purchasers, and state transportation projects focused on wildlife safety. The bill directly changes how tire fees support wildlife crossing infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

signed · Nevada · Assembly Jun 6, 2025

AB 551: Requires a background investigation of employees, prospective employees, contractors and prospective contractors of certain governmental agencies. (BDR 38-1122)

AB 551 requires the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (within Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services) to conduct background investigations on all current and prospective employees and contractors. It mandates that these individuals submit proof of U.S. citizenship or work authorization, along with two sets of fingerprints for FBI and law enforcement background checks. Current employees must complete this by January 1, 2026, and contractors must do so when renewing contracts. The bill aligns with existing Nevada law for the Department of Taxation (AB 530) and is funded through the state executive budget.

signed · Nevada · Senate Jun 6, 2025

SB 175: Revises provisions governing the treatment of certain military credentials in the licensure and hiring of educational personnel. (BDR 34-663)

SB 175 modifies Nevada law to ensure military members and veterans can more easily become licensed educators. It requires school districts to count certification as a Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) instructor - held by active military members or veterans - as valid credit toward teaching licenses or endorsements. The bill expands existing rules that previously only applied to veterans’ Joint Services Transcripts by specifically including JROTC instructor credentials in the list of recognized qualifications. This change directly affects military-affiliated individuals seeking teaching roles in Nevada public schools.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Veterans

signed · Nevada · Assembly Jun 6, 2025

AB 289: Revises provisions relating to education. (BDR 34-320)

AB 289 authorizes Nevada's Board of Regents to establish a required financial literacy course within the Nevada System of Higher Education, which includes the University of Nevada. This bill directly affects public universities in Nevada by giving the Board of Regents the authority to create such a course of study. The key provision adds language to Nevada law allowing the Board to prescribe financial literacy as part of the curriculum. The bill was signed into law by the Governor on June 5, 2025, and became Chapter 284.

Topics ✓ Education

signed · Nevada · Assembly Jun 6, 2025

AB 451: Provides immunity from civil liability to certain persons returning a firearm under certain circumstances. (BDR 3-1057)

AB 451 provides legal protection from lawsuits for licensed firearm dealers and local law enforcement agencies that temporarily store firearms under voluntary agreements with owners. The bill applies when a dealer or agency takes a firearm at an owner’s request and returns it per the agreement’s terms. It shields them from civil liability for injuries or deaths after return, unless they acted with gross negligence or knew the owner was a danger to themselves or others. This law aims to encourage safe firearm storage programs to reduce suicide risks, aligning with Nevada’s suicide prevention goals.

signed · Nevada · Senate Jun 6, 2025

SB 404: Revises provisions relating to personal financial administration. (BDR 12-901)

SB 404 revises Nevada's laws governing the administration of trusts and estates, directly affecting residents with estates or trusts. Key changes include raising the estate value threshold for simplified summary administration from $300,000 to $500,000, increasing the set-aside amount without full administration from $100,000 to $150,000, and updating the affidavit limit for surviving spouses. The bill also revises the priority order for appointing estate administrators, allowing courts to appoint qualified individuals based on "good cause" (e.g., after proving due diligence to locate heirs), and repeals a preference for relatives of "whole blood" over "half blood" in estate matters. These updates streamline estate processing while clarifying administrative procedures for courts and personal representatives.

signed · Nevada · Assembly Jun 6, 2025

AB 478: Revises provisions governing construction times in counties and cities. (BDR 20-1091)

AB 478 revises Nevada law to require that residential construction work in common-interest communities (like planned neighborhoods) must start no earlier than 5 a.m. between April 1 and September 30 in Clark County and its cities (Las Vegas, Henderson, etc.). The bill eliminates a previous exception that allowed developer-controlled communities to have different rules, now applying the 5 a.m. start time uniformly to all common-interest communities during this summer period. It affects construction companies, developers, and homeowners in these specific areas by standardizing early work hours. The law does not change existing rules outside the April-September timeframe or for communities without adopted ordinances.

signed · Nevada · Senate Jun 6, 2025

SB 201: Prohibits certain restrictions on the display of religious or cultural items under certain circumstances. (BDR 10-122)

SB 201 prevents homeowners' associations and landlords from banning residents from displaying religious or cultural items (like prayer flags or cultural symbols) in their private living spaces, such as on doors or in units. It allows exceptions for displays larger than 36x12 inches, those threatening safety, violating laws, or containing illegal content. Landlords and associations must give 7 days' written notice before temporarily removing displays during repairs, store items respectfully, and return them within 72 hours. This law directly affects renters and homeowners in Nevada common-interest communities and rental properties.

Topics ✓ Housing

signed · Nevada · Assembly Jun 6, 2025

AB 184: Revises provisions relating to interscholastic activities. (BDR 34-186)

This bill revises Nevada's high school sports regulations by prohibiting the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) from retaliating against schools or individuals advocating for policies. It bans athletic recruitment (e.g., schools recruiting students specifically for sports) and requires the NIAA to investigate violations, making recruited students ineligible to compete for a season. The bill also updates eligibility rules: students transferring due to military status, lottery school enrollment, or pre-10th grade transfers gain immediate eligibility, while schools cannot impose stricter rules than NIAA regulations. Finally, it clarifies appeal processes for disputes over eligibility or decisions.

Topics ✓ Education

signed · Nevada · Assembly Jun 6, 2025

AB 52: Revises provisions relating to the payment of claims under policies of health insurance. (BDR 57-367)

AB 52 revises Nevada's health insurance claim payment rules, requiring private insurers and health plans to approve or deny claims within 21 days (electronically submitted) or 30 days (paper submissions), and pay approved claims within the same timeframes. It mandates insurers to request additional information within 20 days of receiving a claim, prohibits denying claims without a reasonable basis, and requires detailed denial notices within 21/30 days. The bill also extends compliance penalties to dental plans and managed care organizations, and exempts Medicaid, CHIP, and public employee health programs from these requirements. These changes aim to streamline claim processing and improve payment timelines for providers.

Topics ✓ Healthcare