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SB 171

Enacts a shield law to protect the transgender community. (BDR 54-12)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by James Ohrenschall and 1 co-sponsor

Nevada's SB 171 shield law would have protected transgender individuals' rights but was vetoed by Governor; passed Senate 27-15 before veto.

Vetoed by the Governor. Returned to Senate with Governor's veto message.
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Bill Summary · SB 171

Legislative bill overview

SB 171 would have established legal protections for transgender individuals in Nevada, though the specific shield law provisions are not detailed in the legislative history provided. The bill passed the Nevada Senate with a 27-15 vote on May 22, 2025, but was vetoed by the Governor on June 2, 2025, and has not been enacted.

Why is this important

Shield laws protecting transgender individuals typically address areas such as legal recognition, healthcare access, employment protections, or privacy rights—issues that significantly affect the daily lives and safety of transgender Nevadans. The bill's passage and subsequent veto reflect ongoing partisan or philosophical disagreement about transgender legal protections in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of protections: Disagreement over which specific areas (healthcare, employment, legal documents, facilities access) should be covered and how broadly
  • Religious and conscience exemptions: Whether religious institutions or individuals should be exempted from certain provisions
  • Federalism concerns: Debate over whether state-level protections duplicate or conflict with federal law, or conversely, whether they're necessary given gaps in federal protections

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

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