INFO: The Nevada Gaming Control Board is the investigative, enforcement, and regulatory agency for the state's gaming industry, widely regarded as the global gold standard. It acts as the "police and detectives," conducting in-depth background investigations, auditing financial records, inspecting casino operations, and investigating complaints. The board tests and approves all gaming devices for fairness and presents its findings to the Gaming Commission for final decision, serving as the fundamental front-line agency maintaining the integrity of Nevada's most important industry. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 463.020. Duties include investigating the qualifications of all gaming license applicants; enforcing gaming laws and regulations; conducting audits and investigations; making recommendations to the Gaming Commission; and ensuring gaming is conducted honestly and competitively.
MEETINGS: Holds a regular public meeting once per month, typically on a Thursday. Meetings are held via videoconference between Carson City and Las Vegas offices.

INFO: The Nevada Gaming Policy Committee is a temporary, advisory "blue ribbon" panel convened by the Governor to provide strategic, forward-thinking advice on the future of the gaming industry. It functions as a think tank, examining emerging issues like online gaming and competition to develop high-level policy recommendations for the Legislature. The committee is not a regulatory body but brings together top minds in gaming to advise the Governor on how to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape and keep Nevada's industry competitive and well-regulated. MANDATES: Created and governed by Executive Order. Duties include studying and reviewing the state's gaming laws and policies, examining emerging industry trends, and developing recommendations for the Governor and Legislature to ensure Nevada's gaming industry remains competitive.
MEETINGS: Not a permanent committee. It is reconstituted by the Governor as needed and holds a series of public meetings over a period of months when active.

INFO: The Nevada Government Employee-Management Relations Board is the state's quasi-judicial labor relations board for local government employees, functioning as the "referee" for labor disputes in city, county, and school district agencies. Its core mission is to ensure fair labor practices by overseeing the collective bargaining process, certifying unions, and resolving conflicts between local governments and their organized workforce. The board adjudicates disputes, mediates negotiations, and ensures both sides follow the rules to promote stable and productive labor-management relations in the public sector. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 288. Duties include administering the Local Government Employee-Management Relations Act; determining bargaining units; certifying unions; adjudicating disputes and prohibited practices; and mediating and arbitrating negotiations disputes.
MEETINGS: Meets on an as-needed basis to hold hearings and conduct business. There is no regular schedule; frequency depends on the caseload.

INFO: The Nevada Governor's Advisory Council on Education Relating to the Holocaust is dedicated to ensuring the history and lessons of the Holocaust are accurately taught to combat antisemitism, bigotry, and hatred. The council provides resources and training for teachers, promotes understanding of how intolerance leads to genocide, and works to ensure future generations learn from the past to become responsible citizens who stand against injustice. It serves as a living memorial to the victims and survivors by organizing remembrance ceremonies and curating age-appropriate instructional materials for schools statewide. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 388.710. Duties include advising the Governor and State Board on implementing Holocaust education; reviewing and recommending curriculum; providing teacher workshops; and acting as a liaison to organizations that provide Holocaust education.
MEETINGS: Meets at least twice a year, typically quarterly. Meeting frequency can increase around key commemorative dates.

INFO: The Nevada Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities is a federally funded agency dedicated to advocating for and empowering Nevadans with developmental disabilities and their families. Unlike a service provider, the council creates large-scale, systemic change by funding innovative grants, educating policymakers, and training individuals to be effective advocates. Composed primarily of people with disabilities and family members, it ensures its work is community-guided, focusing on promoting self-determination, independence, and inclusion in all facets of community life across the state. MANDATES: Authorized under the federal Developmental Disabilities Assistance Act and NRS 232.320. Duties include engaging in advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change activities to promote a coordinated system of community services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities.
MEETINGS: The full Council meets at least four times per year (quarterly). Committee meetings are held more frequently as needed.

INFO: The Nevada Governor's Workforce Development Board is the state's leading strategic planning body for workforce development, ensuring Nevada has a skilled workforce that meets business needs and strengthens the economy. It brings together leaders from business, education, and government to create a cohesive, demand-driven system for training and employment. The board oversees the spending of federal workforce funds, develops the state's strategic plan, and works to align programs across the state to create an efficient network of services for job seekers, students, and employers. MANDATES: Authorized under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and NRS 232.940. Duties include serving as the state's principal workforce policy body; developing and implementing the state workforce development plan; aligning and coordinating workforce programs; and promoting strategies for a competitive workforce.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter. Committees and sector councils meet more frequently.

INFO: The Nevada Historical Records Advisory Board is a volunteer, federally-mandated board that acts as the statewide coordinating body for efforts to preserve and provide access to historical records. It supports the care of Nevada's documentary history—including government records, manuscripts, and photographs—held in repositories across the state by providing guidance, offering training workshops, and distributing federal grants. The board's work ensures that Nevada's historical evidence is preserved for future generations and remains accessible to researchers, students, and the public. MANDATES: Authorized under 44 U.S.C. § 2106 and NHPRC regulations. Duties include serving as the central advisory body for historical records planning; providing guidance to organizations; administering grant applications for federal funding; and promoting the preservation and access of Nevada's documentary heritage.
MEETINGS: Typically meets quarterly. Additional meetings may be scheduled to review grant proposals.

INFO: The Nevada Homeland Security Commission is a high-level advisory board tasked with coordinating the state's strategy and resources to prevent, protect against, and respond to terrorist threats and emergencies. It brings together leaders from key state agencies, law enforcement, and the National Guard to create a unified approach to security. The commission plays a critical role in deciding how federal homeland security funds are distributed for equipment, training, and planning, ensuring all levels of government are prepared to work together to keep the state's residents and critical infrastructure safe. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 239C.140. Duties include serving as the primary advisory body to the Governor on homeland security; developing a statewide anti-terrorism strategy; reviewing and prioritizing federal grant applications; and coordinating information sharing among agencies.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter. Special meetings can be called by the Chair as needed.

INFO: The Nevada Indian Commission is the state's official liaison and advocacy agency for matters concerning the 27 federally recognized tribes and Native American communities within Nevada. It serves as the primary bridge between tribal governments and the state, promoting government-to-government cooperation and addressing issues of mutual concern. The commission works to protect tribal sovereignty, preserve cultural heritage, and improve the quality of life for Native Americans through advocacy, education, and the development of programs and policies that ensure their voices are represented at the state level. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 223.600. Duties include studying the relationship between the state and tribes; serving as a liaison to improve communication; identifying beneficial programs; advising the Governor and Legislature; and promoting the economic and social development of Native people.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter. Meetings often rotate between Las Vegas, Reno, and tribal communities.

INFO: The Nevada Indigent Defense Commission was a temporary, legislative study commission formed to address critical deficiencies in how legal defense was provided to poor defendants across the state. It completed its mandate by producing extensive research, developing the first-ever statewide standards for indigent defense, and advocating for increased state funding. The commission concluded on July 1, 2019, as per its sunset provision, with its ongoing oversight functions not continued in a permanent structure. Oversight of indigent defense remains primarily a county-level responsibility. MANDATES: Was authorized under NRS 180.400-180.500. Its purpose was to study indigent defense services, develop statewide standards, and make recommendations to the Legislature for improving the system. The commission concluded on July 1, 2019.
MEETINGS: The commission is inactive and does not meet.

INFO: The Nevada Industrial Insurance Appeals Panel is the highest administrative level of appeal in the state's workers' compensation system, functioning as the "appellate court" for disputes over claims. When an injured worker or employer disagrees with a decision made by an insurance claims administrator or a hearing officer, they can appeal to this three-member panel for a final, binding decision. Its role is crucial for ensuring due process and that the complex laws governing workers' compensation are applied correctly and fairly to all parties involved before a case can proceed to district court. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 616A.430. Duties include serving as an independent, quasi-judicial body to hear and decide appeals from decisions made within the Nevada workers' compensation system, providing a fair and impartial process, and issuing final, binding decisions on claim disputes.
MEETINGS: Holds hearings nearly every week throughout the year to manage its caseload. There is no set monthly schedule; hearing dates are set based on the volume of appeals and are held in Las Vegas, Carson City, and other locations statewide.

INFO: The Nevada Industrial Relations Advisory Council is a key advisory body for the state's workplace safety and health program, acting as a formal channel for collaboration between the regulatory agency, employers, employees, and the public. Its primary role is to provide practical, on-the-ground advice to help shape effective and reasonable safety regulations by reviewing proposed rules and ensuring they are vetted for both protective value and feasibility, fostering a cooperative approach to improving workplace safety across Nevada. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 618.295. Duties include advising the Administrator of the Division of Industrial Relations on the administration and enforcement of occupational safety and health laws; reviewing and recommending proposed regulations; and serving as a liaison between the Division and the public.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter. Meetings are often held in Carson City or Las Vegas and may be available via videoconference.

INFO: The Nevada Information Technology Advisory Board is a key advisory body for the state's IT strategy and policy, acting as a formal channel for collaboration between the state's central IT office, state agencies, local governments, and the private sector. The board provides expert advice on technology trends, standards, and major projects to ensure the state's IT investments are aligned with business needs, promote interoperability, and are cost-effective, leveraging technology to improve government services, increase efficiency, and enhance security. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 223.580. Duties include advising the Chief Information Officer on IT matters; reviewing and recommending statewide IT standards, policies, and projects; and promoting the efficient and effective use of IT resources across all state agencies.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter. Meetings are often held via videoconference and in-person in Carson City.

INFO: The Nevada Interagency Advisory Council on Homelessness to Housing is the state's central coordinating body for efforts to prevent and reduce homelessness, creating a cohesive, "Housing First" strategic approach across all levels of government and the nonprofit sector. It brings together leaders from every state agency whose work touches on homelessness to break down silos, coordinate resources, streamline services, and implement data-driven strategies to move people from homelessness to permanent housing, acting as the strategic planner and central hub for Nevada's response to the crisis. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 427A.860. Duties include developing and recommending a statewide strategic plan to reduce homelessness; coordinating efforts of state agencies and local governments; identifying funding sources; collecting and analyzing data; and advising the Governor and Legislature.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter. Subcommittees may meet more frequently. Meetings are often held via videoconference and in-person in Carson City and Las Vegas.

INFO: The Nevada Interagency Council on Veteran Affairs is the state's central coordinating body for veteran services, ensuring that veterans and their families receive the benefits and services they have earned by creating a seamless, collaborative network of support across all state government. It brings together leaders from every state agency impacting veterans to break down bureaucratic silos, identify service gaps, eliminate redundancies, and develop a unified, strategic approach to serving those who have served, acting as the internal advocate for veterans within state government. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 417.210. Duties include facilitating communication and coordination among state agencies providing services to veterans; identifying and addressing gaps in services; developing and recommending policies and legislation; and advising the Governor and Legislature.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter. Meetings are often held via videoconference and in-person in Carson City and Las Vegas.

INFO: The Interstate Agreement on Detainers is a critical legal pact between all U.S. states that allows Nevada to bring a prisoner incarcerated in another state to face pending criminal charges, and vice versa. It functions as a "prisoner loan" system, ensuring individuals serve sentences without unresolved charges and providing an efficient, standardized process for resolving multi-state cases without complex extradition. The Nevada Department of Corrections, county sheriffs, district attorneys, and courts administer the law, which grants prisoners the right to a speedy trial within 180 days of a request. MANDATES: Codified in NRS 178.620-178.660. Its purpose is to provide a cooperative mechanism for states to obtain temporary custody of prisoners to resolve outstanding charges; expedite the disposition of untried charges; and establish clear procedures and timelines for detainer requests, ensuring the right to a speedy trial.
MEETINGS: This is a law, not a meeting body. It is invoked on a case-by-case basis for prisoner transfers.

INFO: The Nevada Junior Livestock Show Board is the regulatory and supervisory body for all junior livestock exhibitions in the state, ensuring shows for youth in agriculture (4-H, FFA) are conducted fairly, safely, and according to state law. It sets rules for animal health, breed standards, and judging criteria, acting as the governing authority that standardizes practices across county fairs and the State Fair to ensure a level playing field for all young competitors and support agricultural education for the next generation of ranchers and farmers. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 565.120. Duties include supervising and regulating all junior livestock shows; establishing and enforcing rules for animal health and safety; determining eligibility of participants and animals; promoting agricultural education; and resolving disputes.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per year, typically 2-4 times per year with more meetings before major shows. Meetings are often held in Reno, Sparks, or Carson City.

INFO: The Nevada Juvenile Justice Oversight Commission is an independent body tasked with monitoring and improving the state's juvenile justice system to ensure it is effective, equitable, and based on rehabilitation and positive youth development. It acts as a watchdog and strategic planner, reviewing system performance data, identifying areas for improvement like reducing disparities, and recommending evidence-based policies to reduce recidivism and improve public safety by bringing together experts and officials to create a more coordinated and humane approach. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 62H.400. Duties include overseeing the implementation of juvenile justice reforms; monitoring and evaluating system effectiveness; collecting and analyzing data on trends and disparities; and developing recommendations for policies and legislation to improve outcomes for youth.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter, typically bi-monthly. Meetings are held via videoconference and in-person in Carson City and Las Vegas.

INFO: The Keep Nevada Working Task Force was a temporary executive task force convened to address regulatory barriers to employment by conducting a comprehensive review of occupational licensing requirements. It focused on reforming the state's framework to make it easier for military spouses, formerly incarcerated individuals, and new Nevadans to enter the workforce, culminating in a final report with recommendations for streamlining processes. The task force concluded its work upon delivering its report on December 1, 2023, and is now inactive. MANDATES: Created by Executive Order 2023-008. Its purpose was to review occupational licensing requirements, identify unnecessary barriers to employment, and develop recommendations to streamline processes while maintaining health and safety standards. The task force concluded on December 1, 2023.
MEETINGS: This was a temporary task force that is now inactive and does not meet.

INFO: The Nevada Land Use Planning Advisory Council is a key advisory body for coordinating land use planning between state and local governments, ensuring local master plans are consistent with state goals for economic development, conservation, and infrastructure. It acts as a central clearinghouse for reviewing local plans, providing recommendations to align them with state interests like transportation corridors and water resource management, and facilitating dialogue to prevent conflicts and promote a coordinated approach to growth and development across Nevada. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 278.027. Duties include reviewing and commenting on local government master plans; providing advice on consistency with state goals; facilitating coordination between state and local governments; and identifying potential conflicts between local plans and state interests.
MEETINGS: Meets at least once per quarter. Meetings are often held via videoconference and in-person in Carson City.

INFO: The Las Vegas Stadium Authority is the government body responsible for overseeing the development, operation, and maintenance of Allegiant Stadium. It acts as the public's landlord for the facility, ensuring it is operated per its lease agreements and provides economic and community benefits to the state and Clark County through its use and a community benefits fund. MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 349 (Southern Nevada Tourism Innovation Act). The Authority oversees the stadium operator, administers a community benefits fund, and ensures the facility is available for certain public events.
MEETINGS: Meets monthly. Agendas and minutes are posted on its official website. Members are appointed by the Governor of Nevada.

INFO: The Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records is the central hub for library services, historical preservation, and public records management in the state, functioning as the equivalent of a libraries council. It supports every public, school, and academic library in Nevada by providing funding, training, and resources, preserves the state's historical documents, and ensures public access to government information. Its mission is to strengthen library services for all communities and promote a culture of reading and literacy across the state, acting as the librarian for the state. MANDATES: Created NRS 380A.031 in 1965. Cannot find official records about this specific name. Nevada State Library Authority information is provided instead. Authorized under NRS 378.013. Duties include providing library services to the state government and residents; administering state and federal library funds; collecting, preserving, and providing access to public records and archives; providing leadership to libraries; and promoting literacy and lifelong learning.
MEETINGS: This is a state agency, not an advisory council. It may host public workshops and training sessions but does not have regular public meetings as a governing body.