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AB 110

Revises provisions relating to the designation of certain highways. (BDR 35-148)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Danielle Gallant and 1 co-sponsor

Designates SR 163 as the Colorado River Highway and the bridge to Bullhead City as the Donald J. Laughlin Memorial Bridge, with NDOT marking authority.

Approved by the Governor. Chapter 106.
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Bill Summary · AB 110

AB 110 — Summary (Chapter 106, 2025)

Title: Revises provisions relating to the designation of certain highways. (BDR 35-148)
Primary sponsor: Assemblymember Gallant. Joint sponsor (as amended): Senator Stone.
Status: Approved by the Governor (Chapter 106). Introduced: January 8, 2025.

Purpose

AB 110 makes honorary designations in Nevada law for a state highway and the bridge that connects Nevada to Bullhead City, Arizona. The stated goals are to (1) recognize the regional identity of the Colorado River corridor and (2) memorialize Donald J. Laughlin for his role in developing the Laughlin community.

Key provisions

  • Adds two sections to Chapter 408 of the Nevada Revised Statutes:
    • Designates State Route 163 (SR 163) “as the Colorado River Highway.” Text: “State Route 163, as now or hereafter located in this State, is designated as the Colorado River Highway.”
    • Designates the bridge connecting SR 163 with Bullhead City, Arizona, “as the Donald J. Laughlin Memorial Bridge.”
  • Requires the Director of the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) to place suitable markers along SR 163 and along the named bridge at locations the Director deems appropriate.

Implementation and fiscal impact

  • The measure is primarily honorary; it does not change route numbers, ownership, or functional classification.
  • NDOT is required to install signage/markers. The Legislative digest indicates no appropriation required, but committee/fiscal notes state: “Effect on Local Government: May have Fiscal Impact. Effect on the State: Yes.” Anticipated costs would be for design, fabrication, installation, and possible maintenance of signs. Exact costs and funding sources are not specified in the bill text.
  • Placement and quantity of markers are discretionary with the NDOT Director.

Who is affected

  • Nevada Department of Transportation — responsible for sign placement and any associated costs.
  • Local governments and possibly Mohave County / Bullhead City (Arizona) — may experience indirect benefits (tourism marketing) and potential minor fiscal/operational impacts.
  • Local tourism and business stakeholders (Laughlin/Bullhead City corridor) — expected beneficiaries through enhanced branding and regional marketing.
  • The designation honors the Laughlin family / Donald J. Laughlin and supports regional cross‑border identity with Arizona (corresponding Arizona actions referenced in support letters).

Legislative timeline / status

  • Introduced / first read: January 2025.
  • Assembly passage: March 20, 2025 (Ayes 53, Noes 17).
  • Senate passage (as amended): April 21, 2025 (Yeas 41, Nays 0, Excused 1). Amendment added Senator Stone as joint sponsor and clarified NDOT marker authority (Amendment No. 139).
  • Enrolled and delivered to Governor: May 27, 2025.
  • Approved by Governor: May 29, 2025 — Chapter 106 (2025).

Support and rationale

Written support includes the Laughlin Tourism Commission, the Laughlin family and business interests, regional elected officials (including an Arizona state senator), and Mohave County representatives. Supporters cite honoring Don Laughlin’s contributions and strengthening a unified Colorado River tourism corridor across Nevada and Arizona.

(Note: This summary focuses on the substantive effects of the enacted law. It does not create regulatory requirements beyond the statutory marker placement discretion granted to NDOT.)

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

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