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AB 119

Revises provisions relating to paramilitary activity. (BDR 36-191)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Erica Roth and 1 co-sponsor

Nevada bill revising paramilitary activity laws died in committee; would have redefined and regulated organized armed group conduct with potential free speech implications.

(Pursuant to Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.3, no further action allowed.)
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Bill Summary · AB 119

Legislative bill overview

AB 119 revises Nevada's legal definitions and prohibitions related to paramilitary activity. The bill passed the Assembly with amendments but died in the legislative process when no further action was allowed under procedural rules on May 17, 2025.

Why is this important

Paramilitary activity laws directly affect public safety, free assembly rights, and how states regulate organized armed groups. Clarifying these provisions impacts law enforcement's ability to prevent illegal militia activity while balancing constitutional protections for lawful political organization and gun ownership.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition precision: How broadly "paramilitary activity" is defined could either effectively target illegal militia operations or overreach into lawful civilian firearms groups and political organizing
  • First Amendment balance: Restrictions must distinguish between protected political speech/association and actual paramilitary conduct, which courts scrutinize heavily
  • Enforcement concerns: Unclear definitions may lead to inconsistent application or selective prosecution against particular political groups

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

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