Nevada politics

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Bill would safeguard children in mixed-status families from custody gaps if separated by immigration enforcement

Manuel Holguin JR

Lawmakers recently heard AB460, a bill aimed at preventing children from being left in legal uncertainty if their parents are unexpectedly detained by immigration and have not established any guardianship safeguards.

U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto stands at a podium addressing the Nevada State Legislature. She gestures with both hands while delivering remarks, with lawmakers seated behind her in a wood-paneled chamber. Teleprompters flank her, and nameplates of legislators are visible in the foreground.

Nevada State Government

Cortez Masto: GOP tax plan comes at the expense of Nevada families’ health care

Manuel Holguin JR

Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto warned Nevada lawmakers that proposed federal Medicaid cuts could strain the state’s budget, health care system, and working families.

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Nevada State Government

Statewide youth organizations push for legislative support on pressing issues

Manuel Holguin JR

Young Nevadans joined a youth-led lobby day at the state legislature to advocate for bills on gun violence prevention, school lunches, and youth rights.

Assembly Government Affairs during a committee hearing

Nevada State Government

Bill would let government officials deny records requests after retention period

Manuel Holguin JR

Assemblymember Ken Gray introduced AB152, which would permit local government agencies to refuse public records requests if they have complied with their retention schedules set by Nevada Revised Statutes. However, the bill raised concerns about transparency and its potential impact on Nevada’s existing public record laws, as it could weaken these laws.

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Purple Politics Nevada Live: What’s next for healthcare and housing in Nevada?

Lucia Starbuck

At the latest Purple Politics Nevada live event, Lucia Starbuck hosted a candid discussion between Nevada lawmakers Senator Robin Titus and Assemblymember Erica Roth. Topics included looming federal Medicaid cuts, healthcare access in rural and urban areas, the controversial film tax credit proposal, housing affordability, tariffs, and insurance availability.

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Purple Politics Nevada Live: What’s next for healthcare and housing in Nevada?

Lucia Starbuck

At the latest Purple Politics Nevada live event, Lucia Starbuck hosted a candid discussion between Nevada lawmakers Senator Robin Titus and Assemblymember Erica Roth. Topics included looming federal Medicaid cuts, healthcare access in rural and urban areas, the controversial film tax credit proposal, housing affordability, tariffs, and insurance availability.

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En Español

Residentes del norte de Nevada platican sobre sus valores políticos moldeados por Latinoamérica

Alysha Cancino

Antonio Solorio y Leslie Mix son residentes del norte de Nevada que participaron en el programa de conversación “Un pequeño paso adelante”. Escuche un fragmento de su conversación.

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One Small Step: Reno residents explore political values shaped by moving across states and countries

Alysha Cancino

Sam Gingrich and Isaiah Price are Reno residents who participated in KUNR’s One Small Step conversation program. Listen to an excerpt from their conversation.

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En Español

¿Cómo se cuentan los votos de las elecciones de 2024 en Nevada?

Factchequeado

¿Cómo se cuentan los votos en Nevada y cuál es el plazo para certificar los resultados de las elecciones de 2024? Nuestro medio aliado Factchequeado tiene los detalles.

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Latino families in Nevada are a deciding factor this election cycle

With Nevada being a crucial swing state in November’s election, the Latino vote has become increasingly important. Read more in this story from KUNR media partner Latino News Network.