The Nevada Commission on Ethics has decided not to submit a bill draft request for the 2025 legislative session. This decision follows two consecutive legislative sessions where the commission’s proposed legislation, despite garnering support, failed to become law after lawmakers amended the bill to exempt themselves from oversight.
According to a press release issued by the commission, this decision was made during its meeting on March 20. While the commission will not propose legislation, it expressed its intention to support ethics legislation proposed during the 2025 session. This includes providing resources and expertise to help ensure any legislation that brings about “positive changes” to the state’s ethics law is successful.
“We recognize the importance of ethical governance in preserving public trust and accountability,” said Commission Chair Kim Wallin in the press release. “While we may not be submitting our own bill next session, we stand ready to collaborate with lawmakers and stakeholders to advance meaningful ethics reforms for the benefit of all Nevadans.”
The press release also revealed that at its April 17 meeting, the commission established budget priorities for the next biennium. A key priority is adopting technology to improve customer service and process efficiencies for future operations of the Commission.
“These enhancements are vital for streamlining our processes and upholding ethical standards in Nevada’s government,” said Executive Director Ross Armstrong in the press release. “By modernizing our systems, we aim to enhance transparency, accountability, and public trust.”
