Nevada Assembly Bill ACR8

Nevada 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 6/4/23
• Engrossed: 6/4/23
• Enrolled: 6/8/23
• Passed: 6/8/23

Caption

Grants administrative leave to legislative employees in recognition of their service to the 82nd Session of the Nevada Legislature. (BDR R-1231)

Impact

If adopted, ACR8 mandates that all permanent employees of the Legislature and the Legislative Counsel Bureau receive 5 days of administrative leave if they are employed on the last day of the session. Furthermore, temporary employees also qualify for leave provided they choose to extend their employment to complete all assigned tasks post-session. This resolution not only acknowledges the work of legislative employees but also serves to incentivize dedication and ensures that necessary responsibilities are fulfilled after the session ends.

Summary

ACR8 is a resolution passed during the 82nd Session of the Nevada Legislature, which grants administrative leave to legislative employees in acknowledgment of their dedicated service during the session. This resolution reflects the tradition of recognizing the contributions of both permanent and temporary staff who work tirelessly throughout the legislative process. The background for the bill underscores the essential roles that these employees play in sustaining an efficient legislative environment, especially during the challenging time constraints of a legislative session lasting 120 days.

Contention

While ACR8 has garnered support in recognizing the efforts of legislative employees, points of contention may arise regarding its implications on state budgeting and the allocation of resources for administrative leave. Critics might express concerns about the financial impact of granting leave without compensating adjustments elsewhere, particularly in a state legislature where funding may already be constrained. However, the celebration of public service in the legislature is a recurring theme, and this resolution strives to maintain that tradition.