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Nevada Senate Bill SB491
Nevada 2025 Regular Session
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Nevada 2025 Regular Session

Nevada Senate Bill SB491

Introduced
5/15/25  
Refer
5/15/25  
Report Pass
5/20/25  
Engrossed
5/23/25  
Refer
5/23/25  
Report Pass
5/28/25  
Enrolled
6/4/25  
Chaptered
6/6/25  

Caption

Makes appropriations to the Training Division of the Department of Public Safety for the replacement of equipment, computer hardware and associated software, beds and mattresses and for maintenance projects and services. (BDR S-1212)

Impact

The impact of SB491 extends to multiple fiscal years, with appropriations set for the fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. Funds appropriated from the State General Fund and the State Highway Fund are earmarked for specific expenditures, including training aid and facility maintenance. The legislation ensures that any unspent funds revert to the respective funds by certain deadlines, thereby attempting to enforce fiscal responsibility in the usage of state resources.

Summary

Senate Bill No. 491 seeks to make substantial appropriations to the Training Division of the Department of Public Safety. The bill allocates funds for the replacement of various training equipment, including firearms and dormitory beds, as well as for the purchase of computer hardware and associated software. It also specifies funding for maintenance projects at the training facility located in Carson City. The stated goal of these appropriations is to enhance the training capabilities of public safety officers, ensuring they have access to updated and adequate resources.

Contention

While the bill appears to have broad support within the legislative framework, the specifics of appropriations and the potential need for future funding raises some questions among stakeholders. Discussions might arise around the prioritization of funds, particularly in an environment with potentially pressing needs such as healthcare or education. Furthermore, considerations on how effectively these appropriated funds will meet the training requirements of officers will likely be evaluated by committees and advocacy groups focusing on public safety and resource allocation.

Latest NV SB491 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NV AB575

Makes appropriations to the Department of Public Safety for the replacement of computer hardware, equipment and associated software, vehicles and furniture and for information technology projects and a recruiting campaign. (BDR S-1213)

NV SB474

Makes an appropriation to the Nevada Gaming Control Board for the replacement of computer hardware and associated software. (BDR S-1211)

NV AB577

Makes appropriations to the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for a certain new website and database and for the replacement of vehicles and computer hardware and associated software. (BDR S-1215)

NV SB473

Makes appropriations to and authorizes the expenditure of money by the Department of Education for the replacement of computer hardware and associated software and office chairs. (BDR S-1193)

NV SB492

Makes appropriations to the State Department of Agriculture for the purchase of software and the replacement of equipment. (BDR S-1210)

NV AB576

Makes appropriations to the Nevada Highway Patrol Division of the Department of Public Safety for the purchase and replacement of motorcycles, vehicles and equipment. (BDR S-1214)

NV SB475

Makes appropriations to the Division of State Parks of the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for the purchase and replacement of vehicles, equipment, computer and information technology equipment and radios and for certain projects. (BDR S-1216)

NV AB578

Makes appropriations to the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for the replacement of computer and information technology equipment, vehicles and other equipment and for certain projects. (BDR S-1217)

NV AB572

Makes appropriations to the Department of Corrections for the replacement and purchase of certain equipment and furniture. (BDR S-1206)

NV SB490

Makes appropriations to the Department of Corrections for the purchase and replacement of equipment at certain prisons. (BDR S-1208)

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