AB26

Revises provisions relating to dams. (BDR 48-261)

Complete·5/28/25

Nevada AB26 revises dam regulations, exempting federal agencies from certain requirements and modifying approval processes.

Nevada AB26 amends dam regulations by exempting works under the jurisdiction of the United States Bureau of Reclamation or the United States Army Corps of Engineers from certain requirements. It requires the State Engineer to notify the Department of Wildlife when an application for a new dam or alteration is submitted. The bill modifies the approval process for dam construction, reconstruction, or alteration, requiring approval from the State Engineer instead of a permit.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 24, 2025

3:30 PM

Senate Natural Resources Hearing

Mar 26, 2025

4:00 PM

Assembly Natural Resources Hearing

History

May 28, 2025

Assembly

Approved by the Governor.

May 28, 2025

Assembly

Chapter 64. (Effective May 28, 2025)

May 27, 2025

Assembly

Enrolled and delivered to Governor.