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Poll: Voters in battleground states now trust Republicans more than Democrats on education

By Silver State Times Report | Aug 2, 2023

A new poll released by Democrats for Education Reform (DFER) found that voters in key battleground states, including Nevada, now trust Republicans more than Democrats on the issue of education.

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Horsford, Buchanan Legislation Included in Annual Defense Bill

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 16, 2023

Congressmen Steven Horsford (D-NV) and Vern Buchanan (R-FL) today praised the inclusion of their legislation, the Rachael Booth Act (H.R. 975), in the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which the U.S. House is expected to consider this week.

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Attorney General Ford Announces Settlement with Walmart for Alleged Violations of Nevada Law Regarding Shelf and Register Pricing

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 13, 2023

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced that Nevada has reached a $2 million settlement with Walmart due to the company’s alleged violations of the Nevada Deceptive Trade Practices Act.

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ICYMI: Governor Lombardo and State Superintendent Ebert Announce First Round of $70 Million in Funding for Early Childhood Education Programs

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 12, 2023

Nevada Department of Education and the Office of Governor Joe Lombardo are excited to announce the release of the first round of $70 million in funding for the Early Childhood Innovative Literacy Program. The funding was made possible by the passage of, Governor-sponsored, Assembly Bill 400 during the 2023 session of the Nevada Legislature.

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In Hearing, Rosen Gets Commitment That Small Arms Range She Secured For Nevada Will Be Constructed Swiftly

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 12, 2023

The Small Arms Range At Hawthorne Army Depot That Senator Rosen Secured Last Year Will Allow Nevada Army National Guard And Reserve Soldiers To Train In State And Save Taxpayer Dollars

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Cortez Masto, Tillis, Wyden & Crapo Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Bring Down Prescription Drug Prices & Increase Transparency Over Supply Chain

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 12, 2023

U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure seniors with Medicare get the best possible deal on their prescription drug coverage.

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During Joint Chiefs Of Staff Chairman Confirmation Hearing, Rosen Calls Out Anti-Choice Blockade Of Military Promotions Critical To National Security

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 11, 2023

The Anti-Choice Blockade Has Left The Marine Corps Without A Leader For First Time In 164 Years & Threatens Promotions For Senior Nevada Military Leaders

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Cortez Masto Statement On White House Plan To Combat Xylazine Threat

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 11, 2023

U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement applauding the White House’s Fentanyl Adulterated or Associated with Xylazine Response Plan. Cortez Masto is leading the bipartisan bill to regulate xylazine similar to a Schedule III controlled drug while protecting access for veterinarians.

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Cortez Masto, Cornyn Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Stop Illicit Drug Financing

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 11, 2023

CDC: Nearly 108,000 people in the U.S. have died from drug overdoses or poisonings in recent years

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Horsford Joins Leader Jeffries on Bipartisan Congressional Delegation To Trinidad and Tobago

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 10, 2023

Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04), as Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus and as the son of a mother born in Trinidad and Tobago, joined Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, on a bipartisan delegation to the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Heads of Government Conference. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken joined with the Congressional delegation in recognizing the 50th Anniversary of this important coalition of the Caribbean nations.

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Photo Release: Cortez Masto Visits White Pine And Lincoln Counties, Discusses Investments And Conservation Efforts In Eastern Nevada

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 10, 2023

U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement after her tour of White Pine and Lincoln Counties, where she discussed her work to support travel and tourism in the state, deliver federal funding to rural communities, and create a National Monument at Bahsahwahbee (or Swamp Cedars).

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New: Six Nevada Housing Organizations To Receive $4.8 Million Secured By Cortez Masto

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 10, 2023

U.S. Senator Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) announced that the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco will deliver $4.8 million to organizations across Nevada to build more affordable housing, including a historic investment for the Washoe Tribe.

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Rosen Hosts Roundtable Discussion In Reno On Efforts To Support Women Veterans

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 7, 2023

U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) hosted a roundtable discussion with women veterans and local advocates to hear how Congress can continue to provide support.

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In Churchill County, Rosen Highlights Efforts To Address Medical Provider, Affordable Housing Shortages

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 7, 2023

Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) held events across Churchill County to highlight her efforts to address some of the top issues for Nevadans in rural communities, including tackling the medical provider shortage and increasing affordable housing.

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Cortez Masto Visits Bahsahwahbee, Reaffirms Support For Its Designation As A National Monument

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 7, 2023

U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined representatives from the Duckwater Shoshone Tribe, the Ely Shoshone Tribe, and the Confederated Tribes of Goshute for a tour of the site of the proposed Bahsahwahbee (or Swamp Cedars) National Monument.

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In Ely, Cortez Masto Discusses Historic Investments To Improve City’s Infrastructure

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 7, 2023

U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined Ely Mayor Pro Tem and City Councilwoman Dr. Jerri-Lynn Williams-Harper and City Engineer BJ Almberg in downtown Ely to discuss funding she’s secured for vital infrastructure improvements across the city.

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Rosen, Cortez Masto Announce $34.5 Million To Protect Nevada Lakes

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 6, 2023

U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) announced that nearly $35 million dollars in grant funding is heading to Nevada to restore and protect Pyramid, Summit, and Walker Lakes.

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Cortez Masto, Rosen Announce $33 Million To Protect Nevada Lakes

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 6, 2023

U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) announced that nearly $33 million dollars in grant funding is heading to Nevada to restore and protect Pyramid, Summit, and Walker Lakes.

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In Las Vegas, Cortez Masto Highlights Mental Health Resources Available To Nevadans At Desert Winds Hospital

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 6, 2023

U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto highlighted Desert Winds Hospital’s state-of-the-art mental health care facilities ahead of the opening of their adult behavioral health recovery program later this month.

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Attorney General Ford Announces Settlement with Walgreens Regarding the Company’s Role in the Opioid Epidemic

By Silver State Times Report | Jul 5, 2023

Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced that Nevada has reached a settlement with Walgreen’s regarding the company’s role in the opioid epidemic. The settlement, announced at a press conference in Las Vegas on Wednesday, will bring in a total of $285 million to Nevada. By settling with Walgreen’s, the last of the defendants in the state’s opioid litigation, AG Ford has brought in over $1.1 billion for the mitigation of the opioid crisis in Nevada.