In the 8 years since Nevadans legalized adult-use cannabis by passing Ballot Question 2, the legal cannabis industry has become a significant part of the State’s economy – so much so that the Legislature formally declared its significance in statute (NRS 678A.005).
To unlock the full economic potential of legal cannabis in Nevada, it is imperative that the industry’s legislative and regulatory environment evolve as the market matures. By electing candidates who recognize and embrace the need for sensible solutions to shifting market dynamics, voters can ensure the long-term viability of Nevada’s legal cannabis industry.
Ahead of Nevada’s General Elections, the Chamber invites you to connect with four incumbents who have served as catalysts for positive change and, if re-elected, remain committed to supporting the advancement of the legal cannabis industry.
Dallas believes that there are no Democrat ideas or Republican ideas, just ideas that better the lives of Nevadans. As the primary sponsor of Senate Bill 277 in 2023, Dallas Harris introduced ideas aimed at the betterment of Nevada’s legal cannabis industry. Dallas championed initiatives to increase the daily purchase limit with SB277. This omnibus cannabis bill reduced fees for the initial application and license renewals by as much as 90%, with the goal of lowering the barrier to entry for both businesses and individuals.
Serving in the State Senate since 2019, Dallas has worked with Democrats and Republicans to secure an almost $4 billion increase in public school funding, including a 20% pay raise for Clark County teachers this past year.
During Yeager’s 4 terms of service to the constituents of Assembly District 9, Steve has been one of the strongest legislative allies for cannabis businesses in the state, most notably for his role in passing Assembly Bill 341 in 2021.
By introducing legislation for consumption lounges, Yeager created a new stream of revenue for businesses and the state while also providing tourists with a safe and legal place to enjoy their dispensary purchases.
After dedicating 8 years to ensuring that every Nevadan received due process as a Clark County Public Defender, Steve Yeager understands the importance of working together to find real-world solutions to help struggling Nevadans.
In her first session as Senator, Rochelle introduced legislation to support the growth and stability of the cannabis industry while continuing to ensure public safety. Together, Senate Bills 195 and 328 sought to incentivize and require compliance while adding transparency and consistency to disciplinary processes, successfully creating due process and protections for businesses regulated by Nevada’s CCB.
Rochelle moved to Las Vegas over 20 years ago and believes that our diversity is what makes Nevada a great place to live and raise a family. As the daughter of a refugee, Rochelle Nguyen is committed to helping every Nevadan she serves have opportunities for success and lives by the motto of “giving everything we have to everything we do.”
Senator Rosen has been a strong advocate for cannabis reform in Congress. After proposing the Fair Access for Cannabis Small Business Act in 2022, Senator Rosen helped introduce the bipartisan Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation (SAFER) Banking Act. Most recently, the Nevada Senator introduced the Harnessing Opportunity by Pursuing Expungement (HOPE) Act, legislation that is endorsed by NORML, Americans for Prosperity, and the Last Prisoner Project.
Senator Jacky Rosen works across the aisle to solve problems and achieve results for Nevada. Elected to the U.S. House in 2016 and then the U.S. Senate in 2018, Jacky is the second woman ever to serve Nevada in the U.S. Senate.
Do you know where YOUR future representative stands on cannabis?
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