Rep. Brittney Miller

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 summaryAJR 7 proposes amending the Nevada Constitution to establish a Citizens’ Commission that would set salaries and benefits for specific elected officials, including state legislators, the governor, lieutenant governor, and other constitutional officers. The Commission, composed of seven members with diverse backgrounds (including public interest, business, and labor representation), would determine compensation annually based on duties and market comparisons, with a 15% cap on annual changes. It would replace the current legislative authority to set these salaries, requiring the Commission to file initial and subsequent schedules by January 1, 2029, and every odd-numbered year thereafter. This change directly affects the compensation structure for these elected officials without altering existing fiscal impacts on state or local government.

Maddy summaryAB 465 makes Nevada school districts and higher education institutions civilly liable if harassment occurs through their employees or if they receive notice of harassment incidents, regardless of where the incident happens. It requires schools to establish clear anti-harassment policies, provide supportive measures within 3 days of notice, investigate promptly, and protect complainants from retaliation. The bill revises definitions (including expanding "complainant" to cover employees) and updates procedures for handling power-based violence reports and climate surveys. These changes directly affect students, staff, and school administrators across Nevada’s public education system.

Maddy summaryAB 464 revises Nevada's education standards to require history courses to include factual instruction on genocides and the histories of various ethnic groups, while mandating English and arts courses to feature works by diverse authors and artists. It also requires science and health instruction to be evidence-based and prohibits school districts or charter schools from suspending or terminating staff based on political affiliation, activities, or because they teach required content. Violations of these provisions are classified as felonies, punishable by up to a year in prison. The bill directly affects Nevada public school districts, charter schools, and their employees (including teachers and administrators), with potential cost impacts on local governments due to an unfunded mandate.

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 summaryAB 154 creates the Nevada Office of the Inspector General (OIG), an independent agency to investigate fraud, waste, abuse, and corruption in state agencies and local governments. It establishes the OIG’s structure, including appointing an Inspector General (by the Governor from a Legislative Commission list) for a 4-year term, and requires state/local entities to cooperate with OIG investigations. The bill prohibits retaliation against whistleblowers who report misconduct and makes obstruction of the OIG or retaliation a category E felony. The OIG must submit quarterly reports to the Governor and Legislative Counsel Bureau, and operates through a new special fund.

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.