Nevada Assembly Bill AB331

Nevada 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/3/25
• Refer: 3/3/25
• Report Pass: 5/28/25
• Engrossed: 5/29/25
• Refer: 5/29/25
• Report Pass: 6/1/25
• Enrolled: 6/6/25
• Chaptered: 6/11/25
• Passed: 6/11/25

Caption

Makes an appropriation to the Division of Public and Behavioral Health of the Department of Health and Human Services for a grant program to expand the biennial survey administered pursuant to the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the United States Department of Health and Human Services. (BDR S-1044)

Impact

The expansion of the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System is significant, as it enables state officials and health organizations to assess health risk factors among the youth population. By increasing the funding available for this research, AB331 aims to enhance the data collection process, thus providing a more comprehensive view of youth health trends in Nevada. This could lead to more effective health programs and initiatives that are tailored according to the specific needs identified from the survey results, thereby potentially improving the overall health of the community.

Summary

Assembly Bill No. 331 proposes an appropriation of $220,000 each for the fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to the Division of Public and Behavioral Health within the Department of Health and Human Services. The bill is intended to support a grant program that expands the biennial survey administered under the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System developed by the CDC. This initiative is crucial for gathering data on health-related behaviors among youth, facilitating better-informed policies and programs aimed at improving public health outcomes.

Contention

While AB331 has garnered support for its focus on youth health, there may be discussions regarding the appropriation of funds, particularly in the context of competing budgetary priorities. Opponents might raise questions about the efficacy of the grant program, specifically how the funds will be utilized and the actual impact of the expanded survey. Additionally, there could be concerns about whether this funding achieves tangible benefits for youth, especially in terms of addressing pressing health issues identified through the surveillance.