May 2025
Retail Advocacy in the Critical Final Phase of Session
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ITH JUST WEEKS LEFT IN NEVADA’S 2025 legislative session, the energy in Carson City has shifted into high gear. The Economic Forum has released their revenue projections, kicking off a flurry of budget negotiations with lawmakers sprinting toward the finish line. These final weeks are when big decisions get made, often fast and sometimes without full transparency, and the stakes for Nevada’s retail industry have never been higher. This is the moment when the presence—and persistence—of the Retail Association of Nevada matter most. In a session marked by economic uncertainty and increasing policy complexity, RAN remains the most consistent, credible voice for the businesses that keep Nevada moving. Retailers across the state are already navigating a turbulent economic climate. Persistent inflation,
By Bryan Wachter
Bryan Wachter labor shortages, and supply chain disruptions have left many employers making difficult choices just to stay afloat. Layered on top of that, the legislative agenda this year has been packed with proposals that, while well-intentioned, threaten to increase costs, restrict flexibility, and impose mandates on an already strained sector. From new technology regulations to expanded workplace rules and data privacy mandates, these policies often fail to recognize the operational realities of small and midsized businesses. What’s more, many of these ideas come bundled with budget line items. As lawmakers finalize
state spending, proposals to fund new enforcement offices or expand regulatory reach are quietly moving forward. These measures rarely make headlines—but for retailers, they result in new compliance obligations, surprise inspections, and legal uncertainty. RAN is on the ground every day reviewing bill language, negotiating amendments, and engaging with lawmakers to make sure business interests are not sidelined or steamrolled in the process. The urgency is real. Once Continued on page 2
INSIDE RAN Strongly Supports AB 500’s Economy Relief Efforts.............................2 Finding the Balance: Retail Perspectives on AI and Autonomous Vehicle Legislation................................3 Health and Human Services Committees...............5 Inside the Nevada Legislature: How Policy Becomes Reality for Retailers..............................8 Industry News..........................9