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AR 5

Adds former Assemblymember Odis “Tyrone” Thompson to the Assembly Wall of Distinction. (BDR R-1162)

2025 Regular Session

Designates Tyrone Thompson to Nevada Assembly’s Wall of Distinction; a ceremonial honor recognizing his public service, with no budget impact and a copy sent to his family.

Enrolled and delivered to Secretary of State. File No. 16.
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Bill Summary · AR 5

Summary: Assembly Resolution AR 5 – Add Tyrone Thompson to the Assembly Wall of Distinction

Overview

AR 5 is an Assembly resolution that designates former Assemblymember Odis “Tyrone” Thompson to the Assembly Wall of Distinction, recognizing his public service and contributions to the State of Nevada. The resolution is ceremonial, with no fiscal provisions, and becomes effective upon adoption.

Purpose

  • Add former Assemblymember Odis “Tyrone” Thompson to the Assembly Wall of Distinction, consistent with the Assembly’s practice of recognizing distinguished past members.
  • Honor Thompson’s career, leadership, and impact on Nevada’s communities, including his work with underrepresented and vulnerable residents.

Key Provisions

  • Adds Tyrone Thompson to the Assembly Wall of Distinction.
  • Directs the Chief Clerk of the Assembly to prepare and transmit a copy of the resolution to Thompson’s family.
  • Declares that the resolution becomes effective upon adoption.
  • No budgetary appropriation or statutory changes; strictly a commemorative designation.

Background on Odis “Tyrone” Thompson

  • Born September 30, 1967, in Las Vegas.
  • Education: BA in Criminal Justice (Northern Arizona University, 1989); MA in Organizational Management (University of Phoenix, 2010).
  • Public service career spanning three decades in local/state government and community organizations.
  • 17+ years as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for abused and neglected children in foster care.
  • Appointed to the Nevada Assembly in 2013 to fill a vacancy; subsequently elected to three additional terms representing Assembly District 17.
  • Leadership and policy focus included mentoring programs, educational opportunities, homeless and vulnerable populations, health care, criminal offender reintegration, and designating Peace Week in Nevada.
  • Leadership roles: Assembly Majority Whip (2019) and Chair of the Assembly Committee on Education.
  • Legacy efforts include Ty’s Place (after-school program), and recognition by multiple institutions (university, school district, scholarship program).

Affected Parties

  • Family of Tyrone Thompson (recipients of the recognition).
  • Nevada Assembly and the broader public, as a ceremonial acknowledgment of notable public service.
  • Institutions honoring Thompson (e.g., universities, schools) by association with his legacy.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: May 7, 2025.
  • Read and Adopted: May 7, 2025 (As Introduced/As Enrolled version mirrors this action).
  • Enrolled and delivered to Secretary of State: May 12, 2025.
  • File Number: 16.
  • Session: 83rd Session (2025).

Impact and Practical Effect

  • Ceremonial designation that honors Tyrone Thompson’s memory and contributions.
  • The recognition is largely symbolic and informational, with no mandated programs, funding, or policy changes attached.

What to Expect Next

  • The Secretary of State processes and publishes the enrolled resolution.
  • A formal acknowledgment is issued to Thompson’s family, preserving his legacy within Nevada’s legislative history.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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