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NCEES announces Reno as exclusive site for structural engineering pencil-and-paper exams
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 13, 2021
The NCEES 16-hour Structural Engineering Exam will transition to being the only professional engineering exam available in a pencil-and-paper format starting with the April 2022 administration.
NCEES transitions most exams to computer-based format
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 9, 2021
Nearly all exams required by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) for licensure as a professional engineer or professional land surveyor are now exclusively available as computer-based tests.
Patty Mamola reflects on board role and engineering journey
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 18, 2020
Patty Mamola, PE, currently serves as the Executive Director of NVBPELS.
Nevada diversifies economy with tech giants amid regulatory challenges
By D. D. Diggs | Dec 14, 2020
In 2010, Nevada was grappling with the repercussions of the 2007 economic recession.
Technology reshapes land surveying profession with advanced tools
By D. D. Diggs | Oct 16, 2020
The land surveying profession is undergoing significant changes due to technological advancements.
Nevada leads decoupling initiative in engineering licensure process
By D. D. Diggs | Aug 11, 2020
The Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors has introduced a significant change in the licensing process for professional engineers by decoupling the Professional Engineer (PE) Exam from the required engineering experience.
Nevada lawmakers urged to tackle civil asset forfeiture reform
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 27, 2019
Politics in Nevada are currently marked by turbulence, but a rare opportunity for bipartisan cooperation has emerged during the state's 80th legislative session.
Nevada urged to enforce penalties on public record law violators
By D. D. Diggs | Nov 1, 2018
Transparency is a fundamental aspect of representative government, ensuring that citizens have access to government records and information.
Nevada Policy Research Institute clarifies misconceptions about state education spending
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 27, 2018
The Nevada Policy Research Institute (NPRI) has released a statement regarding the state's education spending.
Las Vegas police face scrutiny over civil forfeiture transparency
By B. B. Urness | Feb 27, 2018
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is facing scrutiny over its handling of civil forfeiture records.
Tax cuts offer new opportunities for U.S. small businesses
By D. D. Diggs | Feb 27, 2018
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has brought significant changes to the U.S. tax system, particularly affecting small businesses.
Transparency issues complicate Nevada's commerce tax repeal debate
By B. B. Urness | Sep 29, 2017
The Nevada Tax Department is facing criticism for its lack of transparency, which some argue is obstructing the debate over the repeal of the commerce tax.
Sessions revives controversial civil-asset forfeiture policy
By B. B. Urness | Aug 16, 2017
Jeff Sessions, the former Attorney General, has reignited the practice of civil-asset forfeiture.
Report finds minorities targeted by Las Vegas police seizures
By D. D. Diggs | Aug 4, 2017
Minorities in Las Vegas have been disproportionately affected by police seizures, according to a recent report.
Concerns rise over Nevada's renewed asset forfeiture efforts
By B. B. Urness | Aug 3, 2017
Even Nevada's law-abiding citizens should be concerned about the renewed efforts regarding asset forfeiture.
Clark County urged to make collective bargaining public after misconduct scandal
By D. D. Diggs | Aug 3, 2017
Make collective bargaining public to avoid another sexual misconduct scandal at Clark County School District Aug 3 2017 COMMENTARY: Make collective bargaining public to avoid another sexual misconduct scandal at Clark County School District ###
Lessons learned from the challenges faced by Faraday Future
By D. D. Diggs | Jul 17, 2017
5 lessons from the Faraday Future fiasco Faraday Future, a once-promising electric vehicle startup, has faced significant challenges and setbacks.
Clark County School District faces calls for transparency amid misconduct issues
By B. B. Urness | Jun 20, 2017
The Clark County School District (CCSD) is facing a significant challenge with sexual misconduct incidents.
Nevada police body cam law lacks penalties, says Honchariw
By B. B. Urness | May 31, 2017
Nevada's current law on police body cameras lacks specific penalties for non-compliance, according to Daniel Honchariw.
Las Vegas scrutinizes city worker salaries after report
By D. D. Diggs | May 22, 2017
Las Vegas city workers' salaries have come under scrutiny following the release of new figures.