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SB 39

Revises provisions relating to emergency management. (BDR 36-269)

2025 Regular Session

Nevada revises emergency management law to modify disaster response procedures, executive authority, and state-local coordination protocols during declared emergencies.

Chapter 258.
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Bill Summary · SB 39

Legislative bill overview

SB 39 revises Nevada's emergency management provisions, making modifications to the state's disaster response framework and emergency protocols. The bill passed unanimously in the Senate (42-0) and was signed into law by the Governor in June 2025, becoming Chapter 258 of Nevada's statutes.

Why is this important

Emergency management laws establish the legal structure for how states respond to disasters, public health crises, and other emergencies. Revisions to these provisions can affect everything from governor's emergency powers to local coordination, resource allocation, and the duration/scope of emergency declarations that impact businesses, schools, and public services.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of executive power: Changes to emergency management authority could expand or limit gubernatorial powers during declared emergencies, affecting balance between executive and legislative branches
  • Local vs. state control: Revisions may shift responsibility between state and local governments, potentially affecting jurisdictional disputes during crises
  • Duration and declaration standards: Modified provisions might change how long emergencies can be declared or what triggers them, with implications for business continuity and individual rights

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

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