By McKenna Ross, Las Vegas Review-Journal, May 26, 2023 Nevada’s unemployment rate dipped … [Read More...] about Nevada still has highest US jobless rate; signs of growth emerge
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Politics and Government
S-CORP Washington Wire: Main Street Tax Certainty Act
By Admin, S-Corp, May 18, 2023 Good news for Main Street! Long time S-Corp champion Senator Steve Daines from Montana plans to introduce his “Main Street Tax Certainty Act” later today. Cosponsored by more than a dozen of his colleagues, the bill would prevent rate hikes on America’s … [Read More...] about S-CORP Washington Wire: Main Street Tax Certainty Act
Nevada Democrats Dismiss Voter ID as ‘Unconstitutional’ Despite Majority of Voters Supporting It
By Hannah Bleau, Breitbart, May 4, 2023 Top Nevada Democrats are dismissing legislation to enhance election integrity, which would incorporate basic protocols such as voter ID, deeming such “unconstitutional.” Nevada Democrats — including Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager, state Attorney General … [Read More...] about Nevada Democrats Dismiss Voter ID as ‘Unconstitutional’ Despite Majority of Voters Supporting It
‘I Wish I Could Legislate What Parents Do,’ NV Dem Chairwoman Says
State lawmaker Daniele Monroe-Moreno dismisses school choice, parental rights during committee hearing By Collin Anderson, The Washington Free Beacon, May 1, 2023 The head of the Nevada Democratic Party last week lamented parental input in public schools, saying she wishes she could "legislate … [Read More...] about ‘I Wish I Could Legislate What Parents Do,’ NV Dem Chairwoman Says
Tourism & Gaming
Gaming Commission targets 24 regulations for modification, elimination
At Commissioner Steven Cohen’s final meeting, board identifies rules ordered for review by Gov. Joe Lombardo’s executive order. By Richard N. Velotta, The Las Vegas Review Journal, April 20, 2023 The Nevada Gaming Commission on Thursday unanimously approved two lists of gaming regulations that … [Read More...] about Gaming Commission targets 24 regulations for modification, elimination
Fontainebleau’s turbulent past mirrors Las Vegas’ up-down economy
By Eli Segall, Las Vegas Review Journal, April 15, 2023 In my nearly 11 years covering Las Vegas’ real estate market, the job was almost never boring. Whether it was squatters taking over abandoned houses, big construction plans that came and went, or billion-dollar casino sales, Southern … [Read More...] about Fontainebleau’s turbulent past mirrors Las Vegas’ up-down economy
Nevada’s hospitality sector hit hard by ‘Great Resignation’
By McKenna Ross, Las Vegas Review Journal, April 7, 2023 Las Vegas resident Yodit Belete was looking for a server or bartending job at last month’s massive Spring Job Fair, hosted by Clark County. She moved to Las Vegas in early March and wanted work at one of the newer Strip … [Read More...] about Nevada’s hospitality sector hit hard by ‘Great Resignation’
Business
A Positive Outlook – Small Business Survey
By Jeremy Aguero, Principal Analyst, Applied Analysis, Las Vegas Review Journal, May 22, 2023 Nevada State Bank recently issued the 10th edition of its Nevada Small Business Survey. Businesses surveyed expressed tempered optimism about Nevada’s economy, expecting growth but citing labor … [Read More...] about A Positive Outlook – Small Business Survey
Action! Hollywood may come to Las Vegas
By Taylor Avery, Las Vegas Review Journal, May 11, 2023 CARSON CITY — A bill to make nearly $200 million in film tax credits available every year for the next 20 years was introduced in Carson City on Thursday, part of a bid to get Hollywood studios to relocate to Nevada. Senate Bill 496, … [Read More...] about Action! Hollywood may come to Las Vegas
Legislation
Partisan Gridlock in Carson City Signals Special Session
Assembly Minority Leader O’Neill: ‘Cops don’t bluff what they can’t back up’ By Megan Barth, The Nevada Globe, May 25, 2023 As the Globe reported, Nevada State Democrats have fast-tracked their budgets through both chambers at the expense of Governor Lombardo’s legislative priorities and … [Read More...] about Partisan Gridlock in Carson City Signals Special Session
Price at the pump: Lombardo’s promised 1-year tax break on gas arrives at Legislature
By Greg Haas, KLAS, May 22, 2023 LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Gov. Joe Lombardo’s promise to Nevadans to suspend the state gas tax for a year arrived in the Nevada Legislature on Monday. Senate Bill 502 (SB502) also contains a big adjustment to the state’s commerce tax, an effort to help more small … [Read More...] about Price at the pump: Lombardo’s promised 1-year tax break on gas arrives at Legislature
Governor Lombardo’s education bills have yet to advance, advocates react
By Tiffany Lane, KSNV, May 23, 2023 The clock is ticking down for two of Governor Joe Lombardo's education bills in the Nevada legislature. If they fail, some are worried there could be a legislative standoff. Just last week, Lombardo's office confirmed to News 3 that if his priorities … [Read More...] about Governor Lombardo’s education bills have yet to advance, advocates react
Nevada News
Nevada state senator steered federal grant to friend, complaint states
By Briana Erickson, Las Vegas Review Journal, May 11, 2023 State Sen. Dina Neal is under investigation following claims she pressured a college professor to direct federal funds for local businesses into the pockets of unqualified companies, including one owned by her friend, records and emails … [Read More...] about Nevada state senator steered federal grant to friend, complaint states
Bally’s Corp. hopes free land helps push A’s deal to completion
By Mick Akers, Las Vegas Review Journal, May 15, 2023 The owners of the Tropicana hope that giving the Oakland Athletics 9 acres of land on the Las Vegas Strip free of charge will help to push the planned $1.5 billion MLB ballpark project to completion. Bally’s Corp. Chairman Soo Kim told the … [Read More...] about Bally’s Corp. hopes free land helps push A’s deal to completion
Will Nevada have a lottery? Opposing sides weigh in on state lottery proposal
By Richard Velotta, Las Vegas Review Journal, May 6, 2023 There’s a little nook in the casino for vending machines at Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, Massachusetts. The machines don’t sell cigarettes, candy bars or soft drinks. Instead, patrons can purchase packets of lottery tickets from the … [Read More...] about Will Nevada have a lottery? Opposing sides weigh in on state lottery proposal
