Governor Lombardo Vetoes Array of Bills Amid Legislative Session
CARSON CITY — Since the close of the legislative session on Monday, Governor Joe Lombardo has exercised his veto power extensively, rejecting over 30 bills, including measures aimed at supporting the trans community and allowing non-U.S. citizens to serve as police officers. With ten days remaining to sign or veto bills, Lombardo is poised to surpass his record of 75 vetoes from last session.
Among the notable vetoed measures is Assembly Bill 280, which sought to implement rent control for seniors and those on Social Security, a proposal Lombardo previously deemed an “unreasonable restraint” on business. He also vetoed Assembly Bill 205, which aimed to shift Nevada’s sex education system from an opt-in to an opt-out model for schools.
Firearm-related legislation also faced rejection; Lombardo nixed AB 245, which would have prohibited individuals under 21 from owning specific semiautomatic firearms, citing potential legal challenges stemming from a Ninth Circuit ruling.
Several bills aimed at recognizing significant events and cultural observances were also rejected, including measures to establish Indigenous Peoples Day and Menopause Awareness Month.
Lombardo vetoed SB 171, a shield law for the trans community, arguing that it risked creating ambiguities and potential legal conflicts. He similarly dismissed SB 167, which sought to ban products tested on animals, claiming it would lead to legal uncertainties and increased consumer costs.
Lastly, Lombardo rejected legislation allowing non-citizens to become police officers, asserting that all peace officers should be U.S. citizens.
As vetoes pile up, public and political scrutiny intensifies regarding Lombardo’s approach and the implications for the affected communities. Updates on additional vetoed bills are expected as the situation develops.
—Jessica Hill and McKenna Ross, Review-Journal
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