Nevada AB 160: Revises provisions governing the sealing of certain criminal records. (BDR 14-634)

Bill Text

- 83rd Session (2025)
Assembly Bill No. 160–Assemblymembers
Yeager, O’Neill; and Gray

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AN ACT relating to economic development; creating the Nevada-
Ireland Trade Commission; prescribing the membership,
powers and duties of the Commission; creating the Account
for the Nevada-Ireland Trade Commission; and providing
other matters properly relating thereto.
Legislative Counsel’s Digest:
Existing law creates the Board of Economic Development, which is required to
review and make recommendations on various aspects of economic development in
Nevada. (NRS 231.033, 231.037) Section 3 of this bill creates the Nevada-Ireland
Trade Commission, which consists of nine members. Section 4 of this bill: (1)
provides for the officers of the Commission; (2) prescribes requirements for
meetings of the Commission; and (3) requires the Office of Economic Development
to provide necessary administrative support to the Commission. Section 5 of this
bill requires the Commission to study and make recommendations to the Board of
Economic Development regarding: (1) advancing bilateral trade and investment
between Nevada and Ireland; (2) initiating joint action on policy issues of mutual
interest to Nevada and Ireland; (3) promoting business and academic exchanges
between Nevada and Ireland; (4) encouraging mutual economic support between
Nevada and Ireland; (5) encouraging mutual investment in the infrastructure of
Nevada and Ireland; and (6) such other issues as determined by the Commission.
Section 5 also requires the Commission to prepare and submit an annual report of
its activities and recommendations to the Director of the Legislative Counsel
Bureau and the Governor. Section 6 of this bill creates the Account for the Nevada-
Ireland Trade Commission in the State General Fund, which is required to be
administered by the Commission and only used to carry out the activities of the
Commission. Section 6 also: (1) authorizes the Commission to apply for grants and
accept gifts, grants, bequests and other contributions; and (2) requires that any such
money received by the Commission be deposited in the Account. Section 2 of this
bill defines the term “Commission” for purposes of sections 3-6.

EXPLANATION – Matter in bolded italics is new; matter between brackets [omitted material] is material to be omitted.

WHEREAS, During the early mining boom in Nevada in the mid-
1800s, Irish immigrants were a significant part of this State’s
population and workforce; and
WHEREAS, The rich Irish heritage of Nevada is reflected in the
names of many prominent Nevadans, including, McCarran, Mackay,
Manogue and O’Callaghan, who made important contributions to
this State in the areas of religion, government, development,
business and gaming; and
WHEREAS, There are significant and enduring connections
between Nevada and Ireland, and Nevada has historic and practical

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reasons to desire the building of stronger economic, educational,
governmental and cultural links with Ireland; and
WHEREAS, In light of the mutual economic interests of Nevada
and Ireland and the need to adapt to the evolving global economy,
creation of a trade commission demonstrates a shared commitment
to fostering stronger commercial ties between Nevada and Ireland to
encourage investment between, leverage the resources of and create
mutually beneficial opportunities for both regions; and
WHEREAS, A trade commission will also serve as a platform for
educational and cultural exchanges and for building a lasting and
collaborative relationship with a global partner; now, therefore,

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, REPRESENTED IN
SENATE AND ASSEMBLY, DO ENACT AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Chapter 231 of NRS is hereby amended by adding
thereto the provisions set forth as sections 2 to 6, inclusive, of this
act.
Sec. 2. As used in sections 2 to 6, inclusive, of this act, unless
the context otherwise requires, “Commission” means the Nevada-
Ireland Trade Commission created by section 3 of this act.
Sec. 3. 1. There is hereby created the Nevada-Ireland
Trade Commission, consisting of the following nine members:
(a) Two members of the Senate, appointed by the Majority
Leader of the Senate;
(b) Two members of the Assembly, appointed by the Speaker of
the Assembly; and
(c) Five members appointed by the Governor, including,
without limitation:
(1) A representative of the Nevada System of Higher
Education;
(2) A representative of a chamber of commerce or trade
association; and
(3) A representative of the general public who represents
Irish-American communities or interests in this State.
2. After the initial terms, each member of the Commission
serves a term of 2 years. A member of the Commission may be
reappointed.
3. The membership of any member of the Commission who is
a Legislator and who is not a candidate for reelection or who is
defeated for reelection terminates on the day next after the general
election.
4. Any vacancy occurring in the membership