WASHINGTON — A sweeping voting rights bill supported by Democrats was blocked Tuesday by Senate Republicans — setting up a battle as progressive lawmakers call for elimination of the legislative … [Read more...] about GOP blocks Democratic voting rights bill in US Senate
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Nevada eviction bill picks up when moratorium ends
CARSON CITY — With the end of the state’s moratorium looming, Nevada lawmakers unveiled a bill Thursday aimed at helping renters who are facing eviction when it expires. Assembly Bill 486 would … [Read more...] about Nevada eviction bill picks up when moratorium ends
Scores of bills pass committee on Nevada’s deadline day
CARSON CITY — In fits and starts, lawmakers on Friday moved some 80 bills through committees ahead of an end-of-day deadline, including measures to help former prison inmates gain housing, rein in … [Read more...] about Scores of bills pass committee on Nevada’s deadline day
Nevada Supreme Court budget bomb: It’s not the first time
It’s almost like clockwork. The Nevada Legislature is wrapping up a biennial session, and the Nevada Supreme Court hands down a decision that has implications for the budget and sends lawmakers … [Read more...] about Nevada Supreme Court budget bomb: It’s not the first time