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RESOLVED, that the Secretary of State be requested to furnish the Senate with the official return of votes from the various Senatorial Districts.

2025 Regular Session

Senate Resolution No. 2 prohibits Nevada Senate members from receiving allowances for communication costs, promoting fiscal responsibility and reducing state expenditures.

Introduced and Adopted, VV; 12/04/2024; SJ 1
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Bill Summary · SR 2

Summary of Senate Resolution No. 2 (SR 2)

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: SR 2
  • Title: Provides that no allowances will be paid for the 36th Special Session of the Nevada Legislature for periodicals, stamps, stationery, or communications.
  • Introduced On: November 13, 2025
  • Status: From printer. To enrollment.
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Senate Resolution No. 2 aims to eliminate allowances for certain communication-related expenses incurred by members of the Nevada Senate during the 36th Special Session. The resolution is designed to ensure that no public funds are allocated for periodicals, stamps, stationery, or communication costs, thereby promoting fiscal responsibility.

Key Provisions

The resolution includes the following key provisions:
- No Allowances for Members: Members of the Senate will not receive allowances for:
- Periodicals
- Stamps
- Stationery
- Telephone usage
- Specific Exemptions: The resolution also specifies that the following Senate leaders will not receive allowances for:
- Postage
- Telephone tolls
- Other communication charges
- Effective Date: The resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption.

Impact

  • Affected Parties: This resolution directly impacts all members of the Nevada Senate, including the President Pro Tempore, Majority Leader, Minority Leader, and committee chairs.
  • Financial Implications: By prohibiting allowances for communication expenses, the resolution aims to reduce unnecessary expenditures during the special session, contributing to a more efficient use of state resources.

Legislative Timeline

  • November 13, 2025: The resolution was read and adopted, then sent to the printer.
  • November 14, 2025: The resolution was printed and moved to enrollment.

This resolution reflects a commitment to fiscal prudence within the Nevada Legislature by limiting the financial resources allocated for non-essential communication expenses during the special session.

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

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