Nevada

Nov. 16, 2009 -- Colorado Governor Bill Ritter today praised the federal government's decision to purchase thousands of acres from willing sellers in Colorado, Montana and Nevada, including nearly 4,600 acres within the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument.

"On behalf of the people of Colorado -- and the millions of people who visit our great state every year -- thank you to Secretaries Salazar and Vilsack for leading this effort," Gov. Ritter said.

"Adding nearly 4,600 acres to the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is a tremendous accomplishment that will allow us to protect one of Colorado's most treasured natural, cultural and archeological areas now and in the future.    » read more »

November 6, 2009 -- Carson City - Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons has ordered the flag atop the Capitol in Carson City, the flag in front of the Grant Sawyer Building in Las Vegas and the flags at other state buildings to be flown at half-staff beginning Friday November 6, 2009 through Wednesday November 11, 2009 (Veterans Day) to honor the Americans killed in the attack at Fort Hood Army Base on November 5, 2009.

“This is a terrible tragedy for the friends and family of those killed or hurt during this crime,” Governor Gibbons said, “All Nevadans should remember the victims in our thoughts and prayers.”

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NV gets nearly one-third of national grant funds, estimated to create nearly 1,100 jobs

October 29, 2009 -- Washington, D.C. – Nevada Senator Harry Reid and Secretary of Energy Steven Chu announced today that Nevada will receive nearly 1/3 of $338 million in grants coming from the Economic Recovery package.The Silver State will receive more than $90 million for 25 projects to advance geothermal energy technology.

The funding is expected to create nearly 1,100 Nevada jobs while making geothermal power an even more readily available source of clean energy in our state.Of the funding being allocated, 20 projects in Nevada will receive $72.4, while an additional five projects being run by Reno-based companies outside Nevada will receive $20.5 million.    » read more »

Pave Pathway to a Clean Energy Future

October 27, 2009 -- Washington, D.C. -- Nevada Senator Harry Reid today announced a $138 million grant from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to NV Energy to implement smart grid technologies for the Silver State. This significant funding, part of the largest single smart grid modernization investment in history, will create good-paying Nevada jobs while helping to make our state the leader in a national clean energy revolution. NV Energy will match the Federal grant with another $160 million to create a highly efficient electricity and natural gas delivery system that will save consumers money, generate hundreds of jobs, and accelerate Nevada’s energy independence.    » read more »

Numerous job creating projects contained in the bill

October 6, 2009 -- Washington, D.C. – Nevada Senator Harry Reid today hailed the passage of the Department of Defense Appropriations bill that will bring the state more than $89 million for projects that will create jobs and help support Nevada’s role in keeping our country safe. Senator Reid also cosponsored an amendment that addressed contractor negligence in order to prevent further electrocutions of Service Members, and sponsored an amendment that modernizes the Nevada Test Site. Both amendments were included in the bill.    » read more »

Funding for Idaho, Nevada, New Jersey, Oregon, Puerto Rico, South Dakota and the U.S. Virgin Islands to create jobs, reduce energy use

October 1, 2009 -- Washington, DC – Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced today that nearly $72 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is being awarded to 7 states and territories to support energy efficiency and conservation activities.

Under DOE’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program, these states will implement programs that lower energy use, reduce carbon pollution, and create green jobs locally.    » read more »

Funding critical to begin planning for construction of “the fastest train in the world”

September 16, 2009 -- Carson City - Nevada Governor Gibbons today announced that the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has approved a work plan and is issuing a contract that will enable final design, engineering and environmental approvals necessary to build the starter segment of “the fastest train in the world” right here in Nevada.    » read more »

June 19, 2009 -- Nevada Senator Harry Reid announced today that two of Nevada's national park units, Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Death Valley National Park, will be participating in three nationwide fee-free weekends taking place this summer. "What we have in Nevada as part of the National Parks system," said Reid, "it's something that everyone should see."

This is a great opportunity for families to visit our national parks at no cost, Reid said. During these tough economic times, we want to give Nevadans an opportunity to enjoy our natural and historic treasures without straining their budgets.    » read more »

June 3, 2009 -- Washington, D.C. – Senators John Ensign and Harry Reid today announced federal funding to improve safety and emergency preparedness infrastructure at the airports in Boulder City, Tonopah, and Reno-Tahoe. The Department of Transportation will administer the grant funding. Both Boulder City Municipal Airport and Tonopah Airport will receive over $1 million for necessary improvements. Reno-Tahoe International will receive nearly $4 million.

“Safety is always our first concern,” Ensign said. “The Department of Transportation’s funding for aviation improvements ensures that the public has the best access to travel.”    » read more »

Reno, North Las Vegas airports to receive money for ongoing projects

June 1, 2009 --Washington, D.C. – Nevada Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign announced today grant funding from the Department of Transportation (DOT) of more than $4 million for safety and upgrade work at two major Nevada airports.

Reno-Tahoe International Airport will receive more than $2.8 million to continue its rehabilitation work, while North Las Vegas Airport will get more than $1.7 million for ongoing safety work to relocate overhead power lines to underground locations. About 3,000 feet of line will be moved as part of the project.    » read more »

May 25, 2009 -- Carson City - Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons has rejected an offer to momentarily meet President Barack Obama while the President is in Las Vegas on Tuesday. White House staff offered Governor Gibbons the chance to greet President Obama at the airport. Governor Gibbons had asked President Obama to meet with the Governor and local business leaders to discuss improving tourism and business travel to Nevada.    » read more »

May 22, 2009 -- Washington, D.C. – Nevada Senator Harry Reid today released the following statement on the news that Nevada’s unemployment rate increased to 10.6 percent in April.

“It’s clear that we are still going through some very difficult times and that Nevadans are struggling. My thoughts are with all those who lost their jobs and are worried about how they are going to make that next house payment and buy groceries, while trying to find a new job.    » read more »

Application for Part 1 of Georgia's State Stabilization Funds Approved Today

May 11, 2009 -- U. S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan today announced that more than $1 billion is now available for Georgia under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. This funding will lay the foundation for a generation of education reform and help save hundreds of thousands of teaching jobs at risk of state and local budget cuts. Georgia will be eligible to apply for another $509 million this fall.

Today's funding is being made available per Georgia's successful completion of Part 1 of the State Stabilization Application, which was made available on April 1.    » read more »

Application for Part 1 of Nevada's State Stabilization Funds Approved Today

May 11, 2009 -- U. S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan today announced that more than $266 million is now available for Nevada under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. This funding will lay the foundation for a generation of education reform and help save hundreds of thousands of teaching jobs at risk of state and local budget cuts.

Nevada will be eligible to apply for another $131 million this fall. Today's funding is being made available per Nevada's successful completion of Part 1 of the State Stabilization Application, which was made available on April 1.    » read more »

Laundering Money Through Las Vegas Casinos

May 6, 2009 -- WASHINGTON -- Two former managers of the Bank of China and their wives were sentenced today after their convictions on Aug. 29, 2008, by a federal jury in Las Vegas on charges of racketeering, money laundering, international transportation of stolen property as well as passport and visa fraud, Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Criminal Division and U.S. Attorney Gregory A. Brower of the District of Nevada announced today.    » read more »