NV Nation

Policy Insights into Nevada, and the US / Global Economy

Offering persepective and current information effecting the prosperity and security for our citizens in Nevada and throughout the US. 

Mission: NV Nation searches for the best solutions based on experience to protect the Nevada and America we all love. In that endeavor, we welcome measured growth that can be well supported by a maintained infrastructure of municipal/rural service providers and requisite utilities.

 

Consider NV Nation to be a relevant source on the issues with a focus on people first and accountability.  We offer analysis on legislation, concise videos on Nevada and national matters, and coverage of local and international headline news. National and global movements will be discussed, hopefully informing wise decision-making in legislation and policy.  Celebrating the rich history of this important state, which includes its early indigenous tribes and the independent-minded pioneers who followed, NV Nation supports our state's present journey. Our goal is to secure liberty and abundance for her present and future generations.

 

Nevada's History & Future

American pioneers migrated westward to 'Washoe' in 1827. This early name for Nevada was based on an indigenous Indian tribe in the region.  Eventually, a stable population of mostly miners took root during the mid-century gold rush years.  Political and religious differences between established Mormon leadership in  Utah Territory and the newer pioneers of silver ore mining towns led to independent statehood for Nevada.  Separating itself from the larger Utah territory, on October 31st, 1864, Nevada became the 36th state in the union.  A pivotal swing state in US presidential elections, national renown came to Nevada early, as her statehood cinched the electoral votes needed for republican Abraham Lincoln's win!  

 

Today, Nevada continues to expand from the original backbone of a localized mining economy to a prominent global presence in gold and mineral production.  Beyond mining, current efforts in the state focus on widening the industry base to the following areas:

• Tourism/Gaming

• Manufacturing

• Technology

• Renewable Energy

• Agriculture

• Medical Innovation Services

Natural Resource Planning

 Water usage is a key planning component for Nevada's residents. Our arid climate delivers an average rainfall of only 6 to12 inches. Accessing water as a precious resource requires balancing the competing interests of growing municipalities and agriculture in the 7 western US basin states.

 

Background: Nevada, being part of the 7-basin state region, is involved in collaborative negotiations for managing the Colorado River Basin's declining water levels at Lake Mead and Lake Powell.  Tier One water shortage restrictions affect all of our state, which has to reduce its water consumption from the Colorado River by approximately 7%.  As deliberations for a long term usage plan stall, the US Department of the Interior/Bureau of Reclamation has stepped in, offering 5 possible solutions to water executives.  In lieu of approving one of these 5 federal solutions, Nevada, Arizona, and California in May of 2026, advance a near term usage plan through 2028.  If the required states fail to adopt the tri state agreement, then the Federal set of new operating guidelines may go into effect, by Oct, 1 of 2026.