Revises provisions relating to governmental administration. (BDR 18-404)
Additionally, the bill mandates the relocation of the Keep Nevada Working Task Force, which was previously under the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, to the Office of the Secretary of State. The Task Force is tasked with developing strategies to support various workforce needs, especially those concerning immigrant workers and businesses. It is expected that this move will bolster efforts to create job pathways and business opportunities for immigrants, thereby impacting the economic landscape of Nevada.
Senate Bill 24, known as the Keep Nevada Working Act, primarily aims to revise provisions related to governmental administration in Nevada. This bill focuses on extending the authority and funding mechanisms for the Office of Small Business Advocacy within the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, notably delaying its expiration from June 30, 2023, to July 1, 2025. The bill also allows for personnel funding from the State General Fund, enhancing the capacity of this office to support small businesses in Nevada.
While the bill is largely viewed favorably for its intentions to support small businesses and the immigrant workforce, there may be points of contention around the funding and operational dynamics between different offices of the state government. Some stakeholders could argue about the effectiveness of transferring the Task Force to the Office of the Secretary of State, as previous operational oversight and focus on entrepreneurial advocacy could be altered. Ensuring that immigrant business owners and related entities continue to receive adequate resources and attention post-transfer remains critical.