News from Special Session & Philanthropy Needs in NV

Nevada Week | News from Special Session & Philanthropy Needs in NV

SEASON 8: EPISODE 820 | Airdate: 11/20/2025

Nevada’s lawmakers tackle “unfinished business” in the Special Legislative Session, including Governor Lombardo’s crime bill and a bill that could bring Hollywood studios to Nevada. We also hear from Nevada’s Indigenous community on their priorities for the special session. We end with a look at the needs of our state’s nonprofits and how philanthropists are stepping up their support. 

Guests

• Tabitha Mueller, Capital Bureau Chief, The Nevada Independent
• Barbara Hartzell, Executive Director, Native Voters Alliance NV
• Samuel Rudd, President & CEO, United Way of Southern Nevada

Resources

• Nevada Legislature
• Native Voters Alliance Nevada
• The Nevada Independent
• United Way Southern Nevada
• Open Letter to Carson City: When Government Closes Its Doors, Indian Country Knows Exactly What Comes Next - Native Voters Alliance Nevada