Nevada 2025 1st Special Session

Nevada Senate Bill SB4

Refer

11/12/25

Introduced

11/13/25

Report Pass

11/14/25

Engrossed

11/14/25

Refer

11/14/25

Report Pass

11/16/25

Enrolled

11/21/25

Chaptered

12/1/25

Passed

12/1/25

Caption

AN ACT relating to state financial administration; making supplemental appropriations and authorizing the expenditure of money for the support of the civil government of the State for the 2025-2027 biennium; increasing the maximum annual salary of the State Chief Information Officer of the Governor's Technology Office within the Office of the Governor; revising the membership of the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.

Impact

The enactment of SB4 is poised to bolster several sectors within the state, including public health and education. Particularly, it appropriates funds for a jail-based behavioral health program aimed at improving mental health services for incarcerated individuals, with specific allocations directed to Clark and Washoe counties. This indicates a focus on addressing mental health within the criminal justice system. Additionally, the bill allocates funds for public health laboratory equipment, showcasing a commitment to enhancing the state's healthcare capabilities.

Summary

Senate Bill 4 (SB4) focuses on state financial administration by proposing supplemental appropriations and authorizing the expenditure of funds intended to support various state programs and public services during the 2025-2027 biennium. Notably, it increases the maximum annual salary of the State Chief Information Officer and revises the membership structure of the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education, aiming for a more representative body that aligns with the diverse needs of Nevada's student population. Furthermore, SB4 outlines significant funding for health and educational initiatives, targeting resources in community-based healthcare and education quality improvement.

Sentiment

The sentiment towards SB4 appears generally positive among supporters who view it as a necessary investment in vital state services and infrastructure. Legislators argue that by providing such funding, the bill addresses critical gaps in mental health services and educational quality. However, there may be contention regarding the funds’ distribution and the adequacy of the budget to cover all proposed services, which could lead to debates over prioritizing certain initiatives over others.

Contention

As SB4 allocates significant funds to various sectors, some concern has been raised regarding how effectively these funds will be used and whether they adequately meet the needs of diverse communities across the state. Opponents may argue that the bill should ensure greater access to these services for underserved populations, particularly in rural areas where healthcare and educational resources are often lacking. Additionally, debates may arise over the pay increase for the Chief Information Officer amidst discussions about budgetary efficiencies.

Latest NV SB4 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NV SB4

NV SB501

Authorizes expenditures by agencies of the State Government for the 2025-2027 biennium. (BDR S-1231)

NV SB12

Revises provisions relating to the Office of the Chief Information Officer within the Office of the Governor. (BDR 19-280)

NV SB480

Makes an appropriation to the Office of Finance in the Office of the Governor for a loan to the Office of the Chief Information Officer within the Office of the Governor for the replacement of uninterruptible power supply equipment and related expenses. (BDR S-1177)

NV AB1

AN ACT relating to governmental administration; providing that a meeting between an agency or officer of the Executive Department of the State Government and the Legislature concerning certain topics relating to cybersecurity is not subject to the Open Meeting Law; prohibiting the disclosure of certain information and materials received during or prepared for such a meeting; creating and setting forth the duties of the Security Operations Center within the Office of Information Security and Cyber Defense within the Governor's Technology Office within the Office of the Governor; creating the Account for the Security Operations Center and prescribing the use of money in the Account; requiring the Security Operations Center to prepare an annual report that assesses the effectiveness of the Security Operations Center; requiring the Security Operations Center, to the extent funding is available, to develop the Cybersecurity Talent Pipeline Program; revising the purpose of the Governor's Technology Office; authorizing the board of trustees of a school district to use the services and equipment of the Governor's Technology Office; making various other changes relating to the cybersecurity of governmental entities; making appropriations; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.

NV AB591

Makes various changes regarding state financial administration and makes appropriations for the support of the civil government of the State. (BDR S-1228)

NV SB8

AN ACT relating to employment; revising provisions relating to the compensation of employees; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.

NV SB7

AN ACT relating to occupational diseases; revising provisions governing the circumstances when diseases of the lungs are considered to be an occupational disease for certain police officers, firefighters or arson investigators; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.

NV SB476

Makes appropriations to the Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission for the replacement and updating of certain technology. (BDR S-1191)

NV AB3

AN ACT relating to public office; authorizing a public officer to request that certain personal information contained in the records of the Secretary of State, a county or city clerk, county recorder or county assessor be kept confidential; authorizing a candidate or public officer to use campaign contributions to pay for expenses relating to personal security; authorizing a public officer to request that the Department of Motor Vehicles display an alternate address on the person's driver's license, commercial driver's license or identification card; providing penalties; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.

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To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.