Carson City, NV…Alongside State Assembly Speaker Jason Frierson, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak signed groundbreaking legislation to expand voting access in the State of Nevada and increase education funding. The Governor will hold ceremonial mock signings for these two bills in the near future.

Assembly Bill 321, sponsored by Frierson and Assemblywoman Teresa Benitez Thompson, makes Nevada the sixth state to adopt a permanent vote-by mail-system. The bill requires all county and city clerks to send every active registered voter a mail ballot before a primary or general election.

“At a time when State legislatures across the country are attempting to roll back access to the polls, I am so proud that Nevada continues to push forward with proven strategies that make voting more accessible and secure,” said Sisolak. “Nevada has always been widely recognized as a leader in election administration and with this legislation, we will continue to build on that legacy.”

“I’m proud of the work we did to expand access to the ballot box for all eligible Nevadans. As John Lewis said, voting is the most powerful non-violent tool we have in a democracy, “ Speaker Frierson said. “While other states across the country move to make voting more restrictive, Nevada shines as a leader in protecting this fundamental sacred right. I’m honored to have played a part in expanding the freedom to vote in our beloved state.”

Additionally, Governor Sisolak signed Assembly Bill 495 into law today, which creates a significant and meaningful investment in education funding generated from the mining industry. The legislation was made possible through a partnership of education leaders, business and industry, a bipartisan group of legislators, stakeholders and community members.

“This investment will benefit every student, educator and family in Nevada and I am so proud of the collaborative effort undertaken by stakeholders to bring this legislation over the finish line,” Sisolak said. “With this legislation, we are well on our way toward creating a better Nevada for our educators, students and families.”

Photos of the bill signings can be found here: https://spaces.hightail.com/space/3Vlo23Sapr.

Governor Sisolak also signed the following 56 bills into law:

Assembly Bill 3
Assembly Bill 8
Assembly Bill 32
Assembly Bill 42
Assembly Bill 55
Assembly Bill 57
Assembly Bill 61
Assembly Bill 71
Assembly Bill 84
Assembly Bill 85
Assembly Bill 86
Assembly Bill 104
Assembly Bill 182
Assembly Bill 195
Assembly Bill 202
Assembly Bill 207
Assembly Bill 214
Assembly Bill 222
Assembly Bill 237
Assembly Bill 253
Assembly Bill 277
Assembly Bill 290
Assembly Bill 298
Assembly Bill 301
Assembly Bill 320
Assembly Bill 333
Assembly Bill 359
Assembly Bill 396
Assembly Bill 400
Senate Bill 4
Senate Bill 75
Senate Bill 94
Senate Bill 95
Senate Bill 103
Senate Bill 150
Senate Bill 166
Senate Bill 179
Senate Bill 188
Senate Bill 196
Senate Bill 203
Senate Bill 217
Senate Bill 229
Senate Bill 248
Senate Bill 260
Senate Bill 293
Senate Bill 307
Senate Bill 320
Senate Bill 327
Senate Bill 332
Senate Bill 344
Senate Bill 358
Senate Bill 359
Senate Bill 383
Senate Bill 387
Senate Bill 396
Senate Bill 406
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