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Nevada Dems unveil land deal to satisfy military, greens
Nevada House Democrats unveiled legislation Tuesday to grant the Air Force a long-sought expansion of its training facility in the Nevada desert while also safeguarding against future growth in the region.
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Local leaders are joining efforts to expand access to green spaces and trees across the Las Vegas valley.
I have invested in transformative technologies that will shape the 21st century, especially in wind and solar energy. Additionally, I am passionate about addressing the housing crisis and ensuring families are free from the burden of high living costs.
By Kayla Anderson
Earlier this week, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that it will begin seeking public comment about the proposed Libra Solar Project that would generate close to 700 megawatts of electricity on 5,500 acres of public lands mainly located in Mineral County.
By Katie Ann McCarver
The Brightline West project, a 218-mile, all-electric rail system slated for construction along the infamously congested Interstate 15 corridor, kicked off Monday morning at the site of its future Las Vegas Station in the central valley, with hundreds in attendance, from legislators and local business leaders to union contractors and other stakeholders.
I highlight the significance of multilateral approaches and collaboration with allies and partners to ensure deterrence and address challenges in the region. I specifically mention the collaboration with Japan and the advancements in defense capabilities. Additionally, I inquire about efforts to promote climate resiliency in the Indo-Pacific and emphasize the importance of green technologies in supporting defense requirements.
WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) voted for a government funding bill that prevents a shutdown and makes historic investments in American families and workers. The legislation will also strengthen Democracy at home and abroad and fund the implementation of the PACT Act we passed earlier this year. It also delivers more than $21M for 14 local projects in Nevada’s 4thCongressional District.
My bipartisan, bicameral legislation, the Great Basin National Heritage Area, and the Mormon Pioneer National Heritage Area Extension Act were included as part of the National Heritage area act, which is currently being debated. The bill will reauthorize all 55 National Heritage areas for 15 years, providing the certainty that NHAs need to build long-term partnerships and leverage public and private dollars. Additionally, it will increase transparency and accountability for the program.
By Elspeth Cordua DiMarzio and Vince Saavedra
With the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Nevada residents from all corners of the state can look forward to an extra $369 billion in labor and climate investments coming to the state.
By Ken Ritter
LAS VEGAS -- After a decade in limbo, Nevada is pressing U.S. nuclear regulators to finally kill a mothballed proposal to entomb the nation’s most radioactive waste beneath a windswept volcanic ridge north of Las Vegas.