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SB 480

Makes an appropriation to the Office of Finance in the Office of the Governor for a loan to the Office of the Chief Information Officer within the Office of the Governor for the replacement of uninterruptible power supply equipment and related expenses. (BDR S-1177)

2025 Regular Session

Nevada appropriates funds via Office of Finance as a loan to replace state IT power backup equipment and related infrastructure costs.

Approved by the Governor. Chapter 409.
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Bill Summary · SB 480

Legislative bill overview

SB 480 appropriates funds to Nevada's Office of Finance to provide a loan to the Chief Information Officer's office for purchasing and installing uninterruptible power supply (UPS) equipment and related expenses. The bill passed unanimously in the Assembly (42-0) and was signed into law by the Governor in June 2025.

Why is this important

UPS equipment is critical infrastructure that prevents data loss and system failures during power outages. This investment directly affects the reliability of state government IT systems that deliver public services, manage records, and process sensitive information. Modernizing aging power backup infrastructure reduces operational risks and potential costs from system downtime.

Potential points of contention

  • Loan vs. appropriation structure: Using a loan mechanism rather than a direct appropriation requires future repayment, raising questions about whether operational IT infrastructure should burden departmental budgets or be treated as core government investment
  • Undefined loan terms: The bill provides no public details on repayment schedules, interest rates, or conditions, limiting transparency about the actual financial obligation
  • Scope ambiguity: "Related expenses" is not defined, potentially allowing flexible spending interpretation beyond core UPS equipment replacement

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

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