The 2025 Nevada Legislative Session brought several key victories despite a divided government and a cautious fiscal climate shaped by uncertainty at the federal level. Lawmakers secured important wins, including pay raises for public and charter school teachers, expanded funding for attainable housing, new renter protections and funding for eviction diversion programs. Outdoor access and education also saw progress through legislation supporting infrastructure and transit-to-trails initiatives. The Legislature worked to balance business-friendly practices with enhanced worker protections, advancing targeted reforms that support both economic growth and workforce stability. Though many ambitious policy proposals faced vetoes, the session concluded with the successful passage of all five budget bills—demonstrating fiscal responsibility and bipartisan cooperation. By holding the line on spending and making strategic investments in high-priority areas, Nevada positioned itself to navigate future federal funding shifts with greater resilience.
Notable Dates
| Economic Forum | May 1, 2025 |
| Day 120 (Sine Die) | June 2, 2025 |
| Last Day for Vetoes | 15 days after Receiving the Bills |
| Effective Dates (traditionally) | Upon Passage and Approval July 1, 2025 October 1, 2025 January 1, 2026 (and beyond) |
| Blackout End Date (Campaign Contributions) | July 3, 2025 |
| Primary Filing Deadline | Judicial Candidates: January 5 - 16, 2026 Non-Judicial Candidates: March 2 - 13, 2026 |
| Primary Election | June 9, 2026 |
What is the Economic Forum?
The Nevada Economic Forum is a nonpartisan body that issues the official revenue forecast used to build the state’s budget. At its May 1, 2025 meeting, the forum projected slower general fund growth due to federal policy uncertainty, a cooling tourism sector, and broader economic trends. This cautious outlook led lawmakers to adopt a fiscally conservative 2025–27 budget focused on restraint, limited new spending, and core services.
So What Now?
After 120 days of policy debate, the 2025 Nevada Legislative Session wrapped up with a record-breaking 87 vetoes from Governor Lombardo. To explore what ultimately became law, you can review the full list of passed bills and resolutions, read the Governor’s official veto messages, and dive into The Nevada Independent’s coverage of Lombardo’s second session—including which policy promises were kept. Unless otherwise specified, most new laws in Nevada take effect on October 1 of the year they’re passed, though some take effect immediately or on July 1 if tied to the state’s fiscal calendar. This session even saw some effective dates delayed until the next biennium and even further, but the work starts now to lay the foundation for success. Moreover, many of the ideas that stalled or died this year have a way of resurfacing when the Legislature reconvenes so now begins our interim work.
2025 Governor Lombardo Veto Messages
Bills Filed with the Secretary of State (2025)
Nevada Independent: Lombardo Promise Tracker
Below is a breakdown of our comprehensive report of the 2025 Legislative Session prepared by TCS.
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