The Nevada Assembly recently revisited four bills that were vetoed by Governor Joe Lombardo in 2023, including important pieces of housing legislation and measures related to school meals and reproductive health care. Instead of immediately scrapping the bills, the Assembly decided to keep them on the chief clerk’s desk, providing the opportunity to potentially override the vetoes later in the session.
Key bills such as Assembly Bill 218, which would protect tenants from excessive charges by landlords, and Assembly Bill 319, which aimed to provide universal free school meals, were among those that the Assembly chose to consider for potential override. Assembly Majority Leader Sandra Jauregui emphasized that these bills reflect the values and priorities of the Democratic majority in the Assembly.
While some issues, like free school meals, are already being addressed through new legislation, the decision to retain the vetoed bills on the desk serves as a reminder of the ongoing commitment to serving constituents. Jauregui also highlighted the potential for bipartisan collaboration to address pressing issues facing Nevada residents, such as reducing costs, ensuring housing security, and supporting children’s access to meals.
Governor Lombardo’s office declined to comment on the Assembly’s decision regarding the vetoed bills from the previous session. The Assembly also decided to scrap other vetoed bills, such as those related to election processes, emphasizing the importance of legislative action in addressing a wide range of issues.
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