Nevada Senate approves multiple bills for victim compensation education and healthcare funding
May 26, 2025 | 2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
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The Nevada Senate Committee on Finance made significant strides in supporting victims of crime and enhancing educational resources during its latest meeting on May 26, 2025.
Central to the discussions was Senate Bill 62, which expands the definition of a victim eligible for compensation from the fund for victims of crime. The bill allows for payments up to $1,000 for property damage incurred during a crime and includes appropriations of $30,000 annually to the victims' compensation fund and $1 million to support victims of human trafficking. A proposed amendment to reduce the human trafficking fund to $200,000 was discussed but ultimately passed with the original funding intact.
In a move to bolster education, Senate Bill 90 received approval for a $15 million general fund appropriation to the Nevada Department of Education. This funding aims to assist teachers and specialized personnel in acquiring essential classroom supplies, with a cap of $7.5 million per fiscal year. The bill faced some opposition but was ultimately passed without amendments.
The committee also addressed Senate Bill 133, which allocates $800,000 to the Nevada Center for Civic Engagement for civics education programs. An amendment to reduce this amount to $500,000 was proposed and passed, reflecting ongoing discussions about budget constraints.
Other notable bills included Senate Bill 147, establishing a pilot program for economic resiliency in Southern Nevada with a proposed funding reduction from $650,000 to $500,000, and Senate Bill 156, which revises gun violence prevention measures with a conceptual amendment that would eliminate fiscal impacts on the attorney general's office.
The meeting concluded with discussions on various other bills, including those related to healthcare and taxation, showcasing the committee's commitment to addressing a wide range of issues affecting Nevadans. The outcomes of these discussions signal a proactive approach to legislative changes that aim to enhance community support and educational resources across the state.
Central to the discussions was Senate Bill 62, which expands the definition of a victim eligible for compensation from the fund for victims of crime. The bill allows for payments up to $1,000 for property damage incurred during a crime and includes appropriations of $30,000 annually to the victims' compensation fund and $1 million to support victims of human trafficking. A proposed amendment to reduce the human trafficking fund to $200,000 was discussed but ultimately passed with the original funding intact.
In a move to bolster education, Senate Bill 90 received approval for a $15 million general fund appropriation to the Nevada Department of Education. This funding aims to assist teachers and specialized personnel in acquiring essential classroom supplies, with a cap of $7.5 million per fiscal year. The bill faced some opposition but was ultimately passed without amendments.
The committee also addressed Senate Bill 133, which allocates $800,000 to the Nevada Center for Civic Engagement for civics education programs. An amendment to reduce this amount to $500,000 was proposed and passed, reflecting ongoing discussions about budget constraints.
Other notable bills included Senate Bill 147, establishing a pilot program for economic resiliency in Southern Nevada with a proposed funding reduction from $650,000 to $500,000, and Senate Bill 156, which revises gun violence prevention measures with a conceptual amendment that would eliminate fiscal impacts on the attorney general's office.
The meeting concluded with discussions on various other bills, including those related to healthcare and taxation, showcasing the committee's commitment to addressing a wide range of issues affecting Nevadans. The outcomes of these discussions signal a proactive approach to legislative changes that aim to enhance community support and educational resources across the state.
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