Committees

INFO: Oversees licensing for boxing and other combat matches. Website lists boxing and Mixed Martial Arts calendar. The Commission regulates all contests or exhibitions of unarmed combat, including the licensure and supervision of promoters, boxers, mixed martial artists, kick boxers, seconds, ring officials, managers, ring announcers and matchmakers.

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MANDATES: In 1941, the Nevada Athletic Commission was established by an act of the Nevada legislature. Since that time, the Commission has regulated professional unarmed combat (e.g., boxing, kickboxing and mixed martial arts/ MMA) in Nevada. The conduct and regulation of unarmed combat in Nevada are governed by NRS Chapter 467, and are further clarified by the Regulations of the Commission (Chapter 467 of the Nevada Administrative Code). The Commission administers the State laws and regulations governing unarmed combat for the protection of the public and to ensure the health and safety of the contestants.

The commission is made up of five members, each of whom is appointed by the Governor for a three-year term. The governor shall designate a member of the Commission as Chair of the Commission, for a two-year term.
MEETINGS: Meets nearly every month: https://boxing.nv.gov/schedule/Commission_Calendar/

INFO: The Nevada Capital Investment Corporation is a state-sponsored investment entity designed to stimulate economic development and diversify Nevada's economy by increasing venture capital and private equity funding for businesses. It operates a "Fund of Funds," investing state capital into privately-managed funds that are required to invest in Nevada companies, using a small amount of state capital to attract a larger pool of private investment to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and job creation.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 355.20, NRS 231.157-231.159. Duties include operating the "Nevada Fund of Funds" to invest in venture capital and private equity funds; attracting private investment; and requiring selected funds to invest a mandatory percentage of their capital in Nevada businesses.
MEETINGS: The Board of Directors holds regular quarterly meetings. Details are posted on the GOED website or check the Nevada Treasurer website.

INFO: The Nevada Clean Energy Fund is a green bank—a specialized, mission-driven non-profit financier—focused on accelerating clean energy adoption across Nevada by providing accessible financing for projects like solar, storage, and efficiency upgrades. It breaks down financial barriers for families, businesses, and governments, using public dollars to attract private investment to drive economic development, job creation, and environmental benefits, with a core focus on ensuring equity for underserved communities.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 701.570-701.590. Duties include developing and managing financing programs for clean energy projects; leveraging public funds to attract private investment; and focusing on making clean energy accessible to low-to-moderate income households and underserved communities.
MEETINGS: The Board of Directors holds regular public meetings, typically on a quarterly basis. Details are posted on the NCEF website.

INFO: The Nevada Commission for Persons Who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or Speech Impaired is the state's leading advocacy and service agency dedicated to empowering the deaf and hard of hearing community by breaking down communication barriers and ensuring full participation in all aspects of life. It provides critical resources, certifies American Sign Language interpreters, offers advocacy support, and works to protect rights under state and federal law, serving as a vital hub for the community, state agencies, and businesses seeking to improve accessibility and inclusion.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 426.300-426.380. Duties include promoting equality and accessibility; operating a clearinghouse for information and referrals; certifying and regulating ASL interpreters; and providing guidance and advocacy for communication accessibility.
MEETINGS: Holds regular bi-monthly meetings. Details are posted on the Commission's website; meetings provide accommodations like ASL interpreters and CART.

INFO: The Nevada Commission for the Reconstruction of the V&T Railway is a state commission focused on restoring and operating the historic Virginia & Truckee Railway as a tourist attraction, preserving an important piece of Nevada's 19th-century mining heritage. It oversees the reconstruction, operation, and promotion of the railway, managing it as a unique partnership between state government and historical preservation interests to promote tourism and economic development in the region.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 381.220-381.229. Duties include overseeing the reconstruction, operation, and promotion of the V&T Railway; managing it as a historic tourist attraction; and ensuring its historic integrity is maintained.
MEETINGS: Typically holds regular meetings quarterly. Details are posted on the Division of Museums and History website.

INFO: The Nevada Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training (POST) is the state agency responsible for certifying all city, county, and state law enforcement officers in Nevada. It sets the required curriculum for police academies, certifies officers who meet state standards, and has the power to suspend or revoke an officer's certification for serious misconduct. Its work ensures that every peace officer in the state meets a uniform standard of training and professionalism, which is critical for public safety and maintaining trust in law enforcement.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 289. Establishes and enforces minimum standards for the training, certification, and conduct of all peace officers in Nevada. Issues and renews certifications, establishes training requirements, oversees law enforcement academies, investigates allegations of misconduct, and has the authority to suspend or revoke certification.
MEETINGS: Meets quarterly. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website and on the POST website.

INFO: The Nevada High-Speed Rail Authority exists in state law as a potential entity to study and facilitate high-speed rail development, but it is currently dormant and has not been funded or staffed. In practice, high-speed rail initiative has been driven by private companies like Brightline West, which is developing a line between Southern California and Las Vegas, with the state's role handled by existing agencies like the Department of Transportation for facilitation and coordination rather than through an active public authority.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 704.950-704.970. Its purpose would be to study, plan, and facilitate the development of high-speed rail systems within Nevada, but the authority is currently inactive and has not been convened.
MEETINGS: The authority is dormant and does not have a meeting schedule. Any future meetings would be publicly noticed.

INFO: The Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Review Board (NOSHRB) is an independent, quasi-judicial body that hears appeals from employers who have been cited by Nevada OSHA for workplace safety and health violations. It is structurally separate from the enforcement division to guarantee impartiality. The Board holds formal hearings where both employers and OSHA present evidence, and it issues final decisions to affirm, modify, or vacate citations and penalties. This process provides a critical check on regulatory enforcement and ensures a fair hearing for contested cases.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 618, specifically NRS 618.423 to 618.513. Provides a fair, independent, and impartial forum for employers to contest citations, penalties, and abatement periods issued by Nevada OSHA. Functions as an administrative court to settle disputes between Nevada OSHA and employers through formal hearings and the issuance of final decisions.
MEETINGS: Meets as needed based on the filing of appeals. There is no fixed schedule. Hearing dockets are provided to involved parties, and public notices are on the Nevada Public Notice website.

INFO: The Nevada Outdoor Education and Recreation (NOER) Working Group is a task force created to develop a statewide strategic plan for expanding and improving outdoor education and recreation for all Nevadans. Its goal is to foster a more connected, healthy, and economically vibrant state by breaking down barriers to accessing the outdoors. The group brings together experts from education, state agencies, non-profits, and the outdoor industry to identify challenges like funding, transportation, and curriculum integration and recommend concrete solutions to the Legislature and Governor.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 407 as NRS 407.076, created by Assembly Bill 189 (2021). Develops a strategic plan to advance outdoor education and recreation in Nevada. Responsibilities include identifying barriers, recommending policies, and finding ways to integrate outdoor education into the state's curriculum and community programs to promote public health, economic development, and environmental stewardship.
MEETINGS: Meets at least quarterly. Meeting summaries, presentations, and recordings are available on the official NOER Working Group website. Agendas are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website.

INFO: The Nevada Patient Protection Commission (PPC) is an independent state commission tasked with tackling the high cost of healthcare for all Nevadans. It acts as a watchdog and policy advisor by conducting in-depth studies on the complex financial drivers of healthcare costs, particularly focusing on the practices of hospitals and pharmaceutical companies. The Commission holds public hearings and uses its findings to propose specific legislation and policies designed to lower costs, increase price transparency, and protect patients from excessive medical bills.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 439B, specifically NRS 439B.260 through 439B.300. Analyzes and addresses the rising cost of healthcare in Nevada, with a focus on prescription drug prices and hospital finances. Its mission is to increase transparency, promote competition, and make recommendations to the Legislature to reduce healthcare costs through data analysis, policy development, and public hearings.
MEETINGS: Meets at least quarterly. Agendas are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website, and past meeting materials are on the Commission's website.

INFO: The Nevada Personnel Commission is an independent, quasi-judicial board that acts as the final appellate body for the state's classified personnel system. If a state employee is suspended, demoted, or dismissed and believes the action was unjust, they can appeal to this Commission. It holds formal hearings, reviews evidence from both the employee and the agency, and issues a binding decision. Its role is critical in protecting the rights of state employees and ensuring accountability and fairness within the executive branch of Nevada's government.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 284 - State Personnel. Serves as the final administrative appellate body for the state's classified personnel system. Hears and decides appeals from state employees regarding disciplinary actions, grievances, and other personnel matters. Conducts formal hearings and issues binding decisions to uphold, modify, or reverse disciplinary actions.
MEETINGS: Meets monthly, or as needed based on the number of appeals filed. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website.

INFO: The Nevada Public Employees' Retirement Board is the governing body responsible for overseeing the state's pension system for public employees, including teachers, state and local government workers, police officers, and firefighters. The Board has a critical fiduciary role: it manages the multi-billion dollar investment fund that pays for future retirement benefits, sets contribution rates within statutory limits, adopts rules for administering the system, and makes final decisions on member eligibility and benefits. Its core mission is to ensure the long-term financial stability of the retirement system to protect the promises made to Nevada's public servants.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 286. Administers the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System in a sound and equitable manner. Its primary fiduciary duty is to manage the system's investments and operations for the exclusive benefit of its members and their beneficiaries. Responsibilities include investment oversight, rulemaking, budget approval, and serving as the final appellate board for member disputes.
MEETINGS: Meets monthly. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website and the PERS website. Members are elected by the PERS membership and appointed by the Governor.

INFO: The Nevada Public Works Board is the state's central planning and oversight body for the construction and maintenance of state-owned buildings. It acts as the "owner's representative," providing professional architecture, engineering, and construction management services for the state. The Board is responsible for planning, designing, and constructing everything from office buildings and correctional facilities to university buildings, managing budgets and timelines, and hiring private contractors. Its work ensures taxpayer money is spent efficiently on building safe, functional, and sustainable assets for state government operations.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 341. Provides professional planning, engineering, construction, and facility management services for state-owned buildings. Acts as the central planning and oversight body for the state's capital improvement projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to required standards.
MEETINGS: Meets monthly. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website. The Board is composed of state officials serving ex officio (Governor, Lieutenant Governor, State Treasurer, State Controller, Attorney General).

INFO: The Nevada Rangeland Resources Commission is a state commission dedicated to educating the public about the economic and ecological value of Nevada's vast rangelands. It works to bridge the gap between agricultural producers and the public by providing science-based information on how responsible livestock grazing supports healthy ecosystems, reduces wildfire risk, conserves water, and preserves open space and wildlife habitat. The Commission acts as a central resource, promoting the benefits of a working landscape through documentaries, publications, and public outreach campaigns.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 563. Promotes the sustainability and improvement of Nevada's rangelands through public education and outreach. Its activities include conducting advertising campaigns, compiling information on the livestock industry, and supporting the responsible control and management of grazing lands.
MEETINGS: Meets quarterly. Agendas and minutes are found on the Nevada Public Notice website. Members are appointed by the Governor of Nevada and include representatives from state grazing boards and major agricultural associations.

INFO: The Nevada Real Estate Commission is the state agency that licenses and regulates real estate brokers, salespersons, property managers, and real estate schools. Its primary mission is consumer protection in all real estate transactions. The Commission sets the rules for ethical conduct, handles disciplinary actions against licensees for misconduct such as fraud or misrepresentation, and provides a resource for the public to verify licenses and file complaints. It is the central authority ensuring that real estate professionals in Nevada meet required standards of education, competence, and ethical practice.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 645. Protects the public interest in real estate transactions by regulating the industry. Ensures that licensees are competent and ethical. Responsibilities include licensing, investigating complaints, enforcing laws and regulations, and approving real estate education courses.
MEETINGS: Meets monthly. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website. Members are appointed by the Governor of Nevada.

INFO: The Nevada Sagebrush Ecosystem Council is a governor-appointed council that leads the state's efforts to conserve and restore its vast sagebrush landscapes. These ecosystems are critical habitat for species like the greater sage-grouse and support Nevada's ranching economy, recreation, and water resources. The Council works to coordinate projects and funding across federal, state, and private lands to reduce threats like wildfire and invasive species, thereby protecting this vital natural resource for future generations through collaborative, science-based initiatives.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 527. Conserves, protects, and restores the sagebrush ecosystems in the state for the benefit of wildlife, working landscapes, and rural communities. Serves as Nevada's official coordinating body for the implementation of the Greater Sage-Grouse State Plan and awards grants for restoration projects.
MEETINGS: Meets at least quarterly. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website. Members are appointed by the Governor of Nevada.

INFO: The Nevada Sentencing Commission is a bipartisan, inter-branch agency that serves as the central research and policy arm for the state on all matters related to criminal sentencing. Its role is to provide data-driven, non-partisan analysis to the Legislature to inform critical decisions about crime and punishment. The Commission's work helps lawmakers understand the long-term consequences—both human and fiscal—of proposed sentencing laws before they are enacted. By studying recidivism and public safety outcomes, the Commission aims to help Nevada develop a criminal justice system that is both just and cost-effective.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS 176.010 - 176.045. Conducts ongoing research and analysis of Nevada's criminal sentencing practices and recommends evidence-based policies to the Legislature. Functions include data analysis on sentencing patterns and recidivism, preparing fiscal impact statements for criminal legislation, developing voluntary sentencing guidelines, and studying the effectiveness of sentencing practices and alternatives to incarceration.
MEETINGS: Required to meet at least four times per year. Meeting frequency often increases during legislative interim periods when tasked with specific studies. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Legislature website.

INFO: The Nevada State Board of Oriental Medicine is the state agency that licenses and regulates acupuncturists and practitioners of Oriental Medicine. Its primary role is to ensure that all licensed practitioners in Nevada have the proper education, training, and credentials to provide safe and effective care to the public. The Board handles licensing applications, investigates consumer complaints against licensees, and enforces the state laws and regulations governing the profession. For a consumer, the Board is the resource to verify a practitioner's license is in good standing and to file a complaint if necessary.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 634A - Oriental Medicine. Protects the public's health, safety, and welfare by regulating the practice of Oriental Medicine in Nevada. Issues licenses to acupuncturists (L.Ac.) and Oriental Medicine Doctors (O.M.D.), establishes rules and standards of practice, investigates complaints, and imposes disciplinary actions for professional misconduct or violations of law.
MEETINGS: Meets quarterly. Agendas are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website, and past meeting minutes are available on the Board's website.

INFO: The Nevada State Board of Osteopathic Medicine (NSBOM) is the state agency that licenses and regulates all Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.s) in Nevada. Its sole mission is public protection. The Board evaluates the qualifications of applicants, issues licenses, investigates complaints from the public, and takes disciplinary action against licensees for unprofessional conduct, incompetence, or violating medical practice laws. It is the primary resource for patients to verify a D.O.'s license status and file a complaint, ensuring high standards of medical care are met.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 633 - Osteopathic Medicine. Protects the public health, safety, and welfare by ensuring that osteopathic physicians (D.O.s) meet standards of competence and ethical practice through licensing, regulation, and discipline. Responsibilities include licensing, investigating complaints, enforcing the Medical Practice Act, and establishing practice standards.
MEETINGS: Meets quarterly. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website and the Board's own website.

INFO: The Nevada State Infrastructure Bank (NSIB) is a state-sponsored financial institution designed to fund essential public infrastructure projects throughout Nevada. It functions as a "bank for public works," partnering with local governments, state agencies, and private entities to provide loans, loan guarantees, and other financial tools instead of grants. This revolving fund model aims to stretch taxpayer dollars further by attracting private investment and federal funding, accelerating the construction of critical needs like roads, water systems, broadband internet, and renewable energy projects to promote economic development and community growth.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 349, Sections 349.600 to 349.690. Provides a new source of financing for critical public infrastructure projects across Nevada. Its goals are to leverage public funds to secure private investment, accelerate projects, fill funding gaps, and promote economic development through loans, loan guarantees, and other credit enhancements for projects like transportation, water systems, broadband, and energy.
MEETINGS: Completed 6 meetings in 2022. The Board has held several meetings to establish bylaws, policies, and procedures and is evaluating its first potential projects for financing.

INFO: The Nevada State Public Defender is a government law office that provides constitutionally mandated legal defense for individuals who cannot afford to hire a private attorney in criminal cases. This office ensures the Sixth Amendment right to counsel is fulfilled for indigent defendants facing the loss of liberty. Its attorneys represent clients in felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile delinquency cases across the state, from arraignment to trial and appeal. They act as independent advocates, providing a crucial check on the justice system and ensuring fair representation for all, regardless of financial means.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 260. Provides constitutionally mandated legal representation to indigent clients (adults and juveniles) in criminal proceedings and other cases where the right to counsel attaches. Represents clients in cases from arraignment through trial and appeal.
MEETINGS: This is a state office, not a board, and does not hold public meetings. The State Public Defender is appointed by the Nevada Board of Examiners.

INFO: The Nevada State Rehabilitation Council (NSRC) is a governor-appointed body made up of volunteers, a majority of whom are individuals with disabilities. It serves as an independent advisor to the state's Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program, which is part of DETR. The Council's role is to review, analyze, and advise on the performance of the VR agency, ensuring it is effectively helping Nevadans with disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain employment. It acts as a crucial community link, gathering public input and advocating for the needs of VR consumers to promote better employment outcomes.

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MANDATES: Authorized under the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014. Advises and provides recommendations to the state's Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) agency on its policies, priorities, and effectiveness. Responsibilities include reviewing agency goals, evaluating program effectiveness, collaborating on the State Plan, conducting public forums, and advocating for systemic improvements to increase employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
MEETINGS: Required by federal law to meet at least four times per year. Meetings are publicly noticed and open to the public. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website.

INFO: The Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA) is the state's regulatory body for for-hire transportation companies operating within Nevada. It ensures that companies providing paid transportation for people or goods are financially stable, properly insured, and operate safely. The agency sets rates for services like taxis and non-consensual tows, handles consumer complaints against licensed carriers, and investigates illegal operators. Its oversight extends to taxis, limousines, moving companies, tow trucks, and certain freight haulers, providing essential consumer protection and industry fairness.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 706 - Motor Carriers. Regulates for-hire transportation services to ensure public safety, consumer protection, and fair business practices. Issues Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) or Permits to transportation businesses, sets tariff rates for certain services, conducts safety enforcement, resolves consumer complaints, and takes action against unlicensed operators.
MEETINGS: Meets monthly, and sometimes more frequently as needed. Agendas are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website and on the NTA's own website.

INFO: Nevada Volunteers is the state commission that promotes and facilitates volunteerism and national service programs across Nevada. It acts as the central hub for service, securing millions of dollars in federal AmeriCorps funding and distributing those grants to local non-profits and agencies that host AmeriCorps members. The commission also manages the state's volunteer matching website, VolunteerNevada.org, organizes large-scale service events, and recognizes outstanding volunteer efforts. Its mission is to solve community problems by investing in volunteer-powered solutions that address critical needs in education, disaster services, and healthy futures.

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MANDATES: Authorized under NRS Chapter 232F and the federal National and Community Service Trust Act of 1993. Strengthens Nevada's communities through service and volunteering. Acts as the state's lead agency for service by securing federal AmeriCorps funding, providing grants to local organizations, promoting volunteer opportunities, and recognizing volunteer efforts. Primary function is serving as the state grantmaker for AmeriCorps programs.
MEETINGS: As a board-led commission, holds regular public meetings at least quarterly. Committees may meet more frequently. Agendas and minutes are posted on the Nevada Public Notice website.