Today the Nevada State Board of Pardons Commissioners passed an amended resolution put forth by member Governor Sisolak in which those convicted of minor marijuana offenses would be pardoned. Prior to January 1, 2017, the possession of one ounce or less of marijuana was a criminal act that could be charged as a misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, or felony. This resolution extends to […]
Governor Sisolak held a press conference this eventing to update Nevadans on the reopening plan. He intends to extend Phase 2 and continue to evaluate data. The timeline for moving forward into Phase 3 is dictated by the virus. There has been an increase in cases, but it is not negatively impacting hospitals. Caleb Cage […]
Governor Sisolak made several announcements today. The first was the distribution of CARES Act funding to local governments to assist with COVID-19 expenses. The funds will help counties and cities recuperate expenses already incurred related to the COVID-19 pandemic and will help pay for eligible expenses going forward as the State continues to recover from the impacts of this pandemic. The full press release can be […]
Today, Governor Sisolak released a statement highlighting Nevada’s progress in the effort to battle COVID-19. There were five goals that he laid out in the Nevada United: Roadmap to Recovery, and positive strides have been made in each goal. The full press release can be found here: Governor Sisolak Highlights COVID-19 Progress Today also marked […]
Today, the Las Vegas City Council met and heard an emergency ordinance that would ban certain large items like backpacks and strollers from protests. It passed unanimously as required by the emergency status and was not previously noticed. The ordinance will be in effect until July 31st. Clark County Commission called an emergency meeting to […]
Today, the Interim Finance Committee heard 17 items regarding CARES Act money for the state. All were passed. Most notably, there was discussion regarding funds to increase contact tracing and help DETR update their phone system to help with the increased volume and backlog of claims. Governor Sisolak announced the approval of a comprehensive community-based […]
Today, Governor Steve Sisolak released his Phase 2 reopening Directive 021 in to accompany Tuesday night’s announcement. The directive is set to expire on June 30, 2020. All prior directives referenced remain in effect through the end of June. Directive 021 also allows for Nevada’s gaming establishments to open as of June 4, 2020. Phase 2 begins tomorrow. Two guidance documents […]
Governor Sisolak was scheduled to give a press conference this evening regarding Phase 2, but cancelled about an hour before it was scheduled. He was exposed to the virus, and while he is exhibiting no symptoms, decided to cancel out of an abundance of caution. He did release his prepared statements and announced that Phase 2 […]
Today, Governor Sisolak held a press conference to update on Phase 1 of reopening Nevada. He talked about how things are looking better as more people have access to testing and that we have had a 20-day downward trend. The Governor stated that there was no timeline for when we would be able to move […]
Today, Governor Sisolak continued the waiver for work search requirement for unemployment claims. He stated in his press release that although some businesses are beginning to open up, the unemployment rate continues to rise and many Nevadans are still in need of financial assistance.