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Administration - Administrative ServicesSynopsis: The Administrative Services Division provides fiscal and administrative support to the divisions of the Department of Administration providing efficient, cost-effective services to state agencies. Principal services include accounts payable, payroll, revenue collection, financial reporting, budgeting, contract administration, and management analysis. In addition, the division provides fiscal services to the Board of Examiners, Office of the Governor, Governor's Mansion, Nuclear Projects, State Energy Office, Civil Air Patrol, Deferred Compensation Committee, Ethics Commission, and the Commission for Women. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.No note
Administration - Budget and PlanningSynopsis: The Director's Office is responsible for developing and presenting a fiscally sound Executive Budget for the Executive Branch of state government that reflects the Governor's goals and provides oversight to state agencies in implementing the legislatively approved budget. Other responsibilities include evaluating policies and providing direction to executive agencies and assisting them in the development of strategic plans and performance measures; monitoring and forecasting state revenues; and providing recommendations and support to the Board of Examiners. Statutory Authority: NRS 353.No note
Administration - Division of Internal AuditsSynopsis: The Division of Internal Audits conducts performance audits to help agencies identify ways to enhance their operational efficiencies and effectiveness. These audits are presented to the Executive Branch Audit Committee. This committee is chaired by the Governor and includes the Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, State Controller, Attorney General, and a representative of the public. The division also assists agencies in maintaining and developing internal controls that prevent and detect fraud, which safeguards assets. The division assists agencies in developing written controls, establishing control guidelines, training staff, and evaluating agency financial practices. Statutory Authority: NRS 353A and 353.090.No note
Administration - Hearings DivisionSynopsis: The Hearings Division is responsible for conducting all hearings in disputed workers compensation cases, Victims of Crime cases, and appeals from state bid awards. In addition, the division conducts hearings via inter-agency agreements for various state agencies. Statutory Authority NRS 616, NRS 217, and NRS 333.No note
Administration - HRM - Human Resource ManagementSynopsis: The mission of the Division of Human Resource Management is to provide exceptional human resource services with integrity, respect, and accountability. Statutory Authority: NRS 284.No note
Administration - HRM - Unemployment CompensationSynopsis: The 1977 Session of the Nevada Legislature extended unemployment insurance protection to most public employees effective January 1, 1978. Payroll centers of those agencies within the payroll system of the Division of Human Resource Management, participate along with elected and judicial officials. The Employment Security Division bills the account quarterly for actual benefits paid that are attributable to the eligible service time in participating agencies. Statutory Authority: NRS 612.No note
Administration - Insurance & Loss PreventionSynopsis: The Risk Management Division provides insurance, claims, safety, loss prevention and risk management consultation services to state agencies and employees. The division's statutory authority is found in NRS 331.182 through 331.188. The required services and programs of the division are described in NRS 616A through 617 inclusive, 618.375, 618.383, 618.385 and 618.395.No note
Administration - IT - Application SupportSynopsis: Enterprise Application Support is responsible for providing cost effective IT solutions for enterprise applications. Tasks span all aspects of system life cycle development for enterprise applications, inlcuding: enterprise customer service, business analysis, and technical support. Database hosting provides technical assistance for state databases. Enterprise web development provides state agencies with website development and support. Statutory authority: NRS 242.No note
Administration - IT - Computer FacilitySynopsis: The Computer Facility consists of the Mainframe Product Support Unit, Mainframe Systems and Storage Unit, Internet Services and Servers Unit and Computer Operations Unit. It provides numerous computer processing services using a variety of systems and technologies and is responsible for managing, operating, and supporting the State Computer Facility and server environments. Staff tasks include computer operations, production services, mainframe systems management, storage management, printing, web application hosting services, server maintenance and hosting, email management and maintenance, and a number of business continuity functions. Statutory authority: NRS 242.No note
Administration - IT - Data Comm & Network EnginSynopsis: The Data Communications and Network Engineering Unit is one of three budget accounts in the Communications Division. This unit is responsible for all tasks related to developing, operating, and maintaining statewide data communications infrastructure. Most of this effort is focused on the Wide Area Network (WAN) termed SilverNet. Also included is maintaining "connectivity with the outside world" such as Internet access for the state and dedicated purpose circuits (e.g., federal program connections). Staff tasks include installing and troubleshooting data circuits; installing, operating and maintaining routers, wireless bridges, firewalls, event logging, and data switches that tie the circuits together; and engineering, analyzing, and troubleshooting the complex WAN itself. Staff supports over 8,500 network nodes representing personal computers, non-intelligent workstations, servers, and network devices (routers, firewalls and switches) in more than 150 locations throughout the state. Customers include all Executive Branch agencies, Constitutional Offices, the Judicial Branch, and to a limited extent the Legislative Branch. Statutory Authority: NRS 242.No note
Administration - IT - Info Tech Consolidation DPSSynopsis: The purpose of the Information Technology Consolidation Department of Public Safety account is to transfer to Enterprise Information Technology Services the funding needed to provide 24x7 technical support, application development, connectivity, and staffing resources for the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and its statewide criminal justice customers. Staff provide common services (telephony, Internet access, email, desktop hardware and software) for DPS employees who are widely distributed throughout the state. In addition, staff provide specialized services to both DPS personnel and 18,500 external customers in county and municipal law enforcement organizations, District Attorney offices, Nevada courts of first impression, parole and probation offices, and both public and private sector customers that initiate and rely on criminal background checks involving submission and comparison of finger print records. Those specialized services are provided through a common interface called Justice Link (JLink) and include access to the Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS), a multi-functional database that allows its many distributed users to track offenders and offenses. NCJIS is the state component of the FBI-managed national Criminal Justice Information System. Access to, and management of, NCJIS must comply with FBI requirements, including, network design and operation as well as information and privacy security requirements.No note
Administration - IT - Network Transport ServicesSynopsis: The Network Transport Services Unit is one of three budget accounts in the Communications Division. This unit, through a combination of microwave, fiber optics, and other wireless technologies, provides transport of communications circuits for federal, state, and local government public safety entities, many of which are responsible for public safety. Network Transport Services also provides large transport circuits for data communications and PBX services to other communications units within Enterprise IT Services, such as SilverNet and PBX Telecommunications, thereby indirectly supporting nearly every state agency. Staff tasks include design and development of backbone communication infrastructure; installation, operation and 24/7 maintenance of microwave and fiber optic communication equipment; troubleshooting complex transport system problems; and maintaining and developing remote communication sites and facilities. Staff is directly responsible for over 600 microwave circuits and transport equipment at over 130 sites that carry public safety traffic over approximately 1,515,000 circuit miles. Network Transport Services communication sites also host other agency communications equipment and antennas on its towers, providing commercial and emergency backup power for their equipment. Statutory Authority: NRS 242 & NRS 233F.No note
Administration - IT - Office of CIOSynopsis: The Enterprise Information Technology Division provides services to coordinate efficient, effective and secure use of information, ensuring the economical use of information systems and personnel. The division provides cost effective enterprise-wide IT solutions and assists state agencies and governing bodies by providing technical information and guidance. The state's Chief Information Officer (CIO) is appointed by the Governor and reports to the Department of Administration Director. The Office of CIO oversees the Enterprise Information Technology Services Divisions' operational units. Statutory Authority: NRS 242.No note
Administration - IT - SecuritySynopsis: The Office of Information Security (OIS) provides leadership and oversight of a comprehensive state information security program consisting of state information security policies and standards, security assessments, security incident response, continuity of operations plans, physical access control solutions, and security awareness training to the Executive Branch of Nevada State Government. The OIS guides and assists state agencies by addressing security issues, planning security solutions, implementing sound security controls, and providing technical security guidance to protect critical state data, networks, and data processing environments. The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) reports to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), chairs the State Information Security Committee and represents the CIO on the Attorney General's Technological Crime Advisory Board and the Public Safety Homeland Security Cyber Terrorism Committee. Statutory authority: NRS 242.No note
Administration - IT - TelecommunicationsSynopsis: The Telecommunications Unit is one of three budget accounts in the Communications Division. This unit is responsible for developing, administering, and maintaining telecommunication services, primarily voice transport, and telephone equipment. This includes a statewide telephone network that integrates state-owned PBX switches and commercial telephone service. Staff tasks include operation and maintenance of PBX switch systems; agency consultation, analysis, and design to meet their telecommunication needs; building wiring design; development, negotiation, and implementation of contract telecommunication services, long distance service, local exchange service, vendor services, and state telephone operator functions. Specific services provided include state phone lines; voice mail; long distance; 800-type toll free service; phone credit cards; work order administration; voice system administration; conference calls and PBX network access. Staff in this budget account support approximately 12,000 telephone users at approximately 275 physical locations in 33 communities. Staff also administer approximately 4,000 telephone credit cards and approximately 300 toll free "800" numbers. Statutory Authority: NRS 242.No note
Administration - Merit Award BoardSynopsis: The Merit Award Program was established in 1967 to recognize state employees for ideas that improve the operation of state government or reduce state expenditures. The Board is comprised of five members: two members of the State of Nevada Employees Association, one member from the Director's Office of the Department of Administration, one member from the Department of Administration, Division of Human Resource Management, and one member appointed by and representing the Governor. Statutory Authority: NRS 285.No note
Administration - Motor PoolSynopsis: The Motor Pool Division provides safe, dependable, and economical transportation solutions for state employees. The division operates a large, modern, and environmentally friendly fleet and focuses on customer service, efficiency, and professionalism. The division's fleet of 800 vehicles are dispersed throughout the state providing agencies short-term and long-term assigned vehicles, maintenance, vehicle acquisition and disposal, registration, fueling, accident management, and twenty-four hour roadside assistance. Statutory Authority: NRS 336No note
Administration - Motor Pool Capital PurchaseSynopsis: The vehicle purchase account serves as a holding account for the accumulation of funds realized from vehicle sales, insurance recoveries from vehicles totaled in accidents, depreciation allowances for fleet replacement, and general fund appropriations used to purchase additional vehicles for agencies' use. Funds for depreciation expense in the division's operating budget, which is budget account 1354, are then transferred to the vehicle purchase budget, budget account 1356, as revenue. Statutory Authority: NRS 336.No note
Administration - NSLA - Archives and RecordsSynopsis: The State Archives and Records Management programs administer comprehensive, cost-effective programs for the creation, maintenance, retention, preservation, and disposition of records of the Executive Branch of state government. Archives and Records program staff offer technical support to the Nevada Supreme Court, Legislative Counsel Bureau, tribal and local governments, and the Nevada System of Higher Education. The State Archives preserves and makes accessible records that document the history, organization and functions of the Nevada state government; its influence and impact on the lives of its people; and protection of their civil rights. The Records Management program prepares records retention schedules, which enables all state agencies to reduce their records storage holdings and the related costs; and operates the State Records Center, providing high-capacity, low-cost, secure storage for over 48,000 cubic feet of inactive official state records. These records may be accessed on demand by state agencies as needed. In addition, the Imaging and Preservation Services (IPS), formerly Micrographics and Imaging program (MIP), provides high-quality digital imaging and microfilm capture of essential government documents at significant savings to client agencies of state and local governments. The program also provides on-site surveys, consultation on appropriate media storage, seamless uploading of digital images directly to client databases and the production of CDs, DVDs, microfiche, and roll film. The program ensures government documents are preserved in accordance with NRS 239.070, 378.255 and 378.280 and provides services for scanning, printing, and storage of large format maps and plans onto either microfiche or roll film. The program develops and duplicates film produced by larger state agencies with their own microfilming staff and assists these agencies in selecting equipment that may be needed for their operations. Statutory Authority: NRS 378.230 through 378.320.No note
Administration - NSLA - CLANSynopsis: The Cooperative Libraries Automated Network (CLAN) is a consortium of all types of libraries and related agencies. The mission of this cooperative network is to develop and enhance library services, and implement and achieve regional library service. The consortium plans, develops, shares, operates, and maintains services for the management of automated library functions for the benefit of the public. The office of the cooperative provides advanced library and technological services to forty-six service locations throughout all seventeen Nevada counties. Statutory Authority: NRS 379.147-379.150 and NRS 277.080-277.180.No note
Administration - NSLA - IPS Equipment/SoftwareSynopsis: The Imaging and Preservation Services (IPS) Eqiupment/Software budget accumulates reserves for equipment replacement needs for the IPS program. IPS is part of budget account 1052, Archives and Records.No note
Administration - NSLA - LiteracySynopsis: The Nevada Literacy Office supports and promotes the efforts of all non-profit state, county, and local literacy programs of instruction for educationally disadvantaged Nevadans across their lifespan. The Literacy Office provides training and resources to adult educators who work in libraries and other agencies or organizations to assure that all residents, including the over 300,000 educationally disadvantaged adults in Nevada, have equitable access to training or referral information and materials. The Literacy Office is designed to serve as a central clearinghouse on literacy issues, materials, and teacher/tutor training statewide. Statutory Authority: NRS 380A.031. The Nevada Literacy Office was eliminated with Legislative approval through A.B. 6, Section 10 (c) effective July 1, 2010. The Development Program of NSLA will be assigned select core programs and projects related to statewide reading programs and the operation of a central clearinghouse for statewide literacy services and information. To meet the core initiatives, the Administrative Assistant position has been transferred to the Development Program (budget account 2891) to provide staff support for select literacy programs. Core initiatives for statewide reading programs (Summer Reading, El Dia de Los Ninos/El Dia de Los Libros; Statewide Library Card Initiative, Nevada Reading Week, and Letters About Literature) and the operation of a clearinghouse for statewide literacy services and information will be provided by Library and Archives Development staff. Statewide training needs that were met by the Literacy Office in the past will either not be provided or provided through contracts with qualified individuals if funding can be obtained. The ability to provide referrals to statewide services or information will be limited. New initiatives focused on health literacy, financial literacy and information literacy will be eliminated resulting in the loss of past investments in staff time and funding.No note
Administration - NSLA - Mail ServicesSynopsis: The Mail Services Section provides mail services to most state agencies in the Carson City, Reno, and Las Vegas areas. Services include pickup, processing and delivery of outgoing mail, overnight, and interoffice mail, which includes overnight interoffice mail service between Carson City and Las Vegas. The United States Postal Service processes and delivers all in-bound mail to the individual agencies on a daily basis. Other services provided in the Carson City, Reno area include folding, inserting, addressing, and bulk mailing. Statutory Authority: NRS 331.No note
Administration - NSLA - Mail Services EquipmentSynopsis: The Mail Services Equipment budget accumulates reserves for equipment replacement needs within the Mail Services Section. Funding is from the Mail Services budget account 1346 through depreciation of existing equipment. Statutory Authority: NRS 331.No note
Administration - NSLA - Nevada State LibrarySynopsis: The State Library and Archives is the institutional memory of the state and is responsible for preserving and developing the state's most valuable assets: its heritage, the collective product of its people, resources, business endeavors, and government. The State Library provides governments, agencies, businesses, libraries, and citizens a full range of information services including: reference, research materials, and support services; library planning and development; and services designed for citizens with disabilities. The State Library and Archives houses the State Data Center, which offers census information statewide. The library functions as a depository of U.S. Government documents. The library operates the State Publications Distribution Center, which distributes official state government documents electronically statewide to ensure Nevada citizens have free access to state government publications. The State Library develops state information policies to ensure equal access to government information is available in all formats. Library development services provide leadership, grants, and other assistance to Nevada's libraries, archives, and literacy communities to improve services for all Nevadans including general consulting; administering funds for improvement of library services; collaborating with local, state and federal agencies to develop and implement programs; and facilitating statewide planning efforts. The Nevada Talking Book Services provides direct library services statewide to individuals who qualify due to visual and/or physical impairments. Statutory Authority: NRS 378.010 through 378.210.No note
Administration - PurchasingSynopsis: The Purchasing Division is responsible for procuring services and obtaining supplies, materials and equipment on behalf of state agencies and local governments in a timely and cost-effective manner. Nevada State Purchasing ensures the procurement process provides an equal opportunity for all vendors to do business with the state. Staff handles state property disposal and maintains an inventory of the state's fixed assets. Statutory Authority: NRS 333 and 334.No note
Administration - Special AppropriationsSynopsis: The Special Appropriations account is used by the Department of Administration, Administrative Services Division to pass through State General Fund Appropriations to other governmental entities and not-for-profit organizations.No note
Administration - SPWD - AdministrationSynopsis: The administrator for the State Public Works Division (SPWD) oversees and manages the legislatively approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and four operational budget accounts: the SPWD Facility and Condition Analysis account, which is responsible for inspecting and evaluating the short and long-term facilities maintenance needs for all state-owned buildings; the SPWD Engineering and Planning account, which manages the implementation of the approved CIP and assumes the building code-related inspection functions for all state-owned buildings; the Buildings and Grounds account, which provides statewide services associated with physical building and grounds maintenance and housekeeping for most state-owned buildings in Carson City, Reno, and Las Vegas; and the Marlette Lake Water System account, which provides a reliable water delivery system for two municipalities. The SPWD administrator provides support to the State Public Works Board, which advises the administrator on the Governor's Recommended Capital Improvement Program. Statutory Authority: NRS 338, 341, 393 and 444.No note
Administration - SPWD - Buildings & GroundsSynopsis: The Buildings and Grounds section of the State Public Works Division (SPWD) provides physical building and grounds maintenance and housekeeping for most state-owned buildings in Carson City, Reno, and Las Vegas. Services are provided by division staff and contracted vendors ranging from general janitorial and maintenance to minor remodeling. The agency also provides office space for agencies in state-owned buildings and when not available, locates and negotiates leases in privately owned buildings. Additionally, the agency provides administrative oversight of the Marlette Lake Water System. The division also funds the Capitol Police section of the Department of Public Safety which provides building security for the Capitol Complex in Carson City and the Grant Sawyer Building in Las Vegas. Statutory Authority: NRS 331.No note
Administration - SPWD - Engineering and PlanningSynopsis: The administrator for the State Public Works Division (SPWD) oversees and manages the legislatively approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and four operational budget accounts: the SPWD Facility and Condition Analysis account, which is responsible for inspecting and evaluating the short and long-term facilities maintenance needs for all state-owned buildings; the SPWD Engineering and Planning account, which manages the implementation of the approved CIP and assumes the building code-related inspection functions for all state-owned buildings; the Buildings and Grounds account, which provides statewide services associated with physical building and grounds maintenance and housekeeping for most state-owned buildings in Carson City, Reno, and Las Vegas; and the Marlette Lake Water System account, which provides a reliable water delivery system for two municipalities. The SPWD administrator provides support to the State Public Works Board, which advises the administrator on the Governor's Recommended Capital Improvement Program. Statutory Authority: NRS 338, 341, 393 and 444.No note
Administration - SPWD - Facility Cond & AnalysisSynopsis: The State Public Works Division's (SPWD) Facility and Condition Analysis account is responsible for inspecting and evaluating the short and long-term facilities maintenance needs for all state-owned buildings. This section of the SPWD performs physical inspections of all state buildings to identify and quantify the state potential fiscal obligation and projected inventory of deferred maintenance. The Facilities Condition and Analysis group attempts to inspect and evaluate every state building on a three year cycle, but also works with state agencies to identify, evaluate and document immediate facility condition issues and concerns. The Facilities Condition and Analysis group creates and makes reports and recommendations available to state agency heads, the SPWD Administrator, the Legislature through the Legislative Counsel Bureau and the Budget Office. Statutory Authority: NRS 338, 341, 393 and 444.No note
Administration - SPWD - Marlette LakeSynopsis: The Marlette Lake Water System was authorized for purchase by the 1963 session of the Nevada Legislature from the Curtiss-Wright Corporation at a cost of $1,650,000. The State Public Works Division of the Department of Administration administers the system. The adjoining lands are administered and controlled by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The major objectives of this system are to preserve and protect the sources of water, provide adequate supplies of water to the areas served, maintain the system in a condition calculated to assure dependable supplies of water, and sell water under equitable and fiscally sound contractual arrangements. This system is funded from water sales to Carson City and Storey County. Statutory Authority: NRS 331.160.No note
Administration - Victims of CrimeSynopsis: The Victims of Crime Program (VOCP) provides financial assistance to qualified Nevada residents, U.S. citizens, or others entitled to reside in the U.S., who sustained injuries in a violent crime committed in Nevada. The VOCP pays hospital bills, medical and dental treatment, mental health counseling, lost wages, funeral costs and other crime related expenses. Program revenues are derived from fines and penalties imposed by the courts in criminal proceedings. Statutory Authority: NRS 217.010.No note
Administrative Office of the CourtsSynopsis: The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) serves as the Office of the Court Administrator pursuant to NRS 1.320 and is responsible for carrying out the duties prescribed in this statute under the direction of the Supreme Court. The AOC provides administrative support to the Supreme Court and judicial programs in the form of budget development, financial oversight, accounting, audits, personnel, payroll, and information technology. The budget is funded by administrative assessments collected pursuant to NRS 176.059.No note
AG - Administrative FundSynopsis: Established by the Constitution of Nevada, the Office of the Attorney General is responsible for providing legal services to the Executive Branch of state government. The Attorney General's responsibility is also to the citizens of the State, and as an independent constitutional officer, the Attorney General must ensure the law is being administered fairly and correctly. As the state's chief law enforcement officer, the Attorney General represents the people of Nevada before trial and appellate courts of Nevada and the United States in criminal and civil matters; serves as legal counsel to state officers, most boards, commissions and departments; and assists the seventeen district attorneys of the state. Constitutional Authority: Article 5, Section 19 of the Nevada Constitution. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 228.No note
AG - Attorney General Tort Claim FundSynopsis: The Tort Claim Fund is established to pay claims, including those pursuant to NRS 41.0349 and 41.037. Typical claims include automobile accidents, injuries on the state's premises or highways, and damages claimed for violation of the civil rights of convicts, state employees or the general population. The potential vehicle and general liability for the Tort Claim Fund for the biennium is calculated by an independent actuary every two years. The Tort Claim Fund is an internal service fund financed by assessments on state agencies based on the number of participating vehicles and positions. Statutory Authority: NRS 331.187.No note
AG - Consumer AdvocateSynopsis: The Bureau of Consumer Protection (BCP), headed by the State Consumers' Advocate, provides professional representation and progressive advocacy for the consumers who use regulated electricity, natural gas, water, and telecommunication services. The BCP also serves to protect Nevada consumers from unfair/deceptive trade practices and telemarketing fraud through civil enforcement. Statutory Authority: NRS 228.300-.390; NRS Chapters 598, 598A and 599B.No note
AG - Council for Prosecuting AttorneysSynopsis: The mission of the Advisory Council for Prosecuting Attorneys is to develop and implement a training program for prosecutors in the state; to coordinate the development of policies for conducting criminal and civil prosecutions; and to coordinate proposed legislation for submission to the Legislature. Statutory Authority: NRS 214A.010 to NRS 214Aa.090. In 2001, the Legislature enacted AB 548, which authorizes the Advisory Council for Prosecuting Attorneys to be funded with Administrative Assessments. See NRS 176.059. In addition, the Council is authorized to receive grant funding pursuant to NRS 241A.090.No note
AG - Crime PreventionSynopsis: The mission of the Crime Prevention/Missing Children Unit is to assist in locating missing children and to protect children from exploitation. The unit operates as a center for public education of state and federal laws pertaining to missing, exploited and victimized children. This unit provides assistance in judiciary education to law enforcement agencies. Statutory authority: NRS 432.150-220. This budget is supported by the General Fund and fees generated by the sale of the missing children license plates.No note
AG - Extradition CoordinatorSynopsis: The Federal Uniform Criminal Extradition Act (UCEA) requires governors of each state to return any person charged in another state with treason, a felony, or any other crime, and who has fled from justice and is subsequently apprehended and returned to the state in which the crime was committed. The Interstate Agreement on Detainers (IAD) covers inmates who are imprisoned in another state penal institution and wanted by the demanding state to stand trial on criminal charges. The Extradition Coordinator, who also serves as Nevada's Agreement Administrator, is responsible for ensuring the ends of justice are promoted by effectuating the return and/or temporary transfer of fugitives who have taken asylum in this State to the requesting states; effectuating the return and/or temporary transfer to Nevada of fugitives who have taken asylum in other states within the statutorily prescribed methods, procedures and time limits; recovering the monetary costs to which the State is entitled by virtue of this undertaking; and providing high quality continuing legal education on all aspects of extradition and detainer laws. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapters 178 and 179.No note
AG - Medicaid FraudSynopsis: The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) is responsible for investigating and prosecuting the medical provider fraud in the Nevada Medicaid Program; neglect or abuse of patients in Medicaid-funded medical facilities; and misappropriation of patient trust funds at medical facilities receiving Medicaid funding. The MFCU jurisdiction was extended by act of Congress in 1999 to allow investigation of fraud in all federally-funded health care programs and to investigate resident abuse or neglect in non-Medicaid-funded board and care facilities. (42 U.S.C. 1396b(q)). In addition to criminal prosecutions, the MFCU may also seek civil monetary penalties as set forth in NRS 422.580. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapters 228 and 422.No note
AG - National Settlement AdministrationSynopsis: The National Settlement Administration (NSA), headed by the State Consumers' Advocate, provides professional representation and progressive advocacy for the consumers specific to mortgage fraud.No note
AG - Special FundSynopsis: The Attorney General Special Litigation Fund was established to pay expenses directly related to investigation, preparation, prosecution, and defense of suits unknown at the time of budget preparation. Certain expenses are reimbursable by other state or county agencies. The Nuclear Waste Litigation Category covers any costs of litigation against the United States. The General Fund supports the General Litigation Category and the state portion of Nuclear Waste litigation. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 228. The Litigation Division, directed by the Solicitor General, is responsible for managing all of the litigation in the Office of the Attorney General. The nature of litigation is such that the number, complexity, and cost of cases cannot be predicted. The Solicitor General monitors all litigation and discovery costs. This account pays for the depositions, independent medical examinations, expert testimony, and witness testimony required for a proper defense in many of these cases. The Construction Law Counsel represents the Public Works Board. The Construction Law Counsel maintains a part-time office at the Public Works Board offices and works closely with them to negotiate and administer contracts; develop regulations, policies and procedures; and coordinates with local government and state agencies. The Construction Law Counsel also works closely with staff to provide early intervention on potential disputes to promote early resolution where appropriate to avoid costly litigation.No note
AG - Victims of Domestic ViolenceSynopsis: The Victims of Domestic Violence budget encompasses programs relating to domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, batterer treatment, and the Office of Ombudsman for Domestic Violence. The Domestic Violence Ombudsman, in conjunction with the Batterer's Certification Committee, is responsible for standardizing and overseeing the treatment of domestic violence offenders as well as assisting in the statewide coordination of domestic violence services and training. The purpose of the Office of Ombudsman is to prepare reports relating to victims of domestic violence, provide necessary assistance to victims and provide education to the public related to domestic violence, including prevention assistance available to victims and treatment available for persons who commit domestic violence. The Ombudsman administers the account for district court assessments collected as a result of domestic violence convictions. The district court assessment monies can be utilized to assist in training law enforcement, prosecutors, the judiciary, and the general public in the area of domestic violence. District court assessments also support the Committee on Domestic Violence activities and have been partially used in previous years to support the Ombudsman position itself. The purpose of the Batterer's Certification Committee is to adopt regulations to evaluate, certify, and monitor programs that treat persons who commit domestic violence; review and evaluate existing domestic violence training programs provided to peace officers; and make recommendations to the Commission on Peace Officers' Standard and Training. Statutory Authority: NRS 228.440 and 228.470.No note
AG - Violence Against Women GrantsSynopsis: The Violence Against Women Grants account was created to simplify the accounting for violence against women grants. In state fiscal year 2008, the Office of the Attorney General received two grants originating out of the Office on Violence Against Women. The STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant (STOP Revenue General Ledger 3580) and the Sex Assault Services Program Grant (SASP) is awarded to the state annually and is calculated on a population-based formula. The State's award is then passed down to governmental and non-profit agencies for projects that fall within the federal purpose areas and state priority areas. This award supports law enforcement and prosecution projects, victim services programs, and courts programs addressing domestic, sexual, or dating violence and/or stalking. The second award is a discretionary, competitive grant. The Grants to Encourage Arrest Policies Program (GEAP - Revenue General Ledger 3581) was first awarded to the office in 1997. Since that time, the Office of the Attorney General has received four supplemental, continuation and new awards under that program. Qualifying projects are administered with the help of other agencies and contractors.No note
AG - Workers' Comp FraudSynopsis: The Workers' Compensation Fraud Unit (WCFU) is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all workers' compensation fraud committed in the State of Nevada by employers, employees (claimants) or medical providers against companies providing insurance and any of Nevada's self-insured employers. The WCFU is also the sole government agency responsible for prosecuting any fraud committed in the administration of workers' compensation. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapters 228 and 616D. The Insurance Fraud Unit (IFU) has the primary statutory responsibility to criminally prosecute those who make, or assist someone else in making, material misrepresentations on applications for insurance, and/or submit false claims for benefits with private insurance companies. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapters 228.412 and 686A.2815.No note
AGRI - AdministrationSynopsis: This agency provides oversight and guidance to all programs and activities within the Department of Agriculture. The Board of Agriculture, consisting of eleven members representing various aspects of agricultural and related industries, sets policy for the department. The director then administers policy. The account also provides accounting, payroll, personnel, fiscal, planning, and other support services to the department. Statutory Authority: NRS 561.No note
AGRI - Agriculture Registration/EnforcementSynopsis: The Agricultural Registration and Enforcement account supports the registration, inspection sampling, and laboratory analysis of fertilizers, antifreeze, and pesticide products offered for sale. Under an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) cooperative enforcement agreement, the program also provides pesticide product inspection at the retail level and monitors the application of pesticides. Also enforced under the agreement are the EPA groundwater protection, worker protection, and endangered species protection programs. Another grant is received from the EPA for the certification and training of restricted use pesticide applicators. This budget also houses the pesticide application operator licensing program and the nursery licensing program. Statutory Authority: NRS 561 State Department of Agriculture, NRS 586 Pesticides; Dangerous Caustic or Corrosive Substances, NRS 588 Commercial Fertilizers and Agricultural Minerals, and NRS 590 Motor Vehicle Fuel, Petroleum Products and Antifreeze.No note
AGRI - Commodity Food ProgSynopsis: The Food Distribution program provides United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) commodity foods to schools, senior centers, Indian Reservations, food banks, and other eligible agencies and individuals in Nevada. The program also provides food packages to women, infants, and children. Low income senior citizens may also obtain food packages and coupons to buy fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers markets. The food distribution program serves approximately 210 agencies and ten Indian Reservations throughout the state. Statutory Authority: NRS 333 and Federal Regulations 7CFR part 247, 249 and 250-253.No note
AGRI - Dairy CommissionSynopsis: The Dairy Commission is dedicated to assuring the availability of wholesome, nutritious dairy products and to promoting a business climate that is economically viable for those who produce, process, and market dairy products in our state.No note
AGRI - Gas Pollution StandardsSynopsis: State law mandates that the Nevada Board of Agriculture adopt standards relating to fuel used in internal combustion engines and to test fuel against acceptable standards to ensure clean burning, high quality motor fuel. In order to enforce these standards, the agency conducts fuel sampling throughout the state. Weights and Measures inspectors then investigate any possible violations for submittal to the Board of Agriculture. Statutory Authority: NRS 590.010 through NRS 590.150.No note
AGRI - Grade & Certification of AG ProductsSynopsis: The Grade and Certification Account supports the registration, inspection, and certification activities for a variety of grower and USDA programs. Seed fields, primarily garlic and alfalfa, are inspected and certified to meet specific standards. Potatoes and onions are inspected and assigned a USDA grade at the shipping point. Passengers, cargo, and other material arriving on foreign flights are inspected under a contract with the USDA. Hay and other agricultural products are inspected to enable shipment to foreign countries. The weed-free forage certification program is also in this account. Shell eggs are inspected and graded according to USDA standards. The Nevada Certified Organic program is also located in this account. Statutory Authority: NRS 554 Quarantines of Agricultural Commodities; NRS 555 Control of Insects, Pests and Noxious Weeds; NRS 561 State Department of Agriculture; NRS 587 Agricultural Products and Seeds.No note
AGRI - Livestock InspectionSynopsis: The Division of Livestock Inspection is responsible by statute for protecting livestock owners from theft or loss of livestock, introduction of diseased animals, and unfair business practices. This is accomplished by enforcing the mandated statutes of inspection and registration of brands; returning estrays; and the licensing of livestock and agricultural dealers, agents, buyers, and public sale yards. The division also investigates livestock thefts and enforces all livestock laws with a road interdiction program to prevent the ingress/egress of livestock that have not met the mandated requirements of both animal health and livestock identification. Ultimately the division protects major food sources within the State of Nevada. Additionally, the Division of Livestock provides certified Peace Officers whose function is to enforce all livestock laws and animal health requirements with the road interdiction program in the absence of permanent ports of entry at Nevada border crossings. We cooperate with other states to help with the enforcement of their livestock laws. Statutory Authority: NRS 561, 564, 565, 575, 571, 554, and 587.No note
AGRI - Mormon Cricket & GrasshoppersSynopsis: This account contains activities related to the survey, suppression, and control of Mormon Crickets and Rangeland Grasshoppers on public and private lands. Funding is provided by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), and supports seasonal positions and related operations and equipment.No note
AGRI - Nutrition Education ProgramsSynopsis: The National School Lunch Act of 1946 and the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 allot federal funds to Nevada for the nutrition programs. The federal allotment for each program sponsor is based on a formula that may consider meal costs or budgets, the number of individuals served, and the income level of those individuals. Sponsors are reimbursed monthly at a unit cost for each meal/milk served. The state funding is used to meet the state maintenance of effort (MOE) and match requirements. The required state match is included in the Distributive School Account, budget account 2610. This budget also provides the funding needed to administer these programs, including processing payments, monitoring services provided by the program sponsors, and providing technical assistance and professional development to the sponsors. Authority: P.L. 79-396; CFDA #'s: 10.550, Food Distribution; 10.553, School Breakfast Program; 10.555, National School Lunch Program; 10.556, Special Milk Program for Children; 10.558, Child and Adult Care Food Program; 10.559, Summer Food Service Program for Children; 10.560, State Administrative Expenses for Child Nutrition.No note
AGRI - Pest, Plant Disease Noxious Weed ControlSynopsis: The Pest, Plant Disease, and Weed Control Program provides for the survey and control of species that cause detrimental economic, environmental, and public health effects. Statutory Authority: NRS 554 Quarantine of Agricultural Commodities; NRS 555 Control of Insects, Pests and Noxious Weeds; NRS 561 State Department of Agriculture, and NRS 587 Agricultural Products and Seeds.No note
AGRI - Plant Health & Quarantine ServicesSynopsis: The Plant Industry Division is directed by statute to detect, eradicate, and prevent entry into the state invertebrate and vertebrate pests of plants, plant diseases, physiological plant disorders, and noxious weeds, for the protection of crops, livestock, public health, wildlife, water quality, and beneficial uses of land in the State of Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 554 Quarantine of Agricultural Commodities; NRS 555 Control of Insects, Pests and Noxious Weeds; NRS 561 State Department of Agriculture, and NRS 587 Agricultural Products and Seeds.No note
AGRI - Predatory Animal & Rodent ControlSynopsis: NRS 567.010-090 authorizes the State Predatory Animal and Rodent Committee (PARC) to cooperate with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for the control of predatory animals, crop-destroying birds, and rodents within the State of Nevada. PARC (state) and the USDA (federal) collectively form the Nevada Wildlife Services Program (WS). The Nevada WS Program also works cooperatively with the Nevada Department of Wildlife to conduct predation damage management projects to protect Nevada's natural resources such as mule deer, sage grouse, and bighorn sheep and helps protect the public from large predators such as mountain lions, black bears, or coyotes. The mission of the Nevada WS program is to provide leadership in managing problems caused by wildlife. Wildlife Services recognizes that wildlife is an important public resource greatly valued by the people of Nevada. By its very nature, however, wildlife is a highly dynamic and mobile resource that can damage agricultural and industrial resources, pose risks to human health and safety, and affect other natural resources. The program carries out the state and federal responsibility for helping to solve problems that occur when human activity and wildlife are in conflict with one another. Statutory Authority: The Animal Damage Control Act of March 2, 1931, as amended (46 Stat. 1486; 7 U.S.C. 426-426b) and the Rural Development, Agriculture and related agencies Appropriation Act, 1988 (P.L. 100-202) authorizes the USDA's Wildlife Services program to form cooperative programs with state agencies.No note
AGRI - Veterinary Medical ServicesSynopsis: The Veterinary Medical Services account is responsible for the implementation of regulatory veterinary programs and disease surveillance programs. The agency establishes protective health requirements for domestic and wild animals moving into and within the state; monitors regulatory compliance; tests specimens and animals for diseases of economic and public health significance; and conducts animal disease surveillance for known and emerging diseases in domestic and wild animals. Statutory Authority: NRS 561, 571, 576, and NAC 441A.No note
AGRI - Weights, Measures and StandardsSynopsis: The powers and duties of the Weights, Measures & Standards program are mandated in NRS Chapters 581, 582, and 590. The state sealer of Weights, Measures & Standards, the Department Director, is directed to license, test, and deem correct all commercially used weighing and measuring devices. The agency obtains samples of motor fuels and delivers them to the petroleum chemists for analysis. If any violations are noted in the device inspections, packaging, scanners, or motor fuel, the inspectors take regulatory action to obtain compliance. The agency also maintains the metrology lab which houses the state standards for mass, length, and volume. The metrologist certifies the field standards used by Weights, Measures & Standards inspectors and registered service agents. Public weigh masters certify weight information for a fee and require a license as specified by the agency. The agency inspects scales and audits weigh tickets for compliance per NRS Chapter 582. The inspection of the advertising and labeling of motor fuel dispensers, storage tanks, and quality of the fuels is covered in the petroleum act as cited in NRS Chapter 590. The responsibility of this agency also includes the inspection of packaged goods to determine whether the stated amounts, sizes, pricing, etc. are correct. Additionally, state law mandates the adoption of standards relating to fuel used in internal combustion engines and to test fuel against acceptable standards to ensure clean burning, high quality motor fuel. In order to enforce these standards, fuel sampling is conducted throughout the state. Inspectors then investigate any possible violations. Statutory Authority: NRS 590.010 through NRS 590.150.No note
B&I - Athletic CommissionSynopsis: The Athletic 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, and matchmakers. 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, kick boxing 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.No note
B&I - Business and Industry AdministrationSynopsis: The Director is responsible for the administration of all of the provisions of law relating to the jurisdiction, duties, and functions of the fourteen divisions of the Department of Business and Industry. The office will establish or approve divisional goals, objectives, and priorities; oversee the carrying out of statutory responsibilities; establish uniform policies and procedures; provide for coordination between divisional programs and business processes within the department; approve division budgets, legislative proposals, contracts, agreements, and provide oversight of the staff development functions to encourage the achievement of department objectives and the development of new ideas and approaches that encourage teamwork, professionalism and increased productivity. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.520 and 232.522.No note
B&I - Captive InsurersSynopsis: A captive insurer is an insurance company established and owned by a parent firm in order to insure its loss exposures while reducing premium costs, providing easier access to a reinsurer, and perhaps easing tax burdens. A risk retention group (RRG) and risk purchasing group (RPG) are similar insurers, owned by their members or purchase insurance as a group, respectively by virtue of federal law. The captive insurer section's budget was established by the 1999 Legislative Session. All fees and assessments received by the division pursuant to NRS 694C must be credited to the account. In addition, 25 percent of the premium tax imposed under NRS 694C.450 must be deposited for the regulation and supervision of captive insurers. Of that 25 percent, 2 percent is paid to the Commission on Economic Development for promotional services. At the end of each fiscal year, that portion of the balance in the account that exceeds $500,000 must be transferred to the state General Fund. Statutory Authority: NRS 694C and 695E.No note
B&I - Common Interest CommunitiesSynopsis: The Common-Interest Communities program assists and educates boards and owners who live within common-interest communities to understand and properly apply laws. The program also assists in resolving disputes within homeowner associations by attempting to facilitate resolution through the ombudsman's conferencing program and by investigating unresolved issues though the Compliance Section of the program. The Alternative Dispute Resolution program under NRS 38 is facilitated through the Office of the Ombudsman. The seven-member Commission for Common-Interest Communities and Condominium Hotels was created in 2003 to conduct disciplinary hearings, adopt regulations, and act in an advisory capacity for the program. Statutory Authority: NRS 38.300 through 38.360; NRS 116.600 through NRS 116.795; NRS 116A.200 through NRS 116A.470; NRS 116B.870 through NRS 116B.915.No note
B&I - Consumer Affairs Recovery FundSynopsis: This account was closed pursuant to the passage of Assembly Bill 561 of the 2009 Legislative Session and signed by the Governor on June 8, 2009.No note
B&I - Employee Management Relations BoardSynopsis: The Local Government Employee-Management Relations Board (EMRB) was created by the Local Government Employee Management Relations Act of 1969 (NRS 288) to provide for collective bargaining between local government employers and the organizations representing their employees and, as necessary, to hear and decide disputes arising out of the interpretation of NRS 288. The board has jurisdiction over 75 city, county, school, hospital, and special district employers engaged in collective bargaining with employee organizations representing 213 bargaining units and involving in excess of 72,000 employees.No note
B&I - Financial InstitutionsSynopsis: The Financial Institutions Division maintains a safe and sound financial institutions system that promotes a conducive business environment, protects consumers and defends the public interest through the efficient, effective and equitable licensing, examination and enforcement of depository, lending, debt collection, and money transmission activities. Statutory Authority: NRS 604A, 645G, 649, 657-668, 669, 670, 670A, 671, 673, 675, 676, 677, and 678.No note
B&I - Financial Institutions AuditSynopsis: The Financial Institutions Audit Program is responsible for conducting independent audits of division licensees, upon request of the commissioner. The program also reviews annual financial information provided by existing licensees and for applicants for new licenses. Statutory Authority NRS 658.055.No note
B&I - Financial Institutions InvestigationsSynopsis: This account covers costs associated with the investigation of new applicants, regulatory action against licensees and unlicensed activities, and related contracts for outside investigative matters. The account acts as a contingency for costs associated with unexpected events. Statutory Authority: NRS 658.No note
B&I - Housing DivisionSynopsis: The Housing Division assists and encourages the private sector and other governmental entities in the financing, creation and maintenance of affordable housing throughout the state. Statutory Authority: NRS 319.No note
B&I - Industrial Development BondsSynopsis: The Director's Office administers bond programs to include the Industrial Development Revenue Bond program to improve access to capital and promote business development and expansion in the state. The Director also is responsible for the allocation of bonding authority (known as Volume Cap) between competing state and local interests. Fees from this program are used for the development or enhancement of programs within the department as mandated under NRS 232.522.No note
B&I - Industrial RelationsSynopsis: The Industrial Relations Division consists of the Administrator's Office, the Workers' Compensation Section (WCS), and the Legal Section. The WCS regulates Nevada's workers' compensation programs to ensure that injured workers receive timely and accurate delivery of wage loss compensation, physical impairment compensation, medical compensation, and rehabilitation benefits through a comprehensive program of training, auditing, investigation, and enforcement. The WCS is also responsible for the regulation of self-insured employers, associations of public and private self-insured employers, private workers' compensation carriers, third party administrators, managed care organizations, and health care providers. The WCS Compliance Unit enforces the statutory requirement that all employers with one or more employees maintain a policy of workers' compensation. In a non-regulatory capacity WCS oversees the administration of uninsured claims.No note
B&I - Insurance Cost StabilizationSynopsis: The Insurance Cost Stabilization develops methods of stabilizing prices for property and casualty insurance, encourages competition, ensures adequate insurance is provided at reasonable rates, sets financial standards for insurance companies, ensures the financial solvency of insurers, and reviews rates. The division must make this information available to the public and must present a report of findings to the Legislature. Statutory Authority: NRS 679B.450.No note
B&I - Insurance Education & ResearchSynopsis: The Insurance Education and Research account was established to fund: insurance education and research; consumer and producer education; and staff training and professional development for the Insurance Division. The budget also funds projects to educate the general public, insurance companies, licensees, and legislators through various publications such as newsletters, bulletins, guides, and public education multi-media campaigns. Statutory Authority: NRS 679B.305.No note
B&I - Insurance ExaminersSynopsis: The Insurance Examination Fund was established pursuant to NRS 679B.300 to provide for the examination of the affairs, transaction accounts, records, and assets of each authorized insurer. Each authorized insurer is examined not less than every five years and each insurer applying for an initial certificate of authority is examined. Examinations are of financial or market conduct and the examined company pays the cost of the examination plus an administrative fee designed to defray expenses incurred by the division. Statutory Authority: NRS 679B.230 - 679B.300.No note
B&I - Insurance RecoverySynopsis: The Insurance Recovery Fund was created to provide a means of partially satisfying claims against persons licensed under NRS 683A-Persons Involved in Sale or Administration of Insurance, 684A-Adjusters, 685A-Nonadmitted Insurance and 692A-Title Insurance, by replacing the bonding requirements for brokers, surplus lines brokers and adjusters. Statutory Authority: NRS679B.305No note
B&I - Insurance RegulationSynopsis: The Insurance Division is charged with protecting the rights of the consumer, the public's interest in dealings with the insurance industry, and is responsible under Title 57 of the NRS for regulation of the insurance industry. The division regulates and licenses insurance producers and other professionals; sets ethical and financial standards for insurance companies; and reviews rates. The division also reviews programs operated by self-insured employers for worker's compensation. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.805 - 232.840, 449, 452, 616A-616D, 617 and Title 57.No note
B&I - Labor CommissionerSynopsis: MISSION As the principal labor and industrial relations regulatory agency, the mission of the Office of the Labor Commissioner is to enforce all labor and industrial relations laws of the State of Nevada, to protect the interest of working families, and to provide for the fair and lawful conduct of commerce by Nevada. STATUTORY MANDATES NRS 607, 608, 609, 610, 611, 613, 614, and 338.No note
B&I - Low Income Housing Trust FundSynopsis: The Low Income Housing Trust Fund assists and encourages the private sector and other governmental entities in creating and maintaining affordable housing throughout the state and serves as the main source of matching funds for federal housing programs. This program supports bricks and mortar initiatives or rental assistance for families whose incomes fall at or below sixty percent of median income. Additionally, the fund provides down payment assistance for first time home buyers. Statutory Authority: NRS 319.500.No note
B&I - Manufactured HousingSynopsis: The Manufactured Housing Division's principal responsibility is to ensure that manufactured homes, mobile homes, travel trailers, commercial coaches, manufactured buildings, and modular components are constructed and installed in a manner which provides reasonable safety and protection to owners and consumers (NRS 489). The division licenses the various professionals including manufacturers, dealers, responsible managing employees, salespersons, general servicemen, and specialty servicemen (NRS 489). The division investigates consumer complaints against licensees on service and products, including manufacturer home warranty issues. The division maintains mobile and manufactured home title records, issues certificates of ownership, and conversions to real property, and property liens (NRS 489). Revenue for this budget is generated by user fees including licensing fees to industry professionals, fees charged for issuance of certificates of ownership, liens, conversions to real property and title searches. The division also receives revenues from the installation and safety seals for inspections of mobile and manufactured homes, commercial coaches, and factory-built housing, manufacturing, construction and/or modification plan review, and non-grant federal (H.U.D) funds.No note
B&I - Mfg Housing Education/RecoverySynopsis: The Manufactured Housing Education and Recovery Program administers, monitors, and maintains educational and training programs for the manufactured housing industry. The recovery fund is used to compensate consumers who incur losses based on the actions of individuals and/or businesses licensed by the division. Payments are made through the recovery of court ordered payments to consumers in legal actions against licensees for fraud, misrepresentation, or deceit. The revenue source for this budget comes from a portion of the licensing fees paid to the division by industry professionals. Statutory Authority: NRS 489.4979 and 489.4971.No note
B&I - Mine Safety & TrainingSynopsis: The Mine Safety and Training Section (MSATS) provides mine inspection, technical assistance, consultation, and safety training to protect Nevada's miners pursuant to the Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 512. The section's mission is to reduce the frequency of accidents, reduce the severity of accidents, and assist Nevada's mining industry in complying with state and federal standards. Statutory Authority: NRS 512.No note
B&I - Mobile Home Lot Rent SubsidySynopsis: The Lot Rent Subsidy program provides financial aid to qualifying low-income mobile home park residents by paying up to 20 percent of their monthly space rent, not to exceed $100.00. To qualify for assistance, an eligible applicant must meet requirements such as residency and income. The sole source of revenue for this program is the mobile home trust fund fees that the division collects annually from the manufactured and mobile home communities in Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 118B.211.No note
B&I - Mobile Home ParksSynopsis: The Landlord/Tenant program handles complaints and disputes between the landlord/owner and the tenants who rent space but own their own manufactured home. Complaints range from improper eviction notices, violation of park rules and regulations, unequal enforcement of park rules, and lease agreements. The program is supported by annual fees paid by the park owners per NRS 118B.185. Fees are collected based on the number of spaces in the park at $5.00 per space, less spaces with park-owned homes.No note
B&I - Mortgage LendingSynopsis: The Division of Mortgage Lending licenses and regulates mortgage brokers, agents, bankers, escrow agencies, and covered service providers. Through examinations of licensees, investigations of consumer complaints, and actions taken to curtail unlicensed activity, the division safeguards public interests and promotes professionalism, education, and ethics in the mortgage lending and escrow industries. NRS 645A, 645B, 645E, 645F.No note
B&I - Nat. Assoc. of Insurance CommissionersSynopsis: The National Association of Insurance Commissioners account provides funding to assist the Insurance Division with the costs necessary to communicate and participate in insurance issues on a national level with insurance officials from other states, provinces, or countries. As a member of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), state representatives are assigned to various committees and task forces for the purposes of resolving insurance problems affecting many states and developing uniform model laws and regulations. The fund helps pay for the reasonable and necessary travel and related expenses incurred by state staff to attend association meetings as well as staff training associated with national accreditation standards. Statutory Authority: NRS 680B.070.No note
B&I - NV Attorney for Injured WorkersSynopsis: Nevada Attorney for Injured Workers (NAIW) represents injured workers in the Nevada workers' compensation litigation system to ensure their equal opportunity to fair hearings of their cases and to achieve the benefits to which they are entitled. NAIW also provides free access to accurate information regarding Nevada's workers' compensation law and procedure. While performing these tasks, NAIW efficiently and cost-effectively manages its business/strategic plan, encouraging the growth and personal development, equal opportunity, individual rights, and safety of its employees. Statutory Authority: NRS 616A.435 - 616A.465.No note
B&I - Occupational Safety & Health EnforcementSynopsis: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enforces occupational safety and health standards promulgated under the Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Act. OSHA ensures the safe and healthy working environments for Nevada employees by conducting workplace inspections and investigations. OSHA staff investigate employee safety and health complaints, employee discrimination complaints, and industrial accidents. Boiler, elevators, pressure vessels, and all other related equipment are inspected by the mechanical staff.No note
B&I - Real Estate AdministrationSynopsis: The Nevada Real Estate Division safeguards and promotes the public interest in real estate transactions by developing an informed public and a professional real estate industry. The division carries out the statutory duties of administration and enforcement of laws and regulations governing real estate licensees, appraisers of real estate, appraisal management companies, community managers for homeowner associations, timeshare agents and representatives, property managers, asset management companies and asset managers for real property before a foreclosure sale or in preparation for liquidation of real property pursuant to a foreclosure sale, inspectors of structures, energy auditors, and business brokers. In addition, the division registers and regulates the sale of subdivided land, timeshare development and sales, campground sales, reserve study specialists, and common-interest communities and condominium hotels. Statutory Authority: NRS 119.114; NRS119A.652 and .660; NRS119B.380; NRS116.615; NRS 116A.200; NRS 116B.805; NRS 645.045; NRS 645C.170; NRS 645D.110, and 645H.280.No note
B&I - Real Estate Education and ResearchSynopsis: The real estate education and research program promotes and ensures awareness of relevant laws and practices required of real estate licensees, and provides information to the public regarding laws, requirements of licensees, and all parties in a real estate transaction. The program also prepares and distributes statutorily mandated disclosure information to both sellers and buyers in residential real estate transactions. The duties and mission of the real estate education and research program are accomplished through publication of printed materials, proactive oversight of real estate education offerings to licensees, the division website, public information initiatives, contracted education programs, and research contracts. This program processes pre-licensing, post-licensing, and continuing education courses in order to assure the highest standard quality of education for licensees; conducts audits of approved courses; develops educational programs; and provides immediate accessibility for licensees and the public to division forms and information through internet access. Statutory Authority: NRS 645.842.No note
B&I - Real Estate Recovery AccountSynopsis: The Real Estate Recovery Fund is statutorily authorized in NRS 645.841 as a special revenue fund. The fund is to be used for satisfying claims against persons licensed under NRS 645.No note
B&I - Safety Consultation and TrainingSynopsis: The Safety Consultation and Training Section (SCATS) assists Nevada's employers to develop and implement effective safety and health programs and reduce workplace hazards by identifying unsafe or unhealthy working conditions through on-site safety and health consultations. Additionally, SCATS offers formal classroom safety and health regulatory awareness training sessions for employers and employees, and provides informational services and technical advice. The primary goal of SCATS is to strive to ensure Nevada workers are provided with safe and healthy working conditions. Statutory Authority: NRS 618.No note
B&I - Self Insured - Workers CompensationSynopsis: The Self-Insured Workers Compensation Program establishes requirements for self-insured employers and regulate the self-insured programs. NRS 616B.300 provides that qualified employers and groups of employers may self-insure their workers' compensation programs for industrial insurance and occupational diseases in lieu of participation in the private insurance market. Statutory Authority: NRS 616B.300.No note
B&I - Special Housing AssistanceSynopsis: The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 established the Neighborhood Stabilization Program to purchase foreclosed or abandoned homes and to rehabilitate, resell or redevelop these homes in order to stabilize neighborhoods and stem the decline of house values of neighboring homes.No note
B&I - Taxicab AuthoritySynopsis: The Taxicab Authority is responsible for regulating the taxicab industry in counties whose population is 400,000 or more. The authority is governed by a board of five members appointed by the Governor. The board conducts hearings and makes final decisions regarding the administration and enforcement of NRS 706.881 to NRS 706.885, inclusive. The mission of the Taxicab Authority is to provide for the safety, comfort, and convenience of the taxicab users through the regulation of the taxicab industry in Clark County, including issuing and transferring Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity to and between taxicab companies; determining the number of taxicabs authorized per certificated company; issuing, suspending and revoking drivers' permits; determining the safety, mechanical operation, and comfort standards of taxicabs; determining the fares to be charged, and conducting criminal investigations in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies. The goals and objectives of the authority are to ensure an adequate and more efficient supply of taxicabs to meet the demand.No note
B&I - Transportation AuthoritySynopsis: The Nevada Transportation Authority provides fair and impartial regulation of motor carriers to promote safe, adequate, economical and efficient service, and to foster sound economic conditions in motor transportation. The Nevada Transportation Authority encourages the establishment and maintenance of reasonable charges for intrastate transportation by fully regulated carriers and non-consent towing services. Pursuant to NRS 706, the Nevada Transportation Authority has statewide regulatory responsibility for the household goods industry, tow car industry, bus industry, and limousine industry. In addition, the Nevada Transportation Authority has responsibility for the taxicab industry throughout the state except in Clark County. Statutory Authority: NRS 706.No note
B&I - Transportation Authority Admin FinesSynopsis: A special fund for use of the Nevada Transportation Authority was established in 1997 pursuant to NRS 706.771, which requires that all administrative fines imposed and collected by the Nevada Transportation Authority are credited to a separate account to be used by the Authority to enforce the statutory provisions. Statutory Authority NRS 706.No note
B&I - WeatherizationSynopsis: The Weatherization Program works in combination with the federal Department of Energy's (DOE) Weatherization Grant Program and the state's Universal Energy Charge (tax) to help low-income families improve energy efficiency for their homes, minimizing utility costs. Most funds are expended through subcontractors who are carefully trained and monitored in their efforts to test for weather-related air and water leakages in homes and multifamily projects of low income families. Once a dwelling unit is determined to need specific assistance, insulation, windows, doors, heaters, or water heaters are procured and installed. The staff conduct quality control audits, training programs, and assist in outreach efforts. Statutory authority: NRS 702.250.No note
BOE - General Fund Salary AdjustmentSynopsis: The General Fund Salary Adjustment account is a pool of appropriated funds that agencies may draw upon on an as needed basis when an agency's budget is not fully funded for projected employee compensation obligations.No note
BOE - Highway Fund Salary AdjustmentSynopsis: The Highway Fund Salary Adjustment account is a pool of appropriated funds that agencies may draw upon on an as needed basis when an agency's budget is not fully funded for projected employee compensation obligations.No note
Commission on EthicsSynopsis: The Nevada Commission on Ethics' mission is to enhance the faith and confidence of Nevadans in the integrity and impartiality of government, specifically state and local public officers and employees. The eight-member commission is tasked with numerous responsibilities, but its five-person staff focuses on four main functions: 1) interpreting and applying NRS Chapter 281A - the Ethics in Government Laws - and guiding public officers and employees on its provisions; 2) investigating and adjudicating public complaints alleging ethics violations by public officers and employees; 3) outreach and education to public officers and employees to enhance their awareness of ethics requirements and prohibitions under Nevada law; and 4) accepting and monitoring various filings required of certain public officers.No note
Commission on Postsecondary EducationSynopsis: The Commission on Postsecondary Education is responsible for licensing and inspecting privately owned postsecondary educational institutions and for resolving student complaints. The commission authorizes academic and non-academic programs leading to degrees or vocational objectives offered by the postsecondary educational institutions. Staff licenses agents representing in-state and out-of-state private schools in Nevada and approves public and private postsecondary institutions for training programs supported by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The commission approves training programs for alcohol awareness. Statutory Authority: NRS 394.No note
Controller - Controller's OfficeSynopsis: The State Controller is the Chief Fiscal Officer of the state and one of six constitutional officers elected to a four-year term. The office administers the state accounting system to permit fair, accurate, and consistent financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and provide agencies with current and historic financial information to facilitate their decision-making process. The office pays claims against the state; ensures compliance with state, fiscal, and federal revenue laws; and administers the state's debt collection program. Constitutional Authority: Article 5, Section 19.No note
Controller - Debt Recovery AccountSynopsis: The Debt Recovery Account was created in Assembly Bill 87, section 7.3 of the 2009 session. Money in the account may only be used to support debt collection efforts of the State Controller upon approval of the Interim Finance Committee.No note
CRC - Colorado River CommissionSynopsis: The Colorado River Commission is empowered to acquire, manage, and protect all of Nevada's water and hydropower resources from the Colorado River. In addition, it is to provide electric power resources to certain customers from any available source for needs over and above the hydropower allocations. These resources are primarily centered in and benefit Southern Nevada. The Colorado River Commission Fund acts as the general fund for all Commission activities. All personnel costs for Commission staff and all of the basic activities and functions performed in fulfilling the Commission's legislative mandate are recorded in this account. The Commission is entirely funded by its customers and receives no state or federal funds in carrying out its activities. The Colorado River Basin states are in constant contact regarding the issues of the lower basin; the bulk of Commission travel occurs in California and Arizona. In addition, the Commission has extensive involvement with a number of agencies of the federal government, including the Department of Interior, Department of Energy, Bureau of Reclamation, Western Area Power Administration, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Environmental Protection Agency, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, and others. Statutory Authority: NRS 538.No note
CRC - Power Delivery SystemSynopsis: This delivery system represents activity related to the Power Delivery Project. This project is a high voltage transmission, transformer, and distribution system designed and tied into the Southern Nevada Water Authority's (SNWA) water delivery system. This fund accounts for all of the power purchases for the water deliveries in Southern Nevada and for all of the operation and maintenance costs associated with the project. The funding for this activity is provided by the SNWA under a funding contract. The SNWA contracts for and funds this activity, approving detailed line item costs at the beginning of each year. Statutory authority: NRS 538.No note
CRC - Power Marketing FundSynopsis: The Power Marketing fund is required by the bond resolution authorizing the financing of Nevada's share of the cost of upgrading the generating facilities at Hoover Dam. It is used to record purchases and sales of power, debt service related to the Hoover Upgrading Bonds, and operational costs of the Basic Substation project. This fund accounts for all power related activities except those dedicated to the Southern Nevada water system and its customers. All transactions related to all other customers of the Commission are recorded in this account. All hydropower allocations to the State of Nevada, administered by the Commission, are recorded in this account. Statutory Authority: NRS 538.No note
CRC - Research and DevelopmentSynopsis: The Research and Development Fund funds engineering studies, analyses, negotiations, and other efforts in protecting the interests of the state in the development of any of the resources under the control of the Colorado River Commission (Commission). This fund is now used primarily for specific resource programs of the Commission. Expenditures are approved and funded on an individual basis through contractual agreements with Commission customers. In addition, some small projects may be funded from this account as approved by the director. Currently, the funds is only used as a pass-through account for the costs related to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (LCRMSCP). Funding is provided to the Commission by its water and power contractors in accordance with the Multi-Species funding contracts. The Commission has been involved with the LCRMSP since its inception and is now providing Nevada's share of the program funding and continues to monitor and provide input in the process. The implementation of the program is at the federal level with oversight from the non-federal funding entities. Statutory authority: NRS 538.No note
DCNR - AdministrationSynopsis: The Director's Office, of the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, provides administrative, technical, budgetary, and supervisory support to the Divisions of State Lands, Environmental Protection, Forestry, Natural Heritage, State Parks, and Water Resources. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.010-232.070.No note
DCNR - DEP AdministrationSynopsis: The Division of Environmental Protection's mission is to preserve and enhance the environment of the state to protect public health, sustain healthy ecosystems and contribute to a vibrant economy. The division implements state and federal environmental laws; provides financial and technical assistance related to drinking water and wastewater systems; oversees clean-up of contaminated soil and water; administers the State Petroleum Fund; and provides public education programs. This budget account supports the administrative needs of the division, including the Administrator, Deputies, and Bureau of Administrative Services staff. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.136, 278.335-.377, 444.440-.645, 444.010-.110, 445A.060-.730, 445B.100-.640, 459.380-.856, 486.010-.180, 519A.010-.280, 590.700-920, 618.775.No note
DCNR - DEP Air QualitySynopsis: The missions of the Bureaus of Air Pollution Control and Air Quality Planning are to achieve and maintain levels of air quality, which will protect human health and safety; prevent injury to plant and animal life; prevent damage to property; preserve visibility and scenic, esthetic and historic values of the state; and implement provisions at the facility level to prevent accidental chemical releases in the state. To accomplish this mission, staff assigned to these bureaus plan, direct, coordinate and control air quality monitoring, permitting and compliance assurance. This budget account is funded by federal grants and fees. Statutory Authority: NRS 445B.100 - 445B.845, 486A.010 - 486.180 and 459.001 - 459.930.No note
DCNR - DEP Mining Regulation/ReclamationSynopsis: This bureau is responsible for the Mining Regulatory Program which includes Reclamation. The bureau established a system which is responsive to both environmental and economic concerns associated with the development of Nevada's natural resources. The workload of the bureau is dependent, to a certain extent, upon rising and falling metal prices, which cause fluctuations in mining activity. Since 2000, metals prices have risen dramatically. A number of regulatory and procedural revisions were implemented in the past twelve years to address bankruptcies and abandonment of mining operations that occur when metal prices are low. Measures were taken to enhance the strength and security of the regulations, especially in the areas of mine closure and bonding. Nevada's mining regulatory programs address the design, construction, operation, closure, and reclamation of mining and exploration operations. Principle objectives include protection of human health, ground and surface water resources, and completion of reclamation activities, which provide for productive post-mining land use. Major program elements consist of permitting, inspection, compliance monitoring, enforcement, and plan and report review. This budget account is funded by fees. Statutory Authority: NRS 445A.300 through 445A.730 and NRS 519A.010 through 519A.280.No note
DCNR - DEP Safe Drinking Water Regulatory ProgramSynopsis: The Bureau of Safe Drinking Water (BSDW) implements the Public Water System Supervision Program (PWSSP) authorized under the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and maintains primacy for the State of Nevada. State implementation of the PWSSP ensures Nevada's public water systems comply with state and federal drinking water standards by enforcing the sampling and monitoring requirements for water quality and enforcing requirements for surface water treatment and corrosion control. The program assesses water sources (including identification of potential contaminant sources); conducts annual sanitary surveys; certifies the qualifications of public water system operators; and requires public notification when systems are out of compliance. The BSDW also reviews engineering plans for public water systems and the subdivision of land. Additionally, PWSSP provides training, information transfer, and regulatory update presentations at meetings of water industry associations. This budget account is funded by federal grants and fees. Statutory Authority: NRS 445A.800 through 445A.955.No note
DCNR - DEP State Revolving Fund - AdminSynopsis: This budget account provides staff and administrative support for the State Revolving Loan Program for wastewater and drinking water infrastructure improvements. The Division of Environmental Protection administers these programs. This budget account is funded by federal grants, Treasurer's interest, and fees. Statutory Authority: NRS 445A.060 through 445A.160 and 445A.200 through 445A.295.No note
DCNR - DEP Waste Mgmt and Federal FacilitiesSynopsis: The federal Bureau of Corrective Actions is responsible for the analysis and remediation of contaminated sites; certification of environmental consultants; regulation of underground storage tanks (UST); remediation of leaking underground storage tanks; and administration of the Petroleum Claims Fund. The Bureau of Federal Facilities provides oversight of all operational activities and cleanups on the Nevada Test Site and several off-site locations to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. The Waste Management program is responsible for ensuring safe management of hazardous waste by regulating its handling, transportation, treatment, storage and disposal; ensuring safe collection and disposal of solid waste; and encouraging businesses, institutions, and individuals to reduce the amount of waste generated, participate in recycling programs and conserve natural resources. Statutory Authority: NRS 444.440 - 444.645; 444A. 010 - 444A.110; 445A.060 - 445A.730; 459.400 -459.600; 459.800 - 459.856; and 590.700 - 590.920.No note
DCNR - DEP Water Planning Cap ImprovementSynopsis: This budget account provides staff and administrative support for the Board for Financing Water Projects, which awards grants for capital improvement projects to small public water systems. Grants are also provided for qualifying water conservation programs and to defray costs associated mitigating issues associated with abandoned septic systems and to cover costs associated with connecting to community sewer systems. This budget account is funded by bond proceeds and fees. Statutory Authority: NRS 349.982.No note
DCNR - DEP Water Pollution ControlSynopsis: The Bureau of Water Pollution Control ensures compliance with water pollution control laws by issuing permits to discharge to surface and/or ground water. Facilities are inspected to ensure compliance and enforcement actions are taken if necessary. Staff reviews the design of waste water treatment plants and infrastructure. Subdivisions are reviewed to ensure that adequate systems are in place to treat waste water. Statutory Authority: NRS 445A.300 to 730.No note
DCNR - DEP Water Quality PlanningSynopsis: The Bureau of Water Quality Planning (BWQP) is responsible for implementing programs to meet requirements of the Clean Water Act (CWA) and Nevada water quality statutes and regulations that protect and/or improve the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the waters of Nevada. BWQP staff conduct water quality, bioassessment and physical habitat monitoring; develop and/or revise water quality standards for adoption by the State Environmental Commission; develop the impaired waters list; develop total maximum daily loads (TMDLs) and TMDL and/or watershed implementation plans to address water quality impairments; issue certifications to ensure that proposed discharges meet applicable effluent limitations and water quality standards; assist in the development and review of area-wide waste management plans; mitigate the adverse effects from nonpoint source pollution through implementation of water quality improvement and public education projects; promote intra and inter-agency program coordination; and provide technical assistance. This budget account is funded solely by federal grants. Fees collected through the Bureau of Water Pollution Control National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit programs are used as the State match to the federal 106 grant. Statutory Authority: NRS 445A.300 through 445A.730.No note
DCNR - Division of Conservation DistrictsSynopsis: The Conservation Districts Program and the State Conservation Commission regulate the activities of Nevada's twenty-eight locally elected conservation districts. Conservation districts work for the proper development and conservation of the state's renewable natural resources by taking available technical, financial, and educational resources and coordinating them so that they meet the needs of individual landowners and users. They often work in cooperation with counties, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service, and other public and private agencies for conservation of soil, water, and related resources. Statutory Authority: NRS 548, 232.090, and 232.125.No note
DCNR - Forest Fire SuppressionSynopsis: The Forest Fire Suppression Account funds expenses necessary to protect life, property, and natural resources from fire, flood, and other natural or human caused emergencies. The program is funded with a combination of General Fund appropriations, reimbursements paid to Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) for firefighting efforts made on behalf of others, and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Fire Management Assistance Grants and sub-grants. The agency turns to the Interim Finance Contingency Fund and the Disaster Relief Fund when funds are insufficient to meet the state's obligations each year. Although costs have steadily increased over the last ten years, they are a fraction of what the state would be responsible for if it were to rely solely on federal and local government cooperators to provide these services. Statutory Authority: NRS 472.No note
DCNR - ForestrySynopsis: The Nevada Division of Forestry's (NDF) core mission is to protect natural resources and property from wildfire. In support of its mission, NDF manages and coordinates all forestry, nursery, endangered plant species, and watershed resource activities on qualified public, state, and private lands. In conjunction with other state agencies, NDF also takes action and provides coordination for responses to natural disasters, including floods and earthquakes. (NRS 40, 193, 205, 206, 232, 472, 473, 474, 475, 476, 527, and 528).No note
DCNR - Forestry - Wildland Fire Protection PrgmSynopsis: The Division of Forestry provides professional natural resource and wildland fire management services to Nevada citizens and visitors to enhance, conserve, and protect forest, rangeland and watershed values, endangered plants, and other native flora. Budget account 4194 houses the proposed Wildland Fire Program, which is responsible for providing wildland fire management services to Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 472.No note
DCNR - Forestry Conservation CampsSynopsis: The Forestry Conservation Camp Program coordinates, directs, and supervises the work activities performed by inmates of the Department of Corrections who reside in Forestry Conservation Camps located throughout the State of Nevada. The Conservation Camp Program provides the work force for labor-intensive forestry and conservation work projects, wildfire management, and other emergency activities. There are approximately seventy-nine inmate crews in nine conservation camps statewide under the supervision of Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) conservation crew supervisors.No note
DCNR - Forestry Inter-Governmental AgreementsSynopsis: The Fire Management Program within the Inter-Governmental Agreements budget account provides for public safety and protection of natural resources and property under the terms of cooperative agreements between the Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) and various federal, state, and local political subdivisions. It provides personnel, equipment, and operating funds to accomplish fire protection and prevention for Clark, Elko, and Eureka Counties. Statutory Authority: NRS 472, 473 & 474.No note
DCNR - Forestry NurseriesSynopsis: The Nevada Nursery Program, under the oversight of the Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) Natural Resource Program, was first established in 1957 to provide technical assistance and conservation plant materials - tree seedlings, shrubs, forbs and seed - to meet the conservation needs of Nevada's private landowners and public land management agencies. The nurseries also offer custom growing services for conservation plants native to or adapted to the Mojave Desert, Great Basin Desert, and Sierra Nevada. They produce low-cost native or adapted plant species acclimated to Nevada's environmental conditions for conservation purposes, including windbreaks, green-strips, stream bank stabilization, wetland and riparian restoration, mine reclamation, reforestation, wildlife habitat enhancement, and rehabilitation of wildfire damaged lands or other disturbed sites. The Nevada Nursery Program is comprised of two nursery facilities, one in Washoe Valley and one in the Las Vegas Valley. The Nevada Seed-bank was established in 1995 and provides seed, equipment, and other materials to rehabilitate wild-land fire and fire suppression related damages, and assists private landowners and public agencies with conservation treatments on their lands to reduce soil erosion, increase plant diversity, improve wildlife habitat, and reduce the threat of wild-land fire. The Nevada Seed-bank facility is co-located with the nursery in Washoe Valley. The Forest Products Utilization program began in state fiscal year 2012. The program focuses on adding value to cut wood that occurs from the agency's normal fuel reduction and forest health enhancement projects. Prior to the initiation of the Forest Products Utilization program, much of the wood that was cut was piled and burned in place as the most expedient method of disposal. The acquisition of harvesting and processing equipment is allowing NDF to extract the wood from the forest, process it into a useful end product, and transport it out of the forest. The value added products, typically wood chips, fuel wood, and saw logs are sold from the nursery/seed-bank facility in Washoe Valley. The nursery, seed-bank, and Forest Products Utilization programs are rooted in the agency's overall mission and are an integral part of all programs under both the fire and resources sections of the Division of Forestry. All are enterprise accounts that operate on the sale of conservation plant materials and forest products. (NRS 472, 527 & 528).No note
DCNR - Heil Wild Horse BequestSynopsis: The mission of the Commission for the Preservation of Wild Horses is to serve as an advocate for wild horses through funding of educational, promotional, and habitat programs and projects; participate with federal agencies in the land use planning process to insure sufficient habitat populations; and serve as a clearinghouse for information to the general public and media on all aspects of wild horses. Statutory Authority: NRS 504.430 - 504.490.No note
DCNR - Historic Pres - Comstock Historic DistrictSynopsis: The Comstock Historic District Commission's mandate is to encourage preservation of the Comstock Historic District, one of the nation's largest and most significant landmarks. It is also one of the most visited historic sites in the state, second to Hoover Dam. The commission issues construction permits, educates the public, and promotes special programs. The commission considers requests for Certificates of Appropriateness, which property owners are required by statute to obtain before initiating exterior changes to existing structures or constructing new ones. The commission gives guidance to federal agencies working within the district, and provides public education focused on historic resources. Statutory Authority: NRS 384.No note
DCNR - Nevada Natural HeritageSynopsis: The mission of the Nevada Natural Heritage Program is to maintain comprehensive information on the locations, biology and conservation status of all endangered, threatened, sensitive, and at-risk species in Nevada. The agency manages data on rare and at-risk species, including data input and quality control. These data are provided to other state agencies, federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, consultants, and private citizens in order to facilitate federally mandated planning and environmental impact statements as well as collaborative conservation planning to minimize future resource conflicts and to help prevent species from becoming threatened or endangered.No note
DCNR - Nevada Tahoe Regional Planning AgencySynopsis: The Nevada Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (NTRPA) assures that all structures housing gaming in the Lake Tahoe basin are in compliance with the provisions of the Tahoe Compact. As such, the NTRPA reviews all proposals to modify, or remodel structures housing gaming in the Tahoe basin to ensure compliance. Federal and state law requires that the NTRPA board meet at least once annually to select the at-large members of the board.No note
DCNR - State Environmental CommissionSynopsis: The Nevada State Environmental Commission (SEC) serves as the primary rule-making, variance, and appeal body for environmental regulations in Nevada. The commission is an eleven member body that meets to establish regulations and resolve appeal actions for the Division of Environmental Protection. Expenses of the SEC are supported by fees. The SEC was originally established in the Air Pollution Control statutes (NRS 445B.200). Other statutes establish the jurisdiction of the SEC to adopt environmental regulations, set fees and hear appeals, including NRS 444.560, 444A.020, 445A.270, 445A.425, 445A,860, 459.3818, 459.485, 459.656, 459.826, and 519A.160.No note
DCNR - State Historic Preservation OfficeSynopsis: The State Historic Preservation Office's mandate is to encourage preservation, documentation, and use of cultural resources through state and federal programs. Office programs include preservation of buildings and archaeological sites; grant distribution and management; project reviews for federal tax credits; the national and state registers of historic places; review of federal undertakings in the state; planning; and public education. The office also manages 300 historical markers to interpret sites throughout the state, which benefit both locals and out-of-state travelers. Through these activities, the State Historic Preservation Office encourages tourism, economic growth, and education. Statutory Authority: NRS 383.No note
DCNR - State LandsSynopsis: State Lands acquires land, or interests in land, as needed for state agencies to carry out their missions; ensures that the state is compensated for any use or disposal of state owned lands; maintains state land records; provides land-use planning services; develops policies and plans for the use of lands under federal management; represents the state in its dealings with federal land management agencies; coordinates various state programs at Lake Tahoe; and implements Question 1 (Conservation Bond Act).No note
DCNR - State ParksSynopsis: The Division of State Parks mission is to provide safe outdoor recreation opportunities for the use, enjoyment, and education of current and future generations, while providing economic benefit to state and local communities. The division also preserves and protects scenic, historic, and scientifically significant areas in Nevada. Major programs include: planning, development, administration, protection, operation, maintenance, resource management, and interpretation of cultural and natural resources. The division headquarters is located in Carson City with regional offices in Fallon and Las Vegas. The division is comprised of twenty-four units that are located throughout the state. In addition, the division administers the federal Land & Water Conservation Fund, and the Recreation Trails Programs, which provide grants for the development of motorized and non-motorized trails and the development of outdoor recreation opportunities. It is the division's philosophy to operate on the principles of doing the right thing each and every day. Each of the division's twenty-four units and individual programs were originally designated and are operated to provide the citizens and visitors to the state the best possible experience while preserving the unique natural, natural, cultural resources. To measure the effectiveness of its programs, the division distributes questionnaires to park visitors and carefully evaluates their responses on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis. Statutory Authority: NRS 353.20555 (1) (b) and 353.210 (4).No note
DCNR - Water ResourcesSynopsis: The mission of the Division of Water Resources is to conserve, protect, manage, and enhance the state's water resources for Nevada's citizens through the appropriation and reallocation of public waters. In addition, the division is responsible for quantifying existing rights; monitoring water use; distributing water in accordance with court decrees; reviewing water availability for new subdivisions and condominiums; reviewing the design, construction, and operation of dams; appropriating geothermal water; licensing and regulating well drillers and water right surveyors; reviewing flood control projects; collecting and monitoring water resource data and records; and providing technical assistance to the public and governmental agencies. The division also provides technical assistance and information to governmental agencies and the public concerning state, regional, and local water resource planning, and provides flood plain management, planning, and mitigation assistance to communities throughout the state. Statutory authority is found under NRS Chapters 532, 533, 534, 534A, 535, 536, 538, 540 and 543.No note
Deferred Compensation CommitteeSynopsis: The Nevada Public Employees Deferred Compensation Program, a voluntary tax-deferred supplemental state retirement plan (IRC 457(b)), provides participants and their beneficiaries with a reasonable supplement to their Nevada Public Employees Retirement Program, Social Security and any other retirement savings. The program operates solely in the interest of plan participants and beneficiaries. The Committee, appointed by the Governor pursuant to NRS 287.325, oversees the program and strives to provide quality investment options at minimal costs while maintaining high standards of customer service. The Committee and its Program Coordinator monitor the program providers; communicate the importance of supplemental savings through seminars, newsletters and other informational efforts; and administer the Program in accordance with state and federal guidelines. All Program expenses are paid from reimbursement by its private sector providers.No note
Department of TaxationSynopsis: The Department of Taxation is responsible for providing fair, efficient, and effective administration of the tax programs of the State of Nevada in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations and policies, and serves the taxpayers, and state and local government entities. The department administers and collects taxes for distribution to the state General Fund, other state agencies, and to local government entities. The department collects and distributes all sales and use taxes, the modified business tax, the estate tax, the net proceeds of mines tax, and the property tax on interstate and inter-county companies. It also collects excise taxes and fees on liquor, cigarettes, other tobacco products, tire tax, short-term lessor fee, live entertainment tax, bank excise tax, lodging tax, the insurance premium tax, and distributes the real property transfer tax received from county recorder collections to the state general fund and local governments. In addition, the department is responsible for appraising property of an interstate or inter-county nature as well as mining property. It also establishes guidelines for county assessors, recorders, and treasurers; monitors appraisal and assessment performance through ratio studies and performance appraisals of county officials; and ensures statewide compliance with assessment standards established by the Tax Commission. The department reviews local government budgets and audits, prepares the ad valorem tax rates for certification, and advises local governments on budget act compliance and financial management matters. Additionally, the department provides annual population estimates for the state, its counties and incorporated cities. The department serves as staff to several State Boards and Commissions including the Nevada Tax Commission. The Nevada Tax Commission, as head of the department, adjudicates contested cases, adopts regulations and ensures the fair and equitable treatment of taxpayers across tax types. The department also serves as staff for the State Board of Equalization, which hears and determines property tax appeals and equalizes property tax values. In addition, the department serves as staff to the Committee on Local Government Finance, which provides financial accounting standards for local governments and oversight to financially troubled local government entities. The department also serves as staff to the Mining Oversight and Accountability Commission, which ensures various state agencies maintain compliance over environmental, mine safety and training, and taxation issues related to the mining industry; and to the Appraiser Certification Board, which ensures all property tax appraisers in the state are certified and maintain continuing education requirements. Statutory Authority: NRS 354, 360, 361, 361A, 361B, 362, 363A.120, 363A&B, 364.125, 364A, 368A, 369, 370, 370A, 372, 372A, 374, 374A, 375A&B, 376A, 377, 377A&B, 387.332, 444A.090, 482.313, 585.497, 680B.No note
DETR - AdministrationSynopsis: The mission of the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) is: In collaboration with the Governor's Workforce Investment Board, the Governor's Office of Economic Development, Education, employers, trade and apprenticeship organizations, and other stakeholders, DETR will develop a trained workforce that enhances Nevada's economic stability and growth. The Department provides information, services, and training for individuals seeking employment or looking for opportunities to enhance their job skills. The Department also ensures that individuals with disabilities have options and choices to assist them in living and working independently. The Administrative Services Division consists of a director's office and centralized administrative services, which supports four divisions: Employment Security, Rehabilitation, Information Development and Processing, and the Nevada Equal Rights Commission. The department is the lead state agency responsible for the administration of the Workforce Investment Act in Nevada. Administrative Services provides leadership, direction, and support in planning, implementing, coordinating and evaluating the various services and activities of the Department to meet state and federal program goals and assist in the on-going development of a world-class workforce investment system for Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.910No note
DETR - Blind Business Enterprise ProgramSynopsis: The mission of the Blind Business Enterprise of Nevada Program, commonly referred to as BEN, is to provide information, assessment, training, and placement of blind individuals in vending and business opportunities in public buildings. The Bureau of Services to the Blind and Visually Impaired (BSBVI) administers the business enterprise account for the blind (a non-reverting fund) under the authority of the Randolph-Sheppard Act amendments of 1974, NRS 426 and NAC 426. The primary source of revenue for this fund consists of a percentage of net profits from blind operators of vending facilities that are licensed by BSBVI. These facilities are located in federal, state, and municipal buildings statewide. Statutory Authority: NRS 426, Randolph-Sheppard Vending Stand Act Amendments of 1974.No note
DETR - Client Assistance ProgramSynopsis: The mission of the Client Assistance Program (CAP) is to ensure the availability of necessary and appropriate assistance to clients to facilitate progress towards success with their respective rehabilitation programs. Statutory Authority: Title I Section 112 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. 29 USC 701 34 CFS 370. Effective November 9, 2012, the Governor redesignated this program to the Nevada Disability Advocacy and Law Center, a private non-profit protection and advocacy organization.No note
DETR - Disability AdjudicationSynopsis: The mission of the Bureau of Disability Adjudication (BDA) is to provide quality, timely, and professional disability decisions to individuals in Nevada who claim benefits under the Social Security disability programs. The BDA is 100% federally funded by the Social Security Administration and administered by the Rehabilitation Division of the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR). The Bureau is responsible for processing all applications for disability benefits under the Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability programs, and for conducting evidentiary hearings for those disability beneficiaries who are recommended for benefit termination.No note
DETR - Employment SecuritySynopsis: The mission of the Employment Security Division (ESD) is to provide a statewide labor exchange, conduct programs that promptly pay unemployment benefits, improve the employment stability of those collecting unemployment insurance, and administer an effective tax system. The division participates as a full partner in the Nevada JobConnect system, which offers training and reemployment services to Nevada employers and workers.No note
DETR - Employment Security - Special FundSynopsis: The Employment Security Fund is created as a special revenue fund to cover expenditures for which federal funds have been requested but not yet received and covers costs to administer employment security laws that may not be charged against federal grants. The revenue sources for this fund are interest and forfeitures collected from employers for non or late payment of unemployment taxes. All monies in the fund are continuously available to the Division Administrator and do not lapse at any time. The division uses the fund to support and maintain agency-owned buildings and pay for technological enhancements to programs for which federal funds are not available. Statutory Authority: NRS 612.615No note
DETR - Equal Rights CommissionSynopsis: The mission of the Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC) is to foster and protect the rights of all people of the state reasonably to seek, obtain and hold employment and housing, and seek and be granted services in places of public accommodation, without discrimination, distinction or restriction, as prohibited by state and federal discrimination laws. NERC oversees the state's equal employment opportunity program, providing mediation, investigation and resolution of employment discrimination complaints related to race, religion, color, age (over 40), sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or national origin. NERC partners with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in resolving these complaints. NERC also has jurisdiction in Nevada over discrimination in housing and places of public accommodation. Statutory Authority: NRS 233.No note
DETR - Information Development and ProcessingSynopsis: The Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation's (DETR) Information Development and Processing Division (IDP) provides data processing and information technology (IT) support services throughout DETR. The division oversees Nevada's workforce and rehabilitation information systems. These systems consist of automated business applications, online web services, and underlying technology infrastructure that supports Nevada's employers and job seekers. IDP ensures high levels of system availability and performance for each of DETR's administered programs. Statutory authority: NRS 232.910.No note
DETR - Rehabilitation AdministrationSynopsis: The mission of the Rehabilitation Division is to provide options and choices for people with disabilities to work and live independently. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.940-960, 426, and 615. The Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) is responsible for developing interagency employment policies and practices for people with disabilities and coordinating the department's efforts with businesses in Nevada to employ individuals with disabilities. Statutory Authority: NRS 334.025.No note
DETR - Research & AnalysisSynopsis: The mission of the Research and Analysis Bureau (R&A) is to provide reliable and timely labor market and economic information and analyses. In partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor, R&A is responsible for the collection, development, and dissemination of a variety of information such as labor force, employment, occupational, economic, and demographic data and analyses important to policymakers, the business community, and Nevada citizens. In addition, R&A provides analytical services and products designed to support the programs administered by the department and state and local workforce investment boards. R&A is also responsible for maintaining and marketing the Nevada Career Information System, which provides a comprehensive source of occupational and career information for all Nevadans, as well as a variety of specific user groups, such as the state's school districts and the Nevada JobConnect System.No note
DETR - Services to the Blind & Visually ImpairedSynopsis: The mission of the Bureau of Services to the Blind and Visually Impaired (BSBVI) is to bring Nevadans together to promote barrier-free communities in which individuals with disabilities have access to opportunities for quality employment and self-sufficiency. The Bureau provides a full range of services to persons who are blind, deaf/blind, or severely visually impaired, including vocational rehabilitation; mobility and living skills training; assistive technology training and purchase of equipment; and low vision programs. The services available under this program are tailored to meet the individual interests, skills, abilities, and informed choice of participants and may include vocational training; secondary and post-secondary education; counseling and guidance; job development, placement, and follow-up services; transportation; and medical treatment and intervention. Services are delivered through 14 offices throughout the state, including six rural offices. The program is funded with 78.7% federal funds and 21.3% non-federal funds. The Bureau also administers the Older Individuals who are Blind (OIB) grant (Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act), which provides services to individuals over age 55 who are blind or visually impaired and is funded with 90% federal funds and 10% state General Funds. OIB services are geared towards assisting participants in gaining skills to live independently, travel safely around the community, and avoid institutionalization.No note
DETR - Vocational RehabilitationSynopsis: The mission of the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) is to bring Nevadans together to promote barrier-free communities in which individuals with disabilities have access to opportunities for quality work and self-sufficiency. The program serves individuals who have physical or mental impairments that present barriers to employment and assists them in preparing for obtaining and retaining meaningful competitive employment. Services are delivered through 14 offices throughout the state, including six rural offices. The program is funded with 78.7% federal funds and 21.3% General Funds. BVR also administers the Supported Employment Program (Title VI of the Rehabilitation Act) which expands employment options for individuals with the most significant disabilities who may be able to engage in competitive work through the provision of intensive training, supervision, and other services, which is 100% federally funded.No note
DMV - Administrative ServicesSynopsis: The Administrative Services Division is charged with providing professional, timely, and accurate support services to the Director, various divisions of the department, and other associated agencies. Support services include fiscal accounting, budgeting, travel arrangements, payroll, warehousing, inventory control, mail services, purchasing services, contract management, facilities management, revenue collection, revenue distribution, and bad debt service. Through its centralized functions, it provides services to all divisions within the department. With the centralized services, the department is able to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with laws and regulations for all divisions in these service areas.No note
DMV - AutomationSynopsis: The Motor Vehicle Information Technology Division (MVIT) provides data processing support for the Department of Motor Vehicles. It maintains application systems and the necessary infrastructure for systems data, and provides technical and operating support. The activities of this budget are primarily supported by Highway Fund revenues. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.No note
DMV - Central ServicesSynopsis: The Central Services and Records Division maintains records and provides information and alternative services for Nevada motor vehicle customers regarding drivers' licenses, registrations, titles, and license plates. Statutory Authority: NRS 108, 233B, 371, 482, 483, 484, and 487.No note
DMV - Compliance EnforcementSynopsis: The Compliance Enforcement Division is the regulatory arm of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The main function of this account is to support the activities of division investigators whose primary purpose is to regulate the automobile industry as it relates to the sale or transfer of ownership of vehicles and to investigate fraudulent issues relating to department documents. In addition, this account is responsible for licensing and registering wreckers, salvage pools, and body shops as well as registering automobile repair garages. By conducting investigations, taking enforcement actions, and providing advice to members of the industry, investigators seek to gain voluntary compliance with the various laws and regulations governing the business practices of vehicle manufacturers, distributors, dealers, lessors, and salesmen, as well as preventing identity and other related fraud. Through education, audit, and enforcement, the Compliance Enforcement Division protects the interests of regulated businesses by eliminating unfair competitive and business practices while safeguarding the financial well-being of Nevada citizens by protecting property interests in vehicles and reducing instances of fraud and misrepresentation in connection with repairs, salvage, and disposal of motor vehicles. Division activities in this account for the biennium are primarily funded through a direct appropriation from the Highway Fund. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.0473, 481.0475, 481.048, Chapters 108, 482, 483, and 487.No note
DMV - Director's OfficeSynopsis: The mission of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is to modernize and reinvent DMV services through technology, innovation, customer service, and training while guarding against fraud, and protecting the driving public through licensing and intervention practices while insuring privacy protection of DMV records. The Director's Office establishes policy for the department and directs and controls the operations of the agency. The Director's Office handles all media inquiries through the Public Information Officers. Additionally, internal controls, review of operations, department policies and procedures, and the personnel and training units fall under the responsibility of this office. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.031; 481.035; 481.047; 481.0473; 481.051; 481.052; and 481.055.No note
DMV - Field ServicesSynopsis: The Department of Motor Vehicles, Field Services Division is responsible for direct customer service operations for the driver licensing and vehicle registration functions. Field Services assures that only safe and knowledgeable drivers receive the privilege to drive on the highways. It also registers vehicles, collects appropriate fees and taxes imposed upon the owners and operators of vehicles, and provides service in the insurance verification program. This budget is funded primarily from Highway Fund revenues, governmental services tax commissions, and penalties. Statutory Authority: NRS 108, 293, 366, 481, 481A, 482, 483, 484, 485, 486, 487, and 706.No note
DMV - HearingsSynopsis: The Department of Motor Vehicles, Hearings Office ensures the public's right to an administrative hearing on issues that range from the suspension or revocation of a citizen's driving privilege or vehicle registration to the revocation or suspension of a license to conduct business involving motor vehicles in the State of Nevada. Administrative law judges assigned to this division are the presiding officers in the adjudicative proceedings. Their decisions may significantly affect public interest and the lives and property of thousands of Nevadans. The department initiates and conducts all hearings in a timely, fair, and impartial manner. The program is supported primarily from Highway Fund revenues. Statutory Authority: NRS 366, 445B, 481, 482, 483, 484, 485, 487, and 706. All administrative hearings are conducted in accordance with and pursuant to the provisions in the Nevada Administrative Procedures Act, Chapter 233B.No note
DMV - License Plate FactorySynopsis: The License Plate Factory, is operated by the Central Services and Records Division of the Department of Motor Vehicles. Also known as the "Tag Plant," the License Plate Factory is charged with designing, manufacturing, and distributing Nevada's license plates to DMV Offices, State Assessors Offices, and customers of the Department. Statutory Authority: NRS 482 and 706.No note
DMV - Management ServicesSynopsis: The Management Services and Programs Division is a resource to help achieve the department's strategic plan goals and is responsible for developing regulations; drafting legislation; preparing fiscal notes, surveys, forms, and desk reference manuals; developing requests for proposals; and managing projects related to vehicle, driver, occupational, and business programs. This division develops policies and procedures for all Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) divisions to ensure consistent and uniform program delivery. Division responsibilities also include support for the other divisions in the areas of strategic planning, research, coordination of regulation and statutory changes, and legislative interaction. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.019, 481.035, 481.0473, and 481.051.No note
DMV - Motor CarrierSynopsis: The Motor Carrier Division is responsible for ensuring compliance with Nevada's fuel tax laws by special fuel and motor fuel suppliers and motor carriers in order to collect and distribute the maximum amount of fuel tax revenue owed to Nevada. Additionally, the Motor Carrier Division is responsible for licensing all commercial vehicles over 26,000 pounds; licensing all vehicles with apportioned registrations; and conducting audits of motor carriers and fuel suppliers to ensure compliance with Nevada laws and regulations, the International Registration Plan (IRP), and the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). Statutory Authority: NRS 233B, 353C, 360A, 365, 366, 371, 373, 482, 590, and 706.No note
DMV - Motor Vehicle Pollution ControlSynopsis: The Compliance Enforcement Division, through budget account 4722, is responsible for ensuring compliance with Nevada's laws and regulations (Chapter 445B of the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative Code) as they relate to the vehicle emission standards in Clark and Washoe Counties. The division implements and enforces the on-road vehicle emissions portion of the state's Air Quality Program. The division carries out its role by providing training and certification of applicants seeking employment as Emission Inspectors; conducting audits and inspections at licensed emission stations; investigating potential program evaders; and applying appropriate sanctions against program violators. Additionally, the division cooperates with the various planning agencies (state and local) involved in the Air Quality Program to evaluate air quality standards and identify strategies to improve them; participates in the Advisory Committee on the control of emissions from motor vehicles; and conducts periodic public information programs regarding motor vehicle emissions. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 445B, 481.0475, 481.0477, 481.0481, 482.461, and 482.465.No note
DMV - Real IDSynopsis: During the 2007 Legislative Session, the REAL ID budget account was established for tracking expenditures related to the implementation of the REAL ID Act. Since that time, several grants have been awarded for improving the security and integrity of data collected during the drivers license and identification card issuance process. Grant funds will be used to work towards meeting full compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations, to further enhance information technologies and processes, and improve the efficiencies of the drivers license and identification card issuance process. All grant funds awarded will assist Nevada in meeting state and federal laws, and DHS regulations.No note
DMV - Records SearchSynopsis: The Department of Motor Vehicles, Central Services Division, Records Research Section is responsible for researching and disseminating driver's license and vehicle registration information. Revenue is generated from fees collected by processing requests. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.063.No note
DMV - Verification of InsuranceSynopsis: The Insurance Verification Program verifies that owners of motor vehicles registered in Nevada maintain liability insurance. Revenue is generated from fees collected for reinstatements after suspensions for no insurance. Statutory Authority: NRS 485, 482.480, and 482.4805.No note
DPS - Capitol PoliceSynopsis: The mission of the Nevada Capitol Police is to provide general law enforcement services to enhance the safety of persons on designated state property and to prevent theft, loss of use and damage to those facilities. Capitol Police are assigned to duties at the State Capitol, Supreme Court in Carson City, Attorney General's office, Grant Sawyer building, Governor's Mansion, and actively patrol designated state locations within Carson City and Las Vegas. Statutory Authority: NRS 289.270; 331.140; 480.130; 480.140.No note
DPS - Child Volunteer Background Checks Trust AcctSynopsis: This budget account offsets the cost for volunteer background checks requested by non-profit organizations working with children under the age of sixteen. Expenditures paid by this account are transferred to Criminal History Repository, budget account 4709. Statutory Authority: NRS 179A.310.No note
DPS - CIG Fire Safe Std & Firefighter SupportSynopsis: The Cigarette Fire Safety Standard and Firefighter Protection Fund is a special revenue fund for the purpose of supporting fire safety and fire prevention programs. This fund was created through Assembly Bill 229 of the 2009 Legislative Session. NRS 477.172 through 477.250 authorizes this budget and allows the State Fire Marshal Division to enforce regulations concerning the standards for fire-safe cigarettes; and all such cigarettes sold in Nevada must be certified by the State Fire Marshal Division. The division may expend money in the fund to support fire safety and fire prevention programs.No note
DPS - Criminal History RepositorySynopsis: Established by the 1985 Legislature, the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History is administered by the Department of Public Safety, Records and Technology Division, Records Bureau under the authority and provisions of NRS 179A and 179D. The Records Bureau administers the Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) and is the state's clearinghouse for criminal history record information, crime statistics, and information and activities which support a wide variety of public safety interests. In addition, it is the portal through which law enforcement statewide accesses criminal history record information of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and other national and state criminal history databases. The bureau is a member of the Western Identification Network, a regional consortium of eight western states that share fingerprint images and criminal history record information, and is a participant in the FBI's Interstate Identification Index and in the National Crime Prevention and Privacy Compact for the release of criminal history record information for non-criminal justice purposes. The bureau is further designated as the Chief Law Enforcement Official for the purposes of administering the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act of 1993. The repository includes the Uniform Crime Reporting program, the Point-of-Sale firearms program (Brady), the Nevada Domestic Violence Protection Order Registry, the Nevada Sex Offender Registry, the Civil Name Check Program, and the Program Development and Compliance Unit.No note
DPS - Dignitary ProtectionSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety, Highway Patrol Division, Dignitary Protection Detail provides security to the Governor of the State of Nevada and the first family. This detail provides 24-hour, 7 days a week security at the Governor's Mansion in Carson City, and performs all necessary advance work and ensures security by traveling with the Governor when he attends meetings, conferences and events. Statutory Authority: NRS 331.140, 480.140, 480.300, 480.310, 480.330, and 480.360.No note
DPS - Director's OfficeSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety provides for the safety and security of the citizens of Nevada by: enforcing traffic laws and providing assistance on the public roadways; conducting investigations of criminal and narcotics-related activities; responding to natural and human-caused disasters; training peace officers; training fire and disaster response officers; assisting local governments in emergency preparedness; and monitoring and supervising parolees and probationers within the criminal justice system. The Director's Office establishes policy and provides leadership for the department and oversees the operations and administration of the eight Legislatively-created divisions of the department, and three offices. The Director's Office receives its statutory authority from NRS 480.100.No note
DPS - Division of InvestigationsSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety, Investigation Division, is a law enforcement agency with statewide jurisdiction dedicated to public safety. The primary missions of the division are to provide comprehensive investigative services upon request to all criminal justice agencies; to support law enforcement statewide through the collection and dissemination of relevant and timely criminal information; and to deter and disrupt the trafficking and availability of narcotics and dangerous drugs statewide through the supervision of and participation in multi-jurisdictional task forces within fourteen of Nevada's seventeen counties. Statutory Authority: Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 480.140, 480.400 through 480.610, NRS 453.271, NRS 179; and primary enforcement of NRS Chapters 453 and 454.No note
DPS - Emergency Management Assistance GrantsSynopsis: Since 2006, this budget account has been a pass-through account for federal funds received to reduce the impact of emergencies within the State of Nevada. This budget account also provides operational support to the Division of Emergency Management, budget account 3673 and the Office of Homeland Security, budget account 3675.No note
DPS - Emergency Management DivisionSynopsis: Under the authority of NRS 414, the Division of Emergency Management (DEM) coordinates the efforts of the state and its political subdivisions together in partnership with private and volunteer organizations and tribal nations in reducing the impact of emergencies. The DEM is given oversight and coordination responsibility for all statewide emergency preparedness, pre and post emergency mitigation efforts, and the development, review, approval, and integration of state emergency response planning. This includes the integration of volunteer organizations and the private sector in the state emergency management process as well as oversight of response exercises, training, and emergency operations planning. The DEM is responsible for assuring the state's readiness and ability to respond to and recover from natural and technological emergencies and disasters by assisting local governments with their emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts while providing a crucial link for accessing state and federal assistance and support. The division's operations also include those of the Office of Homeland Security.No note
DPS - Evidence VaultSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety (DPS) has three dedicated Evidence Vaults statewide to support all of its divisions. As a law enforcement operation, sworn officers regularly seize property, money, and contraband from individuals for evidentiary, safekeeping, or destruction purposes. This program secures and manages the evidence seized by DPS Sworn Staff. This budget is cost allocated to the participating divisions.No note
DPS - Fire MarshalSynopsis: The mission of the State Fire Marshal Division is to protect life, property and the environment from fires and hazardous materials in the State of Nevada. This is accomplished through the development and application of fire code and standards, fire prevention education, fire service training, fire protection engineering, licensing and permitting, and investigative/enforcement services delivered directly or in coordination with the public safety community. Statutory Authority: Nevada Revised Statute Chapter 477.No note
DPS - Forfeitures - Law EnforcementSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety uses federal, state and local forfeiture funds to support non-routine and specialized law enforcement activities such as the purchase of specialized technical equipment, conferences, specialized training, and capital outlays. Statutory Authority: NRS 179.1156-179.119.No note
DPS - Fund for Reentry ProgramsSynopsis: The Fund for Reentry Programs was created during the 2009 Legislative Session with the passage of Senate Bill 236. The Office of Criminal Justice Assistance (OCJA) is the designated agency to accept donations, gifts, bequests, grants, and other sources of funds to carry out service programs for the reentry of persons into the community upon their release from incarceration, and necessary administrative costs. Programs may include, but are not limited to, transitional housing, training in life skills, vocational rehabilitation, access to self-help groups, social services for families and children, preventing domestic violence, maintaining emotional and physical health, and preparing for and obtaining employment. Statutory Authority: NRS 209.4889.No note
DPS - General ServicesSynopsis: The newly created General Services function within the Department of Public Safety will provide critical support services to the divisions of the department and outside criminal/user agencies. This division will enable the department to efficiently use available resources, provide greater transparency and support improved customer service.No note
DPS - Highway PatrolSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety, Highway Patrol Division (HPD), enforces the traffic laws of the state, investigates traffic collisions, assists stranded motorists, and enforces and regulates motor carriers transporting cargo and hazardous materials. Statutory Authority: NRS 480.300 - 480.360.No note
DPS - Highway Safety Grants AccountSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety, Highway Patrol Division receives several federal grants, which are administered through this budget account. The granting agency is the U. S. Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), whose focus is accident, fatality, and injury reduction of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) related crashes. These reductions are accomplished through consistent, uniform, and effective CMV safety programs. The federal grants include the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) and the New Entrant Safety Audit Program (New Entrant). The MCSAP grant is committed to a reduction in the frequency and severity of CMV related crashes. Federal funds are used for MCSAP eligible activities designed to promote safety on Nevada highways by supporting enforcement of CMV regulations, CMV inspections, and CMV/non-CMV traffic enforcement. This grant requires a 20% soft match which is comprised of trooper time spent on MCSAP eligible activities. The New Entrant program is a continuing program to conduct safety audits of new CMV operators based in southern Nevada. This grant funds 100% of these activities which are supported by two positions. Statutory Authority: NRS 480.300, 480.330, 480.340, and 480.360.No note
DPS - Highway Safety Plan & AdminSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety obtains, administers and sub-grants to state and local government entities and non-profit agencies, funds from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The mission of the office is to influence the driving behavior of Nevada's citizens through educational programs and the enforcement of traffic laws. The funding is also used to purchase limited equipment for emergency medical response and conduct first responder training. Statutory Authority: NRS 223.200.No note
DPS - Home Disaster Assistance ProgramSynopsis: Homeowners Disaster Assistance Program (HDAP) was created in the 2005 Legislative Session to provide funds to homeowners who have had their homes damaged or destroyed by a disaster and who are not eligible for other forms of assistance.No note
DPS - Homeland SecuritySynopsis: The mission of the Nevada Office of Homeland Security is to collaborate, advise, assist, and engage with various federal, state, local, and tribal entities, private sector, non-governmental partners, and the general public to prevent, detect, and deter terrorism activity in order to minimize the impact on lives, property, and the economy. The Homeland Security Office was created by the 2003 Legislature, Assembly Bill 441. Statutory Authority: NRS 239CNo note
DPS - Justice Assist Grant TrustSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety, Justice Assistance Grant Trust Account is a pass through budget account for grants received from the U.S. Department of Justice. Grant funds are distributed to state and local government agencies that contribute to the effort of reducing and preventing crime, violence, and drug abuse, and improving the functioning of the criminal justice system while maintaining the integrity of federal funds. Statutory Authority: NRS 480.800.No note
DPS - Justice Assistance ActSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety, Justice Assistance Act budget is a pass-through account for several grants received from the U.S. Department of Justice. Grant funds are distributed to state and local government agencies which contribute to the efforts of reducing and preventing crime, violence and drug abuse, and improving the functioning of the criminal justice system while maintaining the integrity of the federal funds. Administrative funds are passed through to the Office of Criminal Justice Assistance, budget account 4736. The Office of Criminal Justice Assistance was designated by the Governor as the State Administrative Agency (SAA) for Nevada in 1987. In November of 2000, the Office of Criminal Justice Assistance was designated by the Governor as the state point of contact for the 1033 Dept. of Defense Excess Property Program, and the State Coordinator for the 1122 General Services Administration (GSA) Purchasing Program.No note
DPS - Justice GrantSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety (DPS), Office of Criminal Justice Assistance (OCJA) obtains, administers, and sub-grants to state and local government agencies grant funds from the U.S. Department of Justice for programs that address illegal drug use, trafficking, violent crime, and improvement of the functioning of the criminal justice system. The objective is to coordinate education, prevention, treatment, and law enforcement to achieve a comprehensive solution to the problems of drug abuse and violent crime. Funding for this budget comes primarily from federal grants with a partial match from General Fund appropriation. Created by the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1986, Section 1308 of the Act states that the chief executive of each state shall designate a State Administrative Agency (SAA). In 1987, the Office of Criminal Justice Assistance was designated by the Governor as the SAA for Nevada. In November of 2000, the Office of Criminal Justice Assistance was designated by the Governor as the state coordinator for the 1033 Department of Defense Excess Property Program, and the state point of contact for the 1122 General Services Administration (GSA) Purchasing Program. Statutory Authority: NRS 480.800No note
DPS - Motorcycle Safety ProgramSynopsis: The Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety, Motorcycle Safety Office plans and administers a safety program that includes motorcycle training for new and experienced riders. The program administrator consults regularly with the Governor's Motorcycle Advisory Board concerning the content and implementation of the program, approves course instruction programs and adopts rules and regulations necessary to carry out the program. The program also includes education of the driving public to increase awareness of motorcycles on our highways. Statutory Authority: NRS 482.480 and 486.372-377No note
DPS - NHP K-9 ProgramSynopsis: The Nevada Department of Public Safety, Highway Patrol Division, K-9 Drug Detection Program is dedicated to removing contraband from Nevada's highways; thereby reducing the amount of drugs that circulate through our community. Criminal intelligence gathered by the K-9 teams is utilized to keep the highways, interstates, and secondary streets in Nevada safe. The K-9 program is prepared to assist all allied and departmental agencies throughout the state anytime K-9 drug detection assistance is requested. Statutory Authority: NRS 480.360.No note
DPS - Office of Prof ResponsibilitySynopsis: The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) considers the professional conduct of its employees to be paramount. The Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) conducts administrative investigations of department employees and provides investigative assistance to all DPS divisions. Additionally, OPR provides training on how to conduct administrative investigations, misconduct versus job performance, and misconduct prevention measures.No note
DPS - Parole and ProbationSynopsis: The mission of the Division of Parole and Probation is to ensure public safety, offender accountability, and victims' rights through effective community corrections. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapters 176, 176A, 209 and 213.No note
DPS - Parole BoardSynopsis: The mission of the Nevada Board of Parole Commissioners is to conduct prompt, fair, impartial hearings on parole applications and parole violation matters and take appropriate action. Statutory Authority: NRS 213No note
DPS - State Emergency Response CommissionSynopsis: The mission of the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) is to protect the citizens of the State of Nevada against the negative effects of hazardous materials. The SERC is the executive agency for Nevada's compliance with the Federal Superfund Amendment Reauthorization Act (SARA), Title III, also known as the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA). As mandated by this Act, the SERC is responsible for collecting information from fixed facilities regarding the use and storage of hazardous materials. The information is provided to the public and first responders for both planning and reference purposes through a combined database coordinated with the State Fire Marshal's Office. Pursuant to NRS, fees are collected on the reports submitted. Funds support the Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) and state agencies with equipment, training, and planning activities needed to prevent and respond to hazardous material incidents. Statutory Authority: 42 U.S.C. 11001; NRS 459.735 through NRS 459.744.No note
DPS - Technology DivisionSynopsis: The 2007 Legislature formally codified the establishment of the Records and Technology Division within the Department of Public Safety with the passage of Senate Bill 38. The Technology Bureau provides to the department and statewide criminal justice agencies 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and 365 days a year technical support; computer resources; application development; and connectivity. The bureau's fifty-three employees support approximately 18,500 users statewide. There are approximately 1,500 Department of Public Safety (internal) users and approximately 17,000 users that access a variety of applications through the Justice Link (JLink) message switch (a subset of which are also DPS users).No note
DPS - Traffic SafetySynopsis: The Governor was given the power to establish the Office of Traffic Safety in order to secure the full benefits available under the Federal Highway Safety Office programs. Funds are authorized by Congress at or near the beginning of each federal fiscal year. Funds are expended on a reimbursement basis to local and state agencies that were awarded grants based upon the merit of their proposals to mitigate traffic safety problems in their jurisdictions. Proposals selected implement public information, awareness, and education campaigns; and fund innovative traffic enforcement programs and other community based countermeasures to improve traffic safety. Statutory Authority: NRS 223.200No note
DPS - Training DivisionSynopsis: The central purpose and role of the Nevada Department of Public Safety, Training Division is to develop, deliver, and facilitate training which promotes professionalism and competency within the ranks of the Nevada Public Safety agencies thereby enhancing the individual and collective ability to provide service to the citizens of the State of Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 480.130 and NRS 480.140.No note
Foreclosure Mediation ProgramSynopsis: The Foreclosure Mediation Program was created by the 2009 Legislature (Assembly Bill 149 which amended NRS chapter 107) to directly address the foreclosure crisis, to help keep families in their homes, and to provide an opportunity for homeowners and lenders to discuss alternatives to foreclosure. The costs of the program are funded from a share of the Notice of Default fees collected pursuant to subsection 11.(b). of NRS 107.080.No note
GCB - Gaming CommissionSynopsis: The Nevada Gaming Commission provides oversight on gaming policy, statutes, and regulations. This account provides resources for research and analysis of gaming issues.No note
GCB - Gaming Control BoardSynopsis: The Gaming Control Board is responsible for regulating Nevada's gaming industry. The Board's purpose is to protect the stability of the licensed gaming industry through investigations, licensure, and enforcement of laws and regulations; to ensure the collection of gaming taxes, which are an essential source of state revenue; and to maintain public confidence and trust in gaming.No note
GCB - Gaming Control Board Investigation FundSynopsis: The Gaming Control Board Investigative Fund was created as a special revenue fund for the purpose of paying all expenses incurred by the board and the commission to investigate a gaming application. Due to the unpredictable and fluctuating nature of the investigations and the subsequent funding to pay for them, it is difficult to predict the amount of money that will pass through this account and the type of expenditures which will occur. Statutory Authority: NRS 463.331.No note
GOED - Governor's Office of Economic DevSynopsis: The Nevada Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED) works to diversify and strengthen the state's economy by: attracting companies, subsidiaries, and divisions to locate into the state; assisting in the retention and expansion of existing Nevada companies; and helping new companies to start up in the state. GOED works closely with regional development authorities to identify, pursue, and achieve the goals of the GOED State Economic Development Plan released in February 2012. The GOED Plan focuses on seven sectors: aerospace and defense, energy, healthcare information technology, hospitality, tourism, and logistics and operations. Through the plan, GOED is also tasked with expanding global exports and foreign investment. To build the workforce required today and tomorrow, GOED closely collaborates with the Department of Education, Training and Rehabilitation; the Nevada System of Higher Education; and other organizations to identify opportunities to expand Nevada's workforce and provide the qualified people needed by the state's businesses.No note
GOED - Nevada Catalyst FundSynopsis: The Nevada Catalyst Fund is a newly formed grant program to be administered through a non-profit corporation. It is primarily designed to bolster efforts to attract new businesses to the state or assist with the substantial expansion of an existing business. The fund is designed to provide a discretionary grant to close a competitive gap for projects thereby creating jobs and investment in Nevada. To be eligible for Nevada Catalyst funds, a project must demonstrate a significant return on the state's investment and strong local support. The review process will consider a variety of factors including job creation, wages and benefits, capital investment, financial strength of the applicant, applicant's business history, analysis of the relevant business sector, and public and private sector financial support.No note
GOED - Nevada Film OfficeSynopsis: The Nevada Film Office's mission is to facilitate the diverse needs of film, television, entertainment, and multimedia productions that take place in Nevada; promote and increase the use of Nevada as a "filming location of choice" nationwide and around the world; solidify and enhance credibility, and raise visibility as a prime resource for film, television, music, and other production industries; and serve the citizens of the state through advancing the growth and success of these industries in Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 231.No note
GOED - Nevada Knowledge FundSynopsis: The Knowledge Fund was created through the passage of AB 449 during the 2011 legislative session in conjunction with the restructuring of Nevada's economic development. The purpose of the Knowledge Fund is to spur research and the commercialization of that research in areas in which the state has targeted for economic growth. Commercialization in knowledge-based industries creates high-paying jobs that support families and generate tax revenue. The Fund is an investment in the state's economic future and provides grants of funds in five allowable areas, including: 1. Establishing technology outreach programs throughout the state; 2. Recruiting, hiring, and retaining research teams and faculty; 3. Research laboratories and related equipment; 4. Construction of research facilities; and 5. Matching funds for federal and private sector grants and contract opportunities.No note
GOED - Nevada Ssbci ProgramSynopsis: On September 27, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 to help increase credit availability for small businesses. The Act created the State Small Business Credit Initiative and appropriated $1.5 billion to be used by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to provide direct support to states for use in programs designed to increase access to credit for small businesses. Pursuant to the Act, Treasury allocated funds to all fifty states according to a statutory formula that takes into account a state's job losses in proportion to the aggregate job losses of all states. Under the Act, each state or territory was guaranteed a minimum allocation of 0.9 percent of the $1.5 million.No note
GOED - Procurement Outreach ProgramSynopsis: The Procurement Outreach Program (POP) under the Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED) provides assistance to Nevada businesses to enable them to identify potential contractual opportunities with federal and/or state and local governments, government prime contractors, and to obtain or perform under contracts with these entities. Specialized assistance from POP may include locating marketing opportunities for Nevada businesses, educating clients about electronic commerce with government entities, various registrations and certification requirements, as well as bid/proposal preparation for submission to government entities. The result is creating jobs for Nevadans through businesses successfully contracting with government. This will bring federal dollars to the state and/or keep local tax dollars in Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 231 and Title 10 USC Chapter 142.No note
GOED - Rural Community DevelopmentSynopsis: The mission of Rural Community Development is to build rural Nevada communities where current and future generations can choose to live healthy, productive, and prosperous lives. Through collaboration with various government agencies, businesses, and non-profit groups, Rural Community Development assists rural communities to remain economically viable by improving living conditions and providing economic opportunities through the administration of the State Community Development Block Grant Program, training activities, and technical assistance. Rural Community Development helps provide communities with adequate infrastructure, suitable housing and living environments, and encourages sustainable community and economic development. Activities are focused primarily for the benefit of low-to-moderate income persons. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 231 , 24 CFR Part 570, 24 CFR Part 91.No note
Governor's Mansion MaintenanceSynopsis: The Mansion Maintenance account was created to staff, operate, and maintain the Governor's Mansion in Carson City. Additional allowances are included for the travel of the Governor's spouse to official functions.No note
Governor's Office Energy ConservationSynopsis: The mission of the Nevada State Office of Energy (NSOE) is to ensure that the wise development of the state's energy resources is in harmony with local community economic needs and that Nevada's natural resources to lead the nation in renewable energy production, energy efficiency, conservation, and exportation. The office facilitates cooperation between key stakeholders; leads initiatives to stimulate economic development, job growth, attract and retain energy-related businesses in the state; develop energy-related plans and recommendations; and collaborate with our local, regional and federal partners to ensure a reliable and sustainable clean energy system. Statutory Authority NRS 701 and 701A.No note
Governor's Office High Level Nuclear WasteSynopsis: The Agency for Nuclear Projects oversees the federal high-level radioactive waste disposal program; carries out independent technical, socioeconomic, and other studies; coordinates with state agencies and local governments on matters relating to radioactive waste and transportation; provides information to the Governor, Legislature, Commission on Nuclear Projects, the public, and any interested parties; and provides technical and policy support with regard to other federal nuclear waste activities in Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 459.009 - 459.0098.No note
Governor's Office State Fiscal Stabilization AccntSynopsis: The Education Job Fund (Ed Jobs) is a one-time appropriation of approximately $83.1 million. The Ed Jobs program, which is authorized under section 101 of Public Law No. 111-2226, provides essential resources to assist local school districts in saving or creating education jobs and helping to ensure that America's students are prepared to succeed in college and careers.No note
Governor's Office Veteran's Policy & CoordinationSynopsis: Create and promote an interagency approach to veteran education, employment, and wellness benefits. In addition marshal and align all available resources in order to reduce gaps in service, reduce duplications in services and otherwise better serve Nevada service members, veterans, their families and survivors.No note
Governor's Washington OfficeSynopsis: The Washington, D.C. office is responsible for identifying, monitoring, and providing information on selected federal issues of high priority to the State of Nevada, such as nuclear waste, transportation funding, and gaming. Other responsibilities include the identification of Economic Development Programs undertaken in other states that might be utilized in Nevada, dissemination of information on legislative decisions of importance to Nevada businesses, and assistance to encourage foreign investment in Nevada.No note
HHS-ADSD - Sierra Regional CenterSynopsis: The Sierra Regional Center provides a full-service developmental disabilities center which provides or purchases services for people with developmental disabilities and related conditions and their families. The center serves Washoe County and provides backup services to northern rural counties. Most services are funded by Medicaid Title XIX through the Home and Community Based Waiver and Targeted Case Management. Services purchased or provided include: service coordination, family supports, residential supports, jobs and day training, autism specific services, and quality assurance. Statutory Authority: NRS 433 and 435.No note
HHS-ADSD - Desert Regional CenterSynopsis: Desert Regional Center operates a full-service developmental disabilities center that provides or purchases services for people with developmental disabilities and related conditions and their families. The center serves Southern Nevada counties, including Clark and parts of Nye and Lincoln counties. Most services are funded by Medicaid Title XIX through the Home and Community Based Service (HCBS) Waiver and Targeted Case Management. Services purchased or provided include: service coordination, family supports, residential supports, jobs and day training, clinical services, and quality assurance. Statutory Authority: NRS 433 and 435.No note
HHS-ADSD - Early Intervention ServicesSynopsis: Nevada's Early Intervention Services identifies infants and toddlers who are at risk for or have developmental delays; provides services and support to families to meet the individualized developmental needs of their child; and facilitates the child's learning and participation in family and community life through the partnership of families, caregivers and service providers. Nevada Early Intervention Services has offices in Carson City, Reno, Elko, Las Vegas, and Ely. In addition, the program uses General Fund and Part C Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) funds to contract for early intervention services. Statutory Authority: NRS 439.200 and NRS 442.No note
HHS-ADSD - Family Preservation ProgramSynopsis: The Family Preservation Program (FPP) provides financial assistance on a monthly basis to low-income families residing in Nevada who are providing care in their home for family members with profound or severe mental retardation. Also covered are children under six years of age who have developmental delays that require support equivalent to that required by a person with profound or severe mental retardation or a related condition. The purpose of this assistance is to help offset expenses necessary to meet the special needs of the person with mental retardation and to help strengthen and support families, thereby keeping families intact and reducing the need for out-of-home placement. Families use assistance payments to obtain specialized supplies or equipment (wheelchairs, clothing, diapers, therapy services, special diets, transportation services) and general income supplementation. Statutory Authority NRS 435.365.No note
HHS-ADSD - Federal Programs and AdministrationSynopsis: The mission of the Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is to provide leadership and advocacy in the planning, development, and delivery of a high quality, comprehensive support service system across the lifespan, to allow all of Nevada's elders, children, and adults with disabilities, or special health care needs to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs. This budget account includes the Resource Development Unit which is part of the Supportive Services Unit, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program which is part of the Elder Rights Unit, and agency administration. The Resource Development Unit is responsible for grants administration, community resource development, as well as the Taxi Assistance Program, formerly Senior Ride, and the Community Advocates for Elders Program. The Community Advocates for Elders Program, authorized by NRS 427A.300, provides coordination of resources and assistance to persons who are sixty years of age or older and do not reside in facilities for long-term care. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is established under Title III and Title VII of the Older Americans Act and NRS 427A.125. This program receives, investigates, and resolves complaints made by or on behalf of residents 60 years of age or older living in long-term care facilities. Elder Rights Specialists i.e. Long-Term Care Ombudsmen ensure the health, safety, and civil rights of residents are protected. Agency administration includes general administration, fiscal services, information technology, personnel services, and the Elder Rights Attorney. Statutory Authority: NRS 427A.122.No note
HHS-ADSD - Home and Community Based ServicesSynopsis: The mission of the Aging and Disability Services Division is to provide leadership and advocacy in the planning, development, and delivery of a high-quality, comprehensive support service system across the lifespan to allow all of Nevada's elders, children, and adults with disabilities or special health care needs, to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs. This budget account includes Disability Services unit, Community Based Care, and Elder Protective services. The Disability Services unit provides resources at the community level that assist people with severe disabilities and their families in helping them to live as independently as possible, and to live in an integrated setting. The Community Based Care (CBC) unit provides service to those seniors and persons with disabilities most at risk through the Home and Community Based Waiver (HCBW) for the Frail Elderly, Assisted Living Waiver (AL), Community Service Options Program for the Elderly (COPE), Homemaker Program, and Personal Assistance Services (PAS) to provide alternatives to nursing home placement. The Elder Protective Services (EPS) Program, which is part of the Elder Rights Unit, receives and investigates reports of abuse, neglect, self neglect, exploitation, and isolation of persons aged 60 years and older.No note
HHS-ADSD - IDEA Part CSynopsis: The IDEA Part C Office monitors quality, compliance, and outcomes of programs and activities conducted by agencies, institutions, organizations, and providers for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. This includes facilitating the coordination of payment by federal, state, local, and private sources; enhancing the state's capacity to provide quality services; expanding and improving existing services; and enhancing the capacity of state and local agencies to identify, evaluate, and meet the needs of historically under-represented populations. Statutory Authority: Part C of IDEA established in 1986.No note
HHS-ADSD - Rural Regional CenterSynopsis: Rural Regional Center operates six Developmental Services Centers that provide or purchase services for people with developmental disabilities and related conditions and their families. The centers serve Nevada counties with the exception of Washoe, Clark, and parts of Nye, Lincoln, and Esmeralda. Most services are funded by Medicaid Title XIX through the Home and Community Based Waiver and Targeted Case Management. Services purchased or provided include: service coordination, family supports, residential supports, jobs and day training, clinical services, and quality assurance. Statutory Authority: NRS 433 and 435.No note
HHS-ADSD - Senior Rx and Disability RxSynopsis: The Nevada Senior Rx and Disability Rx programs assist eligible applicants to obtain essential prescription medications. Members who are not eligible for Medicare pay ten dollars for generic drugs and twenty-five dollars for brand name drugs. Members who are eligible for Medicare receive help with the monthly premium for their Medicare Part D plan and may use the program as a secondary payer for prescription medication during the Medicare Part D coverage gap. Senior Rx statutory authority: NRS 439.635 - 439.795 and NAC 439.750 - 439.790; Disability Rx statutory authority: NRS 439.705 - 439.795 and NAC 439.750 - 439.790; RX Programs funding authority: Tobacco funding - NRS 439.630.No note
HHS-ADSD - Tobacco Settlement ProgramSynopsis: The Aging and Disability Services Division supports the Independent Living Grants of the Fund for a Healthy Nevada. The Independent Living Grants enhance the independent living of older Nevadans through services enabling older persons to remain at home and avoid institutional placement. The services provided include transportation, information assistance and advocacy, adult day care, legal assistance, homemaker services, companion, respite, home repair, and caregiver support services.No note
HHS-DCFS - Caliente Youth CenterSynopsis: The Caliente Youth Center (CYC) is a secure, juvenile residential facility located 150 miles north of Las Vegas on the east side of U.S. Highway 93 in Caliente, Nevada. There are seven housing units situated on thirty-five acres with a maximum capacity of 140 youth. CYC serves male and female clients between 12 to 18 years of age. CYC is authorized and governed by NRS Chapter 63 State Facilities for Detention of Children and those applicable statutes contained within NRS Chapter 62A Juvenile Justice General Provisions. The programming at CYC addresses delinquent youth who also may have been victims of abuse, abandonment, and neglect, working closely with both public and private agencies in accomplishing goals. Staff from CYC coordinate with the Nevada Youth Parole Bureau and the Interstate Compact on Juveniles to ensure the youth receive the best possible aftercare services once they are released from CYC's jurisdiction. Youth who apply themselves to reach their goals in the shortest time possible typically achieve parole release within six to seven months. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 63No note
HHS-DCFS - Child Welfare TrustSynopsis: The Child Welfare Trust Fund account was established pursuant to NRS 432.037 to receive benefits for survivors or other awards payable to children receiving child welfare services in a county whose population is less than 100,000, which must be deposited in the State Treasury for credit to the fund including Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. The Division maintains a separate account for each child who receives money and deducts from the account any services to the child provided by public money. Surplus balances are distributed in accordance with guidance from the entity the funds were received. Interest accrued is credited to the budget account by the Treasurer's Office and then credited to each child's separate account maintained in the Trust Fund for Child Welfare at the end of each interest period.No note
HHS-DCFS - Children, Youth & Family AdministrationSynopsis: The Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) within the Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for child protective and child welfare service delivery in rural Nevada; oversight of urban county-operated child protective and welfare services, a provider of children's mental/behavioral health treatment and residential services in urban Nevada; and statewide juvenile justice services including state-operated youth training centers and youth parole. The mission of the DCFS is to provide support and services to assist Nevada's children and families in reaching their full human potential.No note
HHS-DCFS - Clark County Child WelfareSynopsis: In the 2011 Legislative session, the funding for Clark County Department of Family Services (CCDFS) by the Division changed. Currently, CCDFS receives an annual capped block grant each year to support child welfare services. This funding de-categorized the general funds appropriated for the purpose of child welfare integration and allows the agency to redirect child welfare funding to services not restricted by traditional definitions and funding limitations, but driven by the needs of children and families in their community. CCDSS has the ability to retain locally all of the savings generated if the services provided by the county cost less than the amount budgeted. This funding is contingent upon the counties meeting a minimum maintenance of effort. Specifically, the counties must maintain the amount of local funds spent for child welfare and child protective services at a level equal to or greater than the amount appropriated for fiscal year 2011. In addition, within this current funding mechanism is a process to support a fiscal incentive program designed to stimulate and support improvement in key areas identified in the agency improvement plan. A second allocation is included that will estimate each biennium the cost attributed to the projected caseload growth for the adoption assistance program to ensure adoptions are continuously reinforced and each Legislative session the funding can be determined based on historical adoption growth. Lastly, the agency which provides child welfare services, must submit annually an agency improvement plan and data demonstrating the progress they have made toward meeting the specific performance targets set forth in the plan. The agency improvement plan is an integral part of the quality division's oversight role.No note
HHS-DCFS - Community Juvenile Justice ProgramsSynopsis: The Juvenile Justice Program sub-grants funds to local units of government and private agencies for programs including: removing juveniles from adult jails; de-institutionalizing status offenders; reducing the disproportionate incarceration of minority offenders; specialized programs for Native American youth; enforcing underage drinking laws; and community-based delinquency prevention programs. This budget account supports the Social Services Chief who performs compliance and monitoring of jails and lockups; provides legislative support on juvenile justice bills; serves as Nevada's Juvenile Justice Specialist; supports the Juvenile Justice Commission; prepares monitoring and performance reports for the various grant programs including Grants Management System reporting on the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention web site; and implements contracts. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 62 and the Federal Juvenile Justice Act.No note
HHS-DCFS - Juvenile Correctional FacilitySynopsis: Summit View Youth Correctional Center (SVYCC) was a maximum-security youth correctional facility with a maximum capacity of ninety-six beds that provided programming and services to male juvenile offenders located near the Las Vegas urban center. During the 2010 Special Legislative Session, this facility was closed due to budget reductions. Youth were transferred to the Nevada Youth Training Center in Elko, paroled to the Youth Parole Bureau, or transferred to local jurisdictions. This budget requests funding for a full-time Facility Supervisor including associated position costs, service contracts, utilities, and debt service expense required for the maintenance and security of the closed facility until the property is sold or leased. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 63No note
HHS-DCFS - Nevada Youth Training CenterSynopsis: The Nevada Youth Training Center (NYTC) is a residential juvenile correctional facility serving male youth between the ages of twelve and eighteen who are committed by the state's district courts for correctional care. Bed space of the facility was reduced to 110 from 160 beds during the 2011 Legislative session. The facility is located in Elko, Nevada and operates a junior/senior high school program offering required and elective academic subjects, remedial programs (reading, math, language), special education, and vocational education. Youth also receive counseling conducted individually or in small and large groups, monthly treatment team meetings, and substance abuse counseling. Youth who apply themselves to reach their goals in the shortest amount of time possible typically achieve parole release within six to seven months. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 63No note
HHS-DCFS - Northern NV Child & Adolescent ServicesSynopsis: Northern Nevada Child and Adolescent Services (NNCAS) provides assessment, care coordination, and a comprehensive continuum of mental health care services for emotionally disturbed children and adolescents from birth through eighteen years of age in accordance with NRS 433B. Children served are uninsured, under-insured, or fee-for-service Medicaid recipients. Services are provided in a community-based center. NNCAS center services include early childhood mental health services and outpatient mental health services providing individual, group and family therapies, intensive targeted case management, and early childhood day treatment. Residential services are provided at selected sites and include the Family Learning Homes and the Adolescent Treatment Center. Psychiatric services are provided for children in early childhood mental health, outpatient, and residential services. Services are provided in strengths-based, individualized processes that respect and value the family's decision-making and culture. The goal for every child is to provide services within the least restrictive environment and support remaining in or returning to family care with the support of community-based services. Statutory Authority: NRS 433, 433A and 433B.No note
HHS-DCFS - Review of Death of ChildrenSynopsis: The Child Death Review account supports statewide child death review activities by the mandated Administrative Team and the Executive Committee to Review the Death of Children. The activities of the child death review committees include the development of statewide protocols; training and multidisciplinary teams; the compilation of child death statistics; and an annual report of recommendations on improving the laws, regulations and policies related to child death review. The Committee to Review the Death of Children is comprised of an Executive Committee which consists of eleven representatives and an Administrative Team currently consisting of nine representatives from state and local government agencies throughout Nevada which provide child welfare services and agencies that are responsible for vital statistics, public health, mental health and public safety. Statutory Authority: NRS 432B.403 through NRS 432B.409No note
HHS-DCFS - Rural Child WelfareSynopsis: The Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) Rural Region Child Welfare supports child protective services and other related child welfare services to the 15 Rural counties in the state through its Rural Region offices. The DCFS Rural Region is seperated into 4 districts, each providing services to multiple counties. Child welfare services include emergency response (child protection) and the continuum of ongoing services to families through a comprehensive case planning process that provides initial assessment and comprehensive case management services that support the child, the parents and the caregivers. The continuum includes emergency shelter care, foster family care (including relative placements), group home care, therapuetic foster care, residential treatment care for both in and out of state placements, Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children (ICPC), Foster Care Licensing, Independent Living (IL) services and adoption. Additional services to support the child and their family include in-home counseling, Intensive Family Services (IFS), early childhood services and designated outpatient services.No note
HHS-DCFS - Southern NV Child & Adolescent ServicesSynopsis: Southern Nevada Child and Adolescent Services (SNCAS) provides assessment, care coordination, and a comprehensive continuum of mental health care services for emotionally disturbed children and adolescents from birth through eighteen years of age in accordance with NRS 433B. Children served are uninsured, under-insured, or fee-for-service Medicaid recipients. Services are provided in five Neighborhood Family Service Centers. SNCAS center services are both office and home-based and include early childhood mental health services and outpatient children's clinical services providing individual, group and family therapies, intensive clinical case management, and early childhood day treatment. Intensive clinical case management services through the Wraparound in Nevada Program (WIN), budget account 3278, are also provided from the five centers. Residential services are provided at the West Charleston campus and include the Oasis On-Campus Treatment Homes which provides intensive treatment home services and Desert Willow Treatment Center, which provide inpatient acute psychiatric and residential treatment center services. Psychiatric services are provided for children in early childhood mental health, outpatient, and residential services. Services are provided in strength-based, individualized processes that respect and value the family's decision-making and culture. The goal for every child is to provide services within the least restrictive environment and support remaining in or returning to family care with the support of community-based services. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapters 433, 433A and 433BNo note
HHS-DCFS - Transition From Foster CareSynopsis: The Transition from Foster Care budget account assists persons, who turn eighteen while in foster care in Nevada, to transition from foster care to economic self-sufficiency. Assembly Bill 94 of the 2001 Legislative Session authorized the collection of a $1 fee for recording a document, instrument, notice, deed or other writing to be used to assist persons formerly in foster care. Funds may be (a) disbursed on behalf of qualifying persons on the basis of need to obtain goods and services, including: job training, housing assistance, and medical insurance; (b) granted to non-profit community organizations; or (c) expended to provide matching money required as a condition of a federal grant. Money in this budget account at the end of any fiscal year remains in the account and does not revert to any other fund, but is balanced forward into the next fiscal year.No note
HHS-DCFS - UNITY/SACWISSynopsis: Information Management Services (IMS) is the unit within the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) that supports the technology needs of the division and the county child welfare agencies. IMS maintains two major computer applications: Unified Nevada Information Technology for Youth (UNITY) and Avatar. UNITY is the Nevada-specific acronym for the federally mandated Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS). The UNITY application became fully operational statewide in September 2003. Child welfare agencies nationwide are required to submit adoption and foster care information electronically to the Administration for Children and Families as per Public Law 103-66 (Omnibus Reconciliation Act). Child protective services intake and case management has been fully automated to ensure timely and accurate communications between state and county entities. In addition UNITY is the system of record for the Youth Parole Bureau. Avatar is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliant case management and billing system that supports children's mental health. It has been operational since August 2005. In addition to maintaining these two applications, IMS provides helpdesk support and application training to all three Nevada child welfare agencies (DCFS, Clark County Department of Family Services and Washoe County Department of Social Services); and network, and desktop computer support for DCFS.No note
HHS-DCFS - Victims of Domestic ViolenceSynopsis: The Victims of Domestic Violence program awards grants to non-profit entities statewide to provide direct services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Services include shelter, crisis phone access, emergency assistance, advocacy, hospital accompaniment, and counseling. Viable programs are sustained in all seventeen Nevada counties with trained staff and volunteers. The Division of Child and Family Services has responsibility for monitoring domestic violence programs to ensure compliance with NRS 217.400 through 217.460 for granting funds from the domestic violence account, maintaining financial records, and evaluating services provided. Funding for this program comes from marriage license fees. The Victims of Domestic Violence account was established for the purpose of managing these funds. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 217.No note
HHS-DCFS - WASHOE County Child WelfareSynopsis: In the 2011 Legislative session, the funding for Washoe County Department of Social Services (WCDSS) by the Division changed. Currently, WCDSS receives an annual capped block grant each year to support child welfare services. This funding de-categorized the general funds appropriated for the purpose of child welfare integration and allows the agency to redirect child welfare funding to services not restricted by traditional definitions and funding limitations, but driven by the needs of children and families in their community. WCDSS has the ability to retain locally all of the savings generated if the services provided by the county cost less than the amount budgeted. This funding is contingent upon the counties meeting a minimum maintenance of effort. Specifically, the counties must maintain the amount of local funds spent for child welfare and child protective services at a level equal to or greater than the amount appropriated for fiscal year 2011. In addition, within this current funding mechanism is a process to support a fiscal incentive program designed to stimulate and support improvement in key areas identified in the agency improvement plan. A second allocation is included that will estimate each biennium the cost attributed to the projected caseload growth for the adoption assistance program to ensure adoptions are continuously reinforced and each Legislative session the funding can be determined based on historical adoption growth. Lastly, the agency which provides child welfare services, must submit annually an agency improvement plan and data demonstrating the progress they have made toward meeting the specific performance targets set forth in the plan. The agency improvement plan is an integral part of the quality Division's oversight role.No note
HHS-DCFS - Youth Alternative PlacementSynopsis: The Youth Alternative Placement budget account was established to provide financial support to each regional facility for the detention of children who have been adjudicated delinquent by Nevada courts. There are three regional facilities; two are located in Douglas County (China Spring Youth Camp and Aurora Pines Youth Camp), and one is located in Clark County (Spring Mountain Youth Camp). The China Spring Youth Camp/Aurora Pines Girls Facility is dedicated to helping approximately 40 male and 16 female, mid-level offenders between the ages of 12 and 18, develop skills, knowledge and the experience necessary to promote health and resiliency, stop the progression of problems caused by delinquent behavior, and interpret and avoid high risk behavior patterns in an emotionally safe, comforting, challenging, and nurturing environment. The facility provides structure and programs to assist juvenile offenders to overcome their delinquent behavior, as well as opportunities to correct thinking errors, practice positive new social skills, and facilitate reintegration into the family and community. The Spring Mountain Youth Camp, and its community-based program, provides residential treatment for approximately 112 youth between the ages of 12 and 18. The programs at Spring Mountain Youth Camp provide for therapeutic, educational, social, medical, and recreational needs. Counseling and therapy are provided to the youth as needed through Clark County's psychological services. Aftercare services are provided by a team which includes probation officers and a mental health therapist who begin contact with youth prior to placement and continues through completion of probation. This program operates in cooperation with, and is supported by, local law enforcement agencies, the Clark County School District, and various state agencies. Statutory Authority: NRS 62B.150No note
HHS-DCFS - Youth Parole ServicesSynopsis: Youth Parole Services provides supervision and case management services to delinquent youth committed to the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) Youth Correctional Services. Caseloads consist of: delinquent youth committed to state youth institutions; youth on parole from such institutions; youth referred to Nevada for parole supervision from other states through the Interstate Compact on Juveniles (NRS 62I); youth committed to DCFS who require both correctional and mental health residential treatment; and youth under the age of twelve who are committed to DCFS for correctional care, but who cannot by law be placed in an institutional setting. Parole aftercare services are provided to youth through a continuum of services starting with client and family assessment, institutional visitation, and pre-release parole planning with youth while the youth are in the state youth correctional facilities. Based on these contacts, youth are provided with a reputable placement and appropriate parole programming. Youth unable to return to parents or guardians are provided residential care through division contracts for foster care, group care, and residential treatment programs. While on parole, each youth is supervised to ensure compliance with conditions of parole and state and local laws. Counseling and guidance is provided to facilitate the youth's successful participation in an educational and/or vocational program. Through day treatment classes and individual and group counseling, Youth Parole counselors assist parolees in the development of competencies in their personal lives. Issues of anger control, substance abuse, gender specific issues, gang membership, impulse control, social skills and decision-making are addressed on an individual basis. Youth Parole Services operates the Interstate Compact on Juveniles which regulates the transfer of juvenile probation and parole supervision across state boundaries and is charged with arranging the return of delinquent runaways on demand. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapters 62, 62I, and 63No note
HHS-DO - AdministrationSynopsis: The Director's Office manages the various services and programs administered and operated by the department's divisions/offices within their respective subject areas. Programs managed within the Director's Office include: Office of Suicide Prevention, Head Start State Collaboration Office, and the Grants Management Unit. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.290-465.No note
HHS-DO - Children's Trust AccountSynopsis: Effective July 1, 1985, Chapter 432 of the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) was amended to create the Children's Trust Account. Revenues for this account are derived from a $3.00 fee on Nevada birth and death certificates. Additionally, Nevada has received a federal grant that was awarded in accordance with section 201 of Title II of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (Community-Based Family Resource Program) Public Law 103-252. Funds in the Children's Trust Account are to be used to support programs and services designed to prevent abuse and neglect of children. Statutory Authority: NRS 432.131 - NRS 432.133.No note
HHS-DO - Consumer Health AssistanceSynopsis: The Office for Consumer Health Assistance, which includes the Bureau of Hospital Patients and the Office of Minority Health, provides a single point of contact for consumers, including members of minority groups and injured workers regarding healthcare issues. The objective is to assist them in understanding their rights and responsibilities under Nevada law and health care plans, including industrial insurance policies. In addition, the office disseminates information through outreach activities including counseling, education and advocacy to increase awareness of and access to health care services. Statutory Authority: Nevada Revised Statute 223.550 and 232.467.No note
HHS-DO - Developmental DisabilitiesSynopsis: The Nevada Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities advocates for the rights of people with developmental disabilities so they may fully participate in and contribute to all aspects of community life. This includes enjoying a secure home, family, friends, education, services, and meaningful work. Public Law 106.402No note
HHS-DO - Grants Management UnitSynopsis: The Grants Management Unit consolidates the function and management of grant programs that pass funds through to community level and state sub-recipients. The Grants Management Unit was created to ensure the standardization of procedures, simplification of accounting, and co-location of staff. The efficiencies realized allow the department to use fewer funds for administrative purposes and to pass more funds to grantees providing direct services. Grantees have also benefited from the standardized procedures used to request funding.No note
HHS-DO - Healthy Nevada FundSynopsis: The Fund for a Healthy Nevada is organizationally assigned to the Department of Health and Human Services' Director's Office. This account acts as a pass-through account to Budget Account 3195, Grants Management Unit, where grants to prevent, reduce, and treat the use of tobacco and its consequences, and grants to improve the health of children and persons with disabilities are administered.No note
HHS-DO - Indigent Supplemental AccountSynopsis: The Supplemental Fund for Medical Assistance to Indigent Persons provides reimbursement to Nevada counties for certain unpaid hospital charges for medical treatment of indigent persons.No note
HHS-DO - Problem GamblingSynopsis: Established during the 2005 Legislative Session, this revolving account supports programs for the prevention and treatment of problem gambling. The Department of Health and Human Services Director's Office administers this account. The funds must be expended only to award grants of money or contracts for services to state agencies and other political subdivisions of the state or to organizations or educational institutions to provide programs for the prevention and treatment of problem gambling. Statutory authority: NRS 458A.No note
HHS-DO - Public DefenderSynopsis: The Office of the Nevada State Public Defender provides equal protection under the law in accordance with the United States Constitution and Nevada Constitution by representing indigent adults and juveniles accused of committing crimes in certain rural areas of Nevada or in one of Nevada's prisons. This representation is performed from arrest through trial, sentencing, and appeal. In addition to representing indigent adults and juveniles, the office handles appeals for denial of post-conviction habeas corpus petitions for state prison inmates accused of a crime. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapters 180 and 260.No note
HHS-DPBH - AdministrationSynopsis: Working in partnership with consumers, families, advocacy groups, agencies, and diverse communities, the Division of Behaviorial Health provides responsive services and informed leadership to ensure quality outcomes. The division's mission includes treatment in the least restrictive environment, prevention, education, habilitation and rehabilitation for Nevadans challenged with mental illness or mental retardation. These services are designed to maximize each individual's degree of independence, functioning and satisfaction. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapters 433, 433A, and 433B, specifically NRS 433.254.No note
HHS-DPBH - Alcohol Tax ProgramSynopsis: The mission of the Alcohol Tax Program is to treat alcohol addiction in Nevada. Nevada Revised Statute (NRS) 369.174 states that the tax in excess of $3.45 per wine gallon on liquor containing more than twenty-two percent of alcohol by volume will be transferred to this budget account. NRS 458.097 states that this money will be used to increase services for the prevention of alcohol and drug abuse through detoxification and rehabilitation services.No note
HHS-DPBH - Biostatistics and EpidemiologySynopsis: The Biostatistics and Epidemiology budget account serves the Nevada State Health Division's Office of Public Health Informatics and Epidemiology (OPHIE). The mission of the OPHIE is to conduct disease surveillance, investigate disease outbreaks, and provide quality, timely, and relevant data and statistics to supportive public health stakeholders. To carry out this mission, the OPHIE records and analyzes reportable disease information; conducts interviews with infected individuals and their contacts; refers individuals for medical treatment; analyzes data from disease investigations; identifies risk factors; provides education and recommendations on disease prevention; and works in conjunction with appropriate agencies to enforce communicable disease laws. Staff in the OPHIE also performs data management, quality assurance, analysis, and reporting in a broad spectrum of public health areas. The OPHIE houses many core public health datasets, including communicable disease registries, inpatient hospital discharge data, births, deaths, fetal deaths, abortions, marriages, divorces, and others. Common elements between databases enable matching or linking of these databases in order to provide newly accessible and standardized information for analytical and programmatic purposes. Extracted databases derived from each database and linked databases are available for statistical data analysis. Analyses are compiled in a variety of reports, which are posted on the Public Health's website, making the data available for program evaluation and planning and policy development. Statutory Authority: NRS 439, 440, 441A, 442, 450B, and 457.No note
HHS-DPBH - Cancer Control RegistrySynopsis: The primary purpose of the Statewide Cancer Registry is to collect and maintain a record of reportable cases of cancer in the state. The data is used to evaluate the appropriateness of measures for the prevention and control of cancer and to conduct comprehensive epidemiological surveys of cancer and cancer related deaths. Statutory Authority: NRS 457.No note
HHS-DPBH - Child Care ServicesSynopsis: The Child Care Licensing program is responsible for licensing and monitoring child care facilities and institutions. Child Care Licensing moved to the Health Division as a result of the 2011 Legislative session and became a component of the Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance. The Board for Health adopts Regulations and Standards for Child Care and determines license fees for child care facilities. The program has the responsibility for initial licensing, continued monitoring, and providing technical assistance to child care facilities caring for five or more children not licensed by local entities. Facilities include child care centers, on-site centers, care for ill children, special needs centers, pre-schools, nurseries for infants and toddlers, accommodation facilities, family care homes, group care homes, institutions, and outdoor youth programs. These functions are statewide and jurisdiction includes all rural counties and the incorporated areas of Clark County. The program covers designated federal, state, city, and county operated programs for children. All areas of responsibility are also monitored for illegal, unlicensed child care operations with complaints investigated to bring facilities into compliance with state laws by licensing or reducing the number of children in care. Child care training is delivered mainly through contracted services.No note
HHS-DPBH - Chronic DiseaseSynopsis: There are six long-term programs/funding sources in this budget account: Preventive Health and Human Services Block Grant, Women's Health Connection, Comprehensive Cancer Control, Colorectal Cancer Screening Program, Tobacco Prevention and Education, and Diabetes Prevention and Control Programs. Two new programs were added in state fiscal year 2012 for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. The Coordinated Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Program, which strives to enhance program capacity and integration. Secondly, the Oral Health Program (OHP) will be transferred from Maternal Child Health Services, budget account 3222 to budget account 3220 to integrate and align with Chronic Disease Management and PPBB Activities. OHP is a vital part of the Chronic Disease Program mission. This request includes the transfer of four full time positions.No note
HHS-DPBH - Communicable DiseasesSynopsis: The mission of the HIV/AIDS Section is to work with local health authorities and the general public to prevent and control communicable and sexually transmitted diseases (STD), including HIV, AIDS, chlamydia, syphilis, gonorrhea, and hepatitis in Nevada. The Sexually Transmitted Disease Program, the HIV/AIDS Surveillance Program, and the Hepatitis Program were transferred to budget account 3219, Biostatistics and Epidemiology, in state fiscal year 2012. The base budget includes the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program provided by Housing and Urban Development, HIV Prevention program, Federal Ryan White Comprehensive Care Act program and Rebates used to support the program. The HIV/AIDS Section consists of the following: HIV Prevention, Ryan White CARE Part B, AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), and Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS. The program's functions are achieved through collaborative relationships with public and community-based organizations, local health authorities, community members, and other key stakeholders. Primary activities of HIV Prevention include: coordination of statewide HIV community planning and the development of an annual comprehensive HIV prevention plan; the provision of training and technical assistance to local health authorities and community-based organizations that offer screening and testing; risk reduction education and counseling; drug treatment; and other community-based wellness activities. Additionally, the HIV Prevention Program is tasked with ensuring that new Center For Disease Control HIV prevention strategies and initiatives are implemented statewide. This ensures that Nevadans are receiving the latest behavioral interventions available. Primary activities of Ryan White CARE Part B program include the provision of HIV/AIDS medications and community-based services to individuals infected and affected with HIV/AIDS. Medications, treatments, and other services are provided through agreements with community-based organizations, pharmacies, and HIV/AIDS specialty clinics. Program income consists of 340B drug rebates received on drugs purchased and is used to support the program. This program income remains with the subgrantee and is added to resources committed to the project to further objectives and cover program costs. Rebate revenue has increased significantly in the last three years. Additional services will be added in state fiscal years 14 and 15 and will be funded with this increase in revenue. See the E225 decision unit for additional information. HOPWA provides housing assistance and supportive services for individuals living with HIV/AIDS. HOPWA funding is utilized to establish, coordinate and develop housing assistance resources or to acquire, maintain or repair facilities. Services are provided through a contract with a community-based organization. Statutory Authority: NRS 441A and NRS 439.No note
HHS-DPBH - Community Health ServicesSynopsis: The Community Health Nursing (CHN) Program provides public health services in fourteen of Nevada's rural counties. Eleven of these counties have community health nursing clinics; Elko, Eureka, and Storey Counties have Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) but no CHN clinics. The CHN program provides public health preparedness (PHP) coverage and epidemiology assistance in twelve counties; Lyon and Douglas Counties began receiving their PHP and epidemiology coverage by Carson City Health and Human Services in the fall of 2011. Essential public health nursing services include adult and child immunizations, Early Periodic Screening Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT) examinations, including lead testing; family planning, cancer screening, and identification/treatment of communicable diseases such as Tuberculosis (TB), Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Two Community Health Nurses (CHNs) function as the school health nurse in those rural districts without school nurses (Lincoln and Esmeralda Counties). In SFY12, the CHN program started formal relationships with the Nevada Statewide Coalition Partnership through subgrants. The goals of these subgrants are to provide outreach and education to the community so that the CHNs can be in the clinics providing direct services. In SFY12, the CHN program received federal family planning dollars to expand the practice management system software, Lytec, to purchase LytecMD, an electronic health record program that meets the federal requirements for meaningful use. This system is fully operational, and captures time and effort, service reports, accounts receivable documentation and reports, and many other useful features to assure the clinics are individually and collectively maximizing their revenue enhancement opportunities, and complying with federal regulations.No note
HHS-DPBH - Consumer Health ProtectionSynopsis: Environmental Health Services (EHS) involves those aspects of public health concerned with the factors, circumstances, and conditions in the environment or surroundings of humans that can exert an influence on health and well-being. The EHS section uses tools such as permitting, management, education, enforcement, consultation, and emergency response for the purpose of preventing environmental health hazards, the promotion and protection of the public health and the environment in the following areas: food protection; bottled water plants and distributors; cosmetic plants; public accommodations; recreational vehicle parks; institutional environmental health; recreational swimming areas and waters; solid and liquid waste management; onsite septic systems; water sanitation; and emergency preparedness. All food-borne illness complaints are investigated, as well as truck wrecks and fires that involve food and drugs. Services and public education are provided throughout the state, in a variety of fields including sanitation courses for food service workers and managers. Offices are located in Carson City, Elko, Winnemucca, Ely, Fallon, and Las Vegas. This program assures safe food and healthful public facilities and institutions, creating a foundation of public confidence that encourages economic development. School students are assured a healthful environment in which to focus their educational achievement; visitors are assured of their health and safety, thus encouraged to come to Nevada to take part in gaming and non-gaming business, and tourist-related industries. Statutory Authority: NRS 432A, NRS 439, NRS 445A, NRS 446, NRS 447, NRS 449, NRS 583, and NRS 585.No note
HHS-DPBH - Emergency Medical ServicesSynopsis: The purpose of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program is to promote and support a system that provides prompt, efficient, and appropriate emergency medical care, ambulance transportation, and trauma care to the people of Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 450B.No note
HHS-DPBH - Facility for the Mental OffenderSynopsis: The mission of the Lake's Crossing Center facility is to provide statewide forensic mental health services in a secure setting to mentally disordered offenders who have been deemed incompetent to stand trial, referred from the court system, so they can be restored to competency and can be referred back to the court system to stand trial. Lake's Crossing Center also treats very difficult to manage patients from other facilities in the state until they can return to a less restrictive setting, as well as clients acquitted as not guilty by reason of insanity; and dangerous, unrestorable clients. Statutory Authority: NRS 175, 178 and 433.No note
HHS-DPBH - Health Facilities Hospital LicensingSynopsis: The mission of the Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance (HCQC) is to protect the safety and welfare of the public through regulation, licensing, enforcement and education. The mission of the health facilities section of HCQC is promotion and advocacy of quality health care. The health facilities section accomplishes its mission by evaluating the quality of health care provided to residents/patients of medical facilities, medical laboratories and facilities for the dependent. This section also evaluates qualifications and issues licenses to certain allied health professionals, such as medical laboratory personnel, dietitians and music therapists. This section has environmental health specialists that conduct kitchen inspections in health facilities and an infection prevention and control team that provides evaluation, consultation and education. Evaluation of health facilities is accomplished through onsite observations, documentation review, interviews and attestations. Initial and periodic inspections are conducted and complaints are investigated or administrative interventions are accomplished for immediate resolution of health care consumer concerns. When necessary, licensees receive appropriate administrative sanctions and fines. The health facilities section also has an agreement with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to conduct inspections in certain medical facilities. The health facilities section also has an agreement with CMS to certify certain medical laboratories for compliance with the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). The health facilities section is responsible for dissemination of health facility regulation information and education for the public, other governmental entities, and health facility applicants/providers. This section also partners with several industry groups for ongoing communication and strategies regarding regulatory issues.No note
HHS-DPBH - Health Facilities-Admin PenaltySynopsis: This account is accounted for separately and includes administrative sanctions collected from health facilities found to be in violation of statutes and regulations. The revenue from sanctions vary from year to year, based on inspection findings and egregious events that are not predictable. Statutes authorize the division to use money in the fund for training and education to employees of Public Health, employees of medical facilities, and members of the general public regarding issues relating to the provision of quality and safe health care. Statutory Authority: NRS 449.163, NRS 449.447, NRS 449.093, NRS 449.170, NRS 449.2486, NRS 449.210, NRS 449.2496, NRS 449.0308.No note
HHS-DPBH - Health Statistics and PlanningSynopsis: Vital Statistics are an integral part of the public health infrastructure that collects data and provides information used for policy and decision making. This information is often key in the complicated adoption process, establishment of paternities, and most importantly, the establishment of identities which enable the general population to become eligible to secure benefits and services from both public and private sector agencies. The Office of Vital Records (OVR) issues certified birth and death certificates, maintains and protects all vital records, and processes all legal corrections and amendments to these vital records. OVR participates in the National Vital Statistics System and responds to the data and statistical needs of policy makers, health programs, health care providers, businesses, researchers, media, educational institutions and the public. Statutory Authority: NRS 440No note
HHS-DPBH - Immunization ProgramSynopsis: The major functions of the Nevada State Immunization Program are to work with state and county health agencies and the private medical community to promote vaccinations among infants, children, and adults to increase immunization rates and reduce vaccine preventable diseases; respond to vaccine preventable disease outbreaks; develop and promote maternal and adult immunization education programs; maintain the statewide immunization registry; provide education on the use of a statewide immunization registry; develop state immunization and vaccine preventable disease regulations and laws; provide immunization education to health care professionals and consumers; develop and implement systems to assess immunization levels; conduct immunization audits as part of a quality assurance process for county health districts, public health clinics, and private physicians who administer state supplied vaccines; and prevent the transmission of hepatitis B in Nevada through the Perinatal and Universal Hepatitis B Prevention Programs. Statutory Authority: NRS 439 and 441A.No note
HHS-DPBH - Low-Level Radioactive Waste FundSynopsis: Low-level Radioactive Waste Maintenance Fund provides a trust fund for the Radiation Control Program to conduct required post-closure activities at the state-owned, low-level radioactive waste disposal site near Beatty, Nevada. This program assures the closed Low-level Radioactive Waste Disposal Site is maintained professionally and safely, creating a foundation of public confidence that encourages economic development in Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 459.No note
HHS-DPBH - Marijuana Health RegistrySynopsis: The Nevada Marijuana Health Registry is a state registry program within the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health. The role of the program is to administer the provisions of the Medical Use of Marijuana law as approved by the Nevada Legislature and adopted in 2001. Individuals can apply for the registry and, if found eligible, are issued an identification card to show approval for the cultivation and use of the Cannabis plant for personal use, within limitations. Eligibility is determined through physician certification of a qualifying medical condition, acceptable criminal background check, and Nevada residency. Statutory Authority: Nevada Constitution, Article 4, Section 38. Use of plant genus Cannabis for medical purposes and NRS 453A, Medical Use of Marijuana.No note
HHS-DPBH - Maternal Child Health ServicesSynopsis: The Maternal and Child Health program works to improve the health of Nevada's families, with emphasis on women of childbearing age, infants, children and adolescents, including children with special health care needs by promoting, assuring and providing health education, prevention activities, quality assurance, and access to health care services. Statutory Authority: NRS 442; Title V of the Social Security Act.No note
HHS-DPBH - Mental Health Information SystemSynopsis: This budget supports manages the Mental Health Management Information System (MIS) for the Behaviorial Health Services Division. This budget is committed to division-wide information technology (IT) implementation projects, IT planning, and IT improvements to the MIS. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 433.254.No note
HHS-DPBH - No NV Adult Mental Health SvcsSynopsis: The mission of Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services is to provide psychiatric treatment and rehabilitation services for adults of Northern Nevada with mental illness in the least restrictive setting to support personal recovery and enhance quality of life. Statutory Authority: NRS 433; 433A; 436.No note
HHS-DPBH - Office of Health AdministrationSynopsis: The Public Health's administration office is responsible for the enforcement of all laws and regulations pertaining to the public's health. Staff in the administrative office provide the support services to the program areas charged with promoting and protecting the health of all Nevadans and visitors to the state. Support services include administrative oversight and program accountability, information technology support, personnel support, public information officer support, and fiscal oversight and accountability. The State Health Officer and State Biostatistician are funded in this budget account. Administrative support for the State Board of Health is also funded in this budget account. Statutory Authority: NRS 439.No note
HHS-DPBH - Public Health Preparedness ProgramSynopsis: This budget includes multiple programs that perform the following activities: preparation for and management/mitigation of the response to public health emergencies caused by naturally-occurring disasters or terrorism; primary care health planning and provider recruitment and retention; and emergency medical systems response. These activities are accomplished through combined health care planning, health care systems, and response efforts of various disciplines across the State of Nevada such as public health, primary care providers, emergency management, community services, the healthcare community, law enforcement etc. To ensure consistency with the National Preparedness Response Framework, all activities and capabilities are being developed to be National Incident Management System (NIMS) compliant. The purpose of these programs is to improve Nevada's public health infrastructure in order to be better prepared to respond to public health emergencies including natural and manmade disasters and to bring medical resources to the State's Health Professional Shortage Areas. These are critical in protecting the life, health and safety of Nevada's citizens and visitors. Statutory Authority: NRS 414, NRS 439, NRS 439A, NRS 440, NRS 441A, and NRS 442No note
HHS-DPBH - Radiation ControlSynopsis: The Radiation Control Program (RCP) protects public health and safety and the environment by regulating sources of ionizing radiation and providing general information concerning ionizing radiation sources. The RCP licenses and inspects radioactive material users; registers and inspects radiation producing machines statewide; issues certificates of authorization to operate mammography equipment and inspects mammography radiation producing machines; educates the public on radon hazards in the home and workplace; licenses and provides oversight of the closed low-level waste disposal site near Beatty, Nevada; coordinates with local counties and other agencies to provide radon training; and conducts statewide radiological emergency response activities. Statutory Authority: NRS 457 and NRS 459.No note
HHS-DPBH - Rural ClinicsSynopsis: Rural Clinics facilitates the delivery of essential, evidence-based outpatient mental health services for adults and children in collaboration with community partners in rural Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 433.No note
HHS-DPBH - So NV Adult Mental Health ServicesSynopsis: The mission of Southern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services (SNAMHS) is to help adults with mental illness through inpatient and community-based services; empowering them to live and safely participate in the community while maximizing their quality of life. SNAMHS provides comprehensive psychiatric services to individuals with mental illness throughout locations in Southern Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 433.No note
HHS-DPBH - Substance Abuse Prev & Treatment AgcySynopsis: The mission of the Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Agency (SAPTA) is to reduce the impact of substance abuse in Nevada by regulating and funding quality education, prevention, and treatment programs. Statutory Authority: NRS 458.No note
HHS-DPBH - WIC Food SupplementSynopsis: The Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children, commonly known as WIC, provides nutritious foods to supplement the diets of pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants, and children under age five who have limited income and been determined to be at nutritional risk. Participants get food instruments for healthy foods, advice on good nutrition, health screening, information on health care services like immunizations, prenatal care, family planning, and information about other family support services available in their community. Federal Authority: Code of Federal Regulations, Title 7, Chapter II, Part 246, Subparts A through G.No note
HHS-HCF&P - AdministrationSynopsis: This budget account represents administrative support for the Division of Health Care Financing and Policy. The division's mission is to purchase and ensure the provision of quality health care services, including Medicaid and Nevada Check Up, to low-income Nevadans in the most efficient manner; promote equal access to health care at an affordable cost to the taxpayers of Nevada; restrain the growth of health care costs; and review Medicaid, Nevada Check Up, and other State Health Care programs to maximize federal revenue to the state. Statutory Authority: NRS 422, NRS 439B, Title XIX and Title XXI of the Social Security Act and Section 42 of the Code of Federal Regulations.No note
HHS-HCF&P - HIFA Holding AccountSynopsis: The Heath Insurance Flexibility Accountability (HIFA) Waiver uses Federal Title XXI State Children Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) funds to extend Medicaid coverage to pregnant women whose income is between 133% and 185% of the federal poverty level (FPL), and the Employer Insurance Program (EIP) for small businesses. This program subsidizes insurance premiums for individuals who have children and provides pregnancy related medical coverage for pregnant women with incomes less than 200% of FPL; employed by a small business (2-50 employees) and enrolled in their employer's health plan. The HIFA Holding Account includes General Fund appropriations and a matching transfer from the Supplemental Account for Medical Assistance to Indigent Persons to pay the state share of HIFA program costs. Statutory Authority: NRS 422A.015, 422.2726, 422.2727, 422.2728 and 428.305.No note
HHS-HCF&P - HIFA MedicalSynopsis: This budget account funds medical services under the Health Insurance Flexibility and Accountability (HIFA) waiver. The HIFA waiver uses Federal Title XXI State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) funds to expand insurance coverage to pregnant women whose income is between 133% and 185% of the federal poverty level (FPL) and to provide monthly Employee Subsidies for Insurance (ESI) to employees of small business whose income is below 200% FPL. The state share of the funding is provided by a transfer from budget account 3155 - HIFA Holding Account. Statutory authority: NRS 422.2726 through 422.2729.No note
HHS-HCF&P - Increased Quality of Nursing CareSynopsis: The 2003 Legislature instituted a Long Term Care (LTC) provider tax on freestanding long term care facilities to increase the quality of long term nursing care in Nevada. The tax rate is based on 6% of net patient revenues (42 CFR 433.68). The proceeds of the tax are deposited to this account and then transferred, as needed, to Nevada Medicaid, budget account 3243, to make monthly supplemental payments to skilled nursing facilities caring for Medicaid recipients, up to one percent to Health Care Financing & Policy Administration, budget account 3158, for administrative costs; and the remainder is balanced forward to reserve. Statutory authority: NRS 422.3755 through 422.379.No note
HHS-HCF&P - Intergovernmental Transfer ProgramSynopsis: The Intergovernmental Transfer (IGT) account collects payments from counties to be used as state matching funds for Medicaid expenditures, thus reducing the need for state General Fund appropriations. Payments are collected from Clark and Washoe counties in support of supplemental Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) payments to hospitals. DSH payments support facilities that serve a disproportionate share of Medicaid, indigent, or other low-income patients. This reduces the burden of uncompensated costs for these facilities. The IGT also collects payments from counties to support supplemental Upper Payment Limit (UPL) payments to non-state public hospitals. The UPL program allows supplemental payments to non-state public hospitals so that their overall Medicaid payments approximately equal what they would have been paid under the federal Medicare program. The proceeds are deposited to this account and transferred as needed to Nevada Medicaid, budget account 3243, for the DSH and UPL payments, to Health Care Financing and Policy, budget account 3158, for related administrative costs, to Nevada Check-Up, budget account 3178, to defray expenses, and the remainder balanced forward to reserve. Statutory authority: NRS 422.380 through 422.390 and the Nevada State Plan under Title XIX of the Social Security Act.No note
HHS-HCF&P - Nevada Check-Up ProgramSynopsis: Nevada initiated a Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in 1998, known as Nevada Check Up. Under Title XXI of the Social Security Act, CHIP provides options for states to cover health care costs for low-income, uninsured children not eligible for Medicaid, whose family income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level (FPL). The Nevada Check Up Program is a stand-alone program. It is not an entitlement program nor is it part of the Medicaid Program. Families are assessed quarterly premiums based on family size and income. Statutory Authority: NRS 432A.300, NRS 422, Federal Title XXI of the Social Security Act, and Section 43 of the Code of Federal Regulations.No note
HHS-HCF&P - Nevada Medicaid, Title XIXSynopsis: This budget account represents Medicaid medical costs for the Division of Health Care Financing and Policy as authorized by Federal Title XIX of the Social Security Act. The mission of the division is to purchase quality, accessible, and economical health care services for eligible Nevadans. Federal regulations define mandatory recipient groups to be covered; Nevada generally covers only those mandatory groups. The Welfare and Supportive Services Division and the Department of Health and Human Services provide caseload forecasts. Cost-per-eligible data is produced from the Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) and is based on paid medical claims history. This data is factored with the caseload projections to produce budgeted medical expenditures. Statutory Authority: NRS 422, NRS 439B, Federal Title XIX of the Social Security Act, Section 42 Code of Federal Regulations, and the Nevada State Plan.No note
HHS-Welfare - AdministrationSynopsis: The Welfare Administration budget account funds the administrative expenses associated with ensuring public assistance programs are administered in accordance with federal and state regulations. This includes providing the necessary support to allow field staff to provide quality, timely, and temporary public assistance enabling Nevada families, the disabled, and the elderly to achieve the highest levels of self-sufficiency. This support includes but is not limited to: * Fulfill federal reporting requirements * Development and adoption of state plans and regulations * Implementation of consistent policies and regulations and issuance of policy manuals * Conduct federally mandated quality control and management evaluations * Participation with field and program operations in the development of meaningful business practices * Development and monitoring of meaningful performance measures consistent with Legislative intent * Provide personnel support for recruitment, retention, employee development, work performance measurement, as well as compliance with non-discrimination, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Family and Medical Leave Act * Development and implementation of effective organizational training * Sustain a robust Information Systems operations, maintenance, and enhancements * Provide meaningful fiscal, statistical, contract, and facility oversight * Conduct timely and objective Administrative Fair Hearings * Coordination of collaborative partnerships with public, private, and non-profit entities to maximize service delivery * Development of a medical subsidy eligibility engine designed to accommodate the provisions of Health Care Reform as federally mandated by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) in order to implement by January 1, 2014. There are currently 193 positions in this budget, located primarily in the Carson City central office. Statutory authority for the Welfare Administration budget account is provided in the Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 422A.No note
HHS-Welfare - Assistance to Aged and BlindSynopsis: The State Supplemental Assistance Program provides an additional payment to low-income aged and blind individuals; receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and provides adult group care facilities with a greater supplement to assist recipients in avoiding or delaying institutionalization. The federal government started the SSI program on January 1, 1974. The program is administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA), and states were given the option to make payments in addition to the amount paid by the federal government. Nevada has paid a state supplement to the aged and blind since the start of the program. The prevention of, or delay in, institutionalization results in cost savings for the Medicaid program. The Division of Welfare and Supportive Services contracts with the SSA to determine eligibility and issue the state supplement. States pay a per check charge for each SSI payment made. The cost per check is $10.94 in federal fiscal year 2012 and $11.12 in federal fiscal year 2013. The state supplement and federal payment are paid monthly to the recipient and combined in one check from the SSA. Statutory authority for the State Supplemental Assistance Program is provided in the Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 422A.No note
HHS-Welfare - Child Assistance and DevelopmentSynopsis: The Child Care Assistance and Development Program provides assistance to Nevada's low-income families in paying for their child care needs. These services assist people to become and remain self-sufficient, thereby reducing long-term dependency and the associated expenditures to public assistance programs. The Child Care Assistance and Development Program is administered by the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services with service delivery accomplished by Children's Cabinet in Northern Nevada and Urban League in Southern Nevada. The Child Care and Development Block Grant funds the following child care programs: 1) New Employees of Nevada (NEON) program child care services are provided to current Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) clients who are participating in various NEON components such as orientation, education and vocational training, employment seeking and work participation; 2) At-Risk category funds child care payments for non-TANF clients who are income eligible for TANF; 3) Discretionary category funds child care and related payments for non-TANF eligible clients. There are currently ten positions in this budget. Statutory authority: Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 422A.No note
HHS-Welfare - Child Support Enforcement ProgramSynopsis: The mission of the Child Support Enforcement Program (CSEP) is to help strengthen families and reduce welfare dependency by ensuring parents live up to the responsibility of supporting their children. CSEP promotes the well-being of children, strengthens families, and reduces the demand on public funds by securing support from legally responsible parents. The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) mandates the state participate in CSEP. In Nevada, this program is administered by the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (DWSS) and jointly operated with participating county district attorneys' offices through cooperative agreements. CSEP provides five basic services: 1) Location of absent parents; 2) Establishment of parentage; 3) Establishment of child support and medical support orders; 4) Enforcement of child support and medical support orders; 5) Collection and disbursement of child support and medical support payments. Funding is matched 34 percent by the state and county and 66 percent by the Federal Child Support Enforcement Grant. The 34 percent state share is funded through State Share of Collections (SSC). The SSC is the amount of TANF dollars allowed to be retained by the state according to federal rules, which are collected through assigned child support payments. There are currently 121 positions in this budget. Statutory Authority: Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 425.No note
HHS-Welfare - Child Support Federal ReimbursementSynopsis: The Child Support Federal Reimbursement budget account is used to pass through federal payments to participating district attorneys' offices for the federal share of costs and incentive payments associated with their local child support enforcement programs. Currently ten of the seventeen Nevada district attorneys participate in the program under contract to provide intake, location of non-custodial parents, paternity establishment, financial and medical support order establishment, and other enforcement activities. The Child Support Federal Reimbursement budget account was created in the 1999 budget process to separate the child support program's state administrative costs in budget account 3238 from the pass-through of federal funds to the local district attorneys. Statutory Authority: Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 425.No note
HHS-Welfare - Energy Assistance ProgramSynopsis: The mission of the Energy Assistance Program (EAP), formerly known as Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEA), is to assist eligible Nevada citizens in meeting their heating and cooling needs. The EAP provides payments for eligible households, which can be applied to either the heating provider, the cooling provider, or split between the two. In addition, the EAP program provides arrearage assistance to eligible households affording them the opportunity to use their annual EAP benefit allotment as a subsidy to meet monthly heating/cooling costs. EAP payment funding is provided by the Low Income Home Energy Assistance block grant and through the Fund for Energy Assistance and Conservation (B/A 6031), which was created as a result of legislation approved during the 2001 Legislative Session to collect a Universal Energy Charge (UEC) from certain electric/gas utilities. There are currently 12 positions in this budget. Statutory authority for administering the Energy Assistance Program is provided in the Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapters 422A and 702.No note
HHS-Welfare - Field ServicesSynopsis: The Field Services budget provides staff salaries and operating expenses for the various programs administered by the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (DWSS). This budget account primarily consists of Family Services Specialists who determine eligibility for the major program areas which include: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and various Medicaid programs, including medical assistance to the aged, blind, and disabled. Family Services Specialists and Social Workers provide employment and support services to assist the needy in overcoming barriers to self-sufficiency. The federal government mandates specific quality and performance measures for eligibility, client support, and periodic reviews of client circumstances. The state is subject to penalties in the form of grant reductions for non-compliance with the performance measures. If penalized, the state is required to replace the grant reductions with General Fund monies restoring the available program funding to the pre-penalty level. Additionally, program integrity and fraud protection is an integral part of Field Service responsibility. Field Services is required to provide service and appropriate eligibility to anyone seeking access to DWSS administered programs. All requests are provided with a consistent level of quality service. In state fiscal year 2012, composite caseload declined by 0.2 percent over budgeted planned growth. Over the next biennium, composite caseload is projected to increase 12 to 14 percent. There are currently 999 positions in this budget, located in District Offices throughout the state. Statutory authority for the Field Services budget account is provided in the Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 422A.No note
HHS-Welfare - TANFSynopsis: The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA) replaced the entitlement for Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) with a Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant covering cash assistance, employment and training activities and other activities meeting the four goals of TANF: 1. Provide assistance to needy families so children may be cared for in their homes or in the homes of relatives. 2. End the dependence of needy parents on government benefits by promoting job preparation, work and marriage. 3. Prevent and reduce the incidence of out-of wedlock pregnancies. 4. Encourage the formation and maintenance of two-parent families. Although significantly curtailed by the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, PRWORA gave Nevada the flexibility to design its own self-sufficiency program to assist recipients in finding and keeping jobs. The program uses elements such as capped funding, work requirements and time limits on program eligibility to limit long-term dependency. There are currently three different types of TANF benefit programs offered to new applicants: 1. New Employees of Nevada (NEON) 2. Child Only for households containing no-work eligible individuals 3. Temporary Program (TEMP) providing short term assistance limited to an episode of need as a result of unforeseen circumstances, which includes a natural disaster such as a flood, earthquake, etc. There is also a small residual caseload of the previously offered TANF Loan Program which provides monthly benefits to a family anticipating a future lump sum payment. TANF is federally funded through a block grant from the Department of Health and Human Services. The annual federal TANF block grant is $43.9 million and is anticipated to remain at that level. Under the maintenance of effort (MOE) provision in the federal regulations, states are required to contribute money equal to 80 percent of the amount spent on Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) and AFDC-related programs during fiscal year 1994. The 80 percent MOE can be reduced to 75 percent for each year the work participation rates are met. For Nevada, the total TANF MOE is $27 million of which $24.6 million is in the TANF budget account. The remaining $2.5 million is spent in the Child Care budget (3267), which is counted as MOE for both TANF and Child Care. The TANF program mandates the state to participate in a Child Support Enforcement Program (CSEP) which is funded through Budget Accounts 3238 and 3239. Statutory authority for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) budget account is provided in the Nevada Revised Statutes, Chapter 422A.No note
Judicial Coll & Coll of Juvenile & Family JusticeSynopsis: The National Judicial College (NJC) and the Louis W. McHardy National College of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) are non-profit, nationally recognized leaders in judicial education and training. NJC mission is to improve justice by providing judge proficiency, performance and productivity training and education. NCJFCJs provides meaningful assistance to judges, court administrators, and related professionals whose primary concerns are the care of children and their families.No note
Judicial DisciplineSynopsis: The Nevada Commission on Judicial Discipline was created by constitutional amendment on November 2, 1976 and charged with the responsibility of investigating allegations of misconduct, violations of the code of judicial conduct, or disability of Supreme Court justices and district judges. On November 8, 1994, the jurisdiction of the Commission was expanded to include discipline of justices of the peace and municipal court judges. The seven member commission receives and investigates complaints against full-time and part-time judges. For a time, the Commission's proceedings were governed by administrative and procedural rules of the Nevada Supreme Court. However, on February 21, 2003, the Nevada Supreme Court repealed Part VII of its rules and the Commission has since adopted its own procedural rules to govern its proceedings. Statutory Authority: Nevada Constitution - Art. 6, Section 21. The Standing Committee on Judicial Ethics was created in 1998 by Supreme Court Rule to resolve ethical disputes arising in the course of campaigns for judicial office. It also provides judges and aspirants to judicial office advisory opinions regarding ethical matters that may arise in the ordinary course of judicial service or in the elective or appointment process. In 2011, the Nevada Supreme Court repealed a section of the rule and eliminated the need for the Committee to resolve ethical disputes arising in the course of campaigns for judicial office. The Committee continues to consider opinion requests regarding the application of the Code of Conduct to judicial elections. Statutory Authority: NRS 1.425. Rule Authority: Nevada Supreme Court's Inherent Power to Make Rules.No note
Judicial EducationSynopsis: Judicial Education provides for the continuing education of justices, district court judges, justice court judges, and municipal court judges pursuant to NRS 3.027, 4.035, and 5.025, respectively, and Supreme Court Order. Judicial Education also provides for the continuing education of employees in the Supreme Court and Administrative Office of the Courts. Lastly, Judicial Education may provide for the continuing education of senior judges, quasi-judicial officers such as masters, and for trial court personnel if funding permits. The budget is funded from administrative assessment revenue collected pursuant to NRS 176.059.No note
Judicial Programs and Services DivisionSynopsis: The Judicial Programs and Services Division manages programs and projects to assist trial courts in providing access to justice throughout the Nevada judiciary. The primary functions of the division include: administering the Court Interpreters Program for certification of court interpreters (NRS 1.500-1.560, NRS 50.054); assisting rural courts with requests related to forms, grants, security assessments/risks, etc.; tracking and monitoring felony bond forfeitures submitted to the state (NRS 178.508, NRS 178.512, NRS 178.514); administering the Uniform System for Judicial Records, which includes collecting, analyzing, and reporting statewide court and judicial statistics [NRS 1.360 (4, 8, 10), NRS 38.255]; and administering Federal Court Improvement Program grants. The budget is funded primarily from a general fund appropriation.No note
Judicial Retirement System State ShareSynopsis: The Judicial Retirement System State Share budget funds payments to amortize the unfunded actuarial accrued liability of the Judicial Retirement System pursuant to NRS 1A.180(3). This is a pass through account. Funds appropriated by the Legislature are transferred in their entirety to the Public Employees' Retirement System.No note
Judicial SelectionSynopsis: Article 6, Section 20, of the Nevada Constitution created the Commission on Judicial Selection. The commission's role is to select three nominees for any Supreme Court justice or district judge vacancy that might occur before the expiration of any term of office. The commission's workload depends on the number of mid-term vacancies that occur out of the 89 judicial elected officials seats and the number of applicants per vacancy. This budget funds the costs associated with the commission and the judicial selection process through a general fund appropriation. See NRS 1.380 through 1.410.No note
Judicial Support, Governance and Special EventsSynopsis: The Judicial Support, Governance and Special Events budget funds the travel costs of district court judges in relation to their judicial duties and assignments; and other expenses associated with governing the judiciary deemed reasonable and necessary by the Supreme Court pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 48.1.No note
Law LibrarySynopsis: The Supreme Court Law Library serves as a comprehensive, current, and archival legal research facility for the Supreme Court while also providing legal research services to the Office of the Attorney General, the Legislature, other state and local governmental agencies, the state bar and the public. It is the collection of last resort for legal materials in the state. Its web site provides pro se information and forms. The budget is funded primarily through a general fund appropriation. Statutory authority: NRS 2.410 through NRS 2.490.No note
LEG - Interim Finance CommitteeSynopsis: The Legislative Interim Finance Committee.No note
LEG - Legislative Counsel BureauSynopsis: The Legislative Counsel Bureau consists of the Legislative Commission, Legal Division, Audit Division, Fiscal Analysis Division, Research Division, and Administrative Division. The Bureau provides direct support to the Nevada Legislature.No note
LEG - Nevada Legislature InterimSynopsis: The budget of the Interim Nevada Legislature provides for support staff between legislative sessions. This staff is responsible for finalizing the work of the preceding session, preparing for the upcoming session, assisting Legislators, and providing information to the public as the need arises.No note
LEG - Printing OfficeSynopsis: Nevada State Printing provides mission-critical and other offset and digital printing, copying, and related services to all three branches of state government and other government entities in a timely and cost-efficient manner. All work is done on a fee basis and these fees are intended to recover the State Printing Office's costs, and to allow replacement of equipment as needed. Examples of mission-critical material would be decisions of the Supreme Court; tax bills for the Department of Taxation; bills, histories, and journals for the Legislature; and sample ballots for the counties. State Printing also produces all the forms, business cards, letterhead, envelopes, training material, and reports needed to make government function. Statutory Authority: NRS 334.No note
Lieutenant GovernorSynopsis: The Lieutenant Governor is elected to a four-year term and is the President of the Senate. He assumes the powers and duties of the Governor if the Governor is unable to discharge his duties. The mission of the office is to foster and nurture global business and tourism opportunities for the people and the State of Nevada, while protecting the pioneer entrepreneurial spirit that built and sustains our great state. The Lieutenant Governor is the chair of the Nevada Commission on Tourism, a member of the Governor's Office of Economic Development Board, vice-chair of the Board of Directors of the Nevada Department of Transportation, and is a member of the Governor's Cabinet and the Executive Branch Audit Committee. The Lieutenant Governor is also Chairman of the Reno Tahoe Winter Games Coalition, which is seeking to bring the next Olympic Winter Games held in North America to northern Nevada. Constitutional Authority: Article 5, Section 17 and 18. Statutory Authority: NRS 224.No note
MilitarySynopsis: The mission of the Office of the Military is to enlist, organize, arm, equip, and train the state's military and National Guard units to defend the Constitution and protect the lives and property of the public in times of emergency, disorder, or disaster. The federal mission of the department is to provide soldiers and airmen to respond to federal mobilization as directed by the President or Congress. The Adjutant General provides administrative oversight for the department, which consists of the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard. Statutory Authority: NRS 412.No note
Military Adjutant General's Special Facility AcctSynopsis: The Adjutant General's Special Facility Account provides authority for funds received from the rental of the armories or other facilities. The funds may be used for necessary repairs and improvements to the armories or facilities, to fund military activities and affairs, and to further relations in the community or state. Statutory Authority: NRS 412.No note
Military Carlin ArmorySynopsis: This budget account supports the Carlin Readiness Center. This location was the previous Fire Science Academy operated by the Nevada System of Higher Education. In July of 2012, the location was purchased by the Office of the Military and is being converted to the Carlin Readiness Center for the National Guard. Statutory Authority: NRS 412.No note
Military Counterdrug ForfeitureSynopsis: The new Budget Account 3660 will allow the Nevada Counterdrug Task Force to participate in the Federal Asset Forfeiture Equitable Sharing Program. Statutory Authority: NRS 179.1187.No note
Military Emerg Operations CenterSynopsis: This budget account provides revenue and expense authorizations to provide for custodial, maintenance and utility support for the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) building within the Office of the Military complex in Carson City. The Office of the Military performs these functions much like Buildings and Grounds does for other state buildings. Statutory Authority: NRS 412.No note
Military National Guard BenefitsSynopsis: The National Guard Benefit Program encourages the recruitment and retention of active members of the National Guard. The Adjutant General may authorize payment of up to one hundred percent of the credit hour costs incurred within the Nevada System of Higher Education for any guardsman attending summer school as a full or part-time student. Reimbursement is dependent upon being a guard member in good standing and receiving passing grades of "C" or higher. Statutory Authority: NRS 412.143.No note
Military Patriot Relief FundSynopsis: The Patriot Relief Fund provides funds to reimburse Nevada National Guardsmen for college textbooks, Servicemen's Group Life Insurance (SGLI) premiums, and funds for relief from financial hardship caused by the federal activation of the National Guard. Statutory Authority: NRS 412.No note
MineralsSynopsis: The Division of Minerals is responsible for administering programs and activities to promote, advance, and protect mining and the development and production of petroleum and geothermal resources in Nevada. The division carries out mineral-related policy for the Commission on Mineral Resources and advises the Governor and Legislature on matters relating to mineral resources. Statutory Authority: NRS 513, Commission on Mineral Resources, Division of Minerals; NRS 522, Oil and Gas; NRS 534A, Geothermal Resources.No note
NCVA - Commissioner for Veterans' AffairsSynopsis: The Office of Veterans Services is responsible for the operation of a State Veterans Home in Boulder City, Nevada; supervising the operation and maintenance of two state veterans cemeteries; assisting veterans and their families in obtaining available federal benefits, services and compensation to which they are entitled; and for obtaining and disseminating information to the veterans of Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 417.No note
NCVA - Veterans' Home AccountSynopsis: The Nevada State Veterans Home (NSVH) is a 180 bed state-skilled nursing care facility. The home, dedicated on June 28, 2002, admitted its first residents on August 12, 2002. The Home provides 24-hour skilled nursing care to eligible veterans, spouses of veterans, and Gold Star Parents who had a child who died while in military service. A minimum of seventy-five percent (75%) of the home's residents must be veterans. The 180 bed home consists of three 60 bed wings and is located on fifty acres in Boulder City. One of the home's three wings houses a secured care unit intended for residents with severe dementia. The NSVH is certified by Medicaid, Medicare, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The home provides a full range of services including: physicians; laboratory; pharmacy; physical, occupational, respiratory and speech therapy; dental; social and spiritual services; medical records; activities; transportation; maintenance; dietary; barber; laundry; housekeeping; and financial services. The home's primary mission is "Caring for America's Heroes." Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 417.No note
NDE - Career and Technical EducationSynopsis: The Department of Education administers occupational education programs that meet the requirements of the Nevada State Plan for Career and Technical Education (CTE). The plan is based on the needs of students within the state and serves as the application for the federal Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act funds. The primary mission of the federal program is to improve occupational education programs, focusing on the improvement and development of programs meeting the state criteria that defines high-wage, high-skill programs. Revenue received through the Carl D. Perkins Basic Grants to States has funding set-a-sides including 5% or $250,000, whichever is greater, for state administration; 10% for statewide leadership; and 85% for basic grant aid to school districts and community colleges. Federal funds administration must be matched by state funds. In addition, the maintenance of effort provision requires the state to maintain funding at least at prior year levels. Authority: NRS 388.340(2a), 388.360(3) and the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 1998, as amended.No note
NDE - Continuing EducationSynopsis: This Continuing Education account is funded through the federal Adult Education and Family Literacy Act. The purpose of the act is to provide adult basic education and English as a Second Language (ABE/ESL) services in order to assist adults to become literate and obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for employment and self sufficiency; to assist adults in the completion of secondary school education; and to assist adults who are parents to obtain the educational skills necessary to become full partners in the education of their children. Funds are granted to eligible educational and community-based organizations to carry out the purpose of the act. Nevada continues to experience increasing needs for adult education, especially English literacy for the Hispanic and Asian populations in the state. The state has the second highest percentage of 18-24 year olds without high school diplomas or equivalent degrees in the nation. The demand for adult education services escalates as the population increases and workplace expectations demand higher levels of literacy. Authority: P.L. 105-220. Workforce Investment Act, Title II, Adult Education and Family Literacy Act; NRS 387.1233No note
NDE - Discretionary Grants - RestrictedSynopsis: The Discretionary Grants - Restricted account includes the following federal grants: (1) Homeless Children Project; (2) 21st Century Community Learning Centers; (3) Advance Placement Fee Payment; and (4) English Language Acquisition. The programs in this budget are subject to the restricted indirect cost rate approved by the U.S. Department of Education. There is a small General Fund appropriation to this budget account to cover the Byrd Scholarship administrative costs. These funds were previously accounted for in budget account 2699 but were moved to this budget account to more properly align with the aid payments. These grant budgets have been adjusted to the most current projected award information available for fiscal years 2014 and 2015 based on information available for fiscal year 2013 and the knowledge of the program managers regarding the status of the federal funding.No note
NDE - Distributive School AccountSynopsis: The Distributive School Account (DSA) provides direct state financial aid to school districts and charter schools for K-12 public education in Nevada. The funding formula, identified by NRS 387.121 as the "Nevada Plan" provides school districts a guaranteed dollar amount of basic state support per student plus additional funds for programs such as special education, the adult high school diploma program and reimbursement of certain student transportation costs. School districts and charter schools receive either monthly or quarterly apportionments from the DSA on the basis of student enrollment. Each school district is guaranteed a specific amount per student, which is developed through a formula that considers the demographic, economic, and wealth characteristics of the district. Allotments of licensed employees and related costs are determined from tables that recognize the differences in costs between rural and urban school districts as well as small and large districts. Transportation costs are incorporated into the allocation process. For purposes of calculating basic support, enrollment includes students enrolled in grades one through twelve, students in ungraded special education classes, and six-tenths of the count of students enrolled in kindergarten and in preschool programs for children with special needs. Additionally, school districts receive support for part-time courses necessary to receive a high school diploma, including programs operated in the Nevada Department of Corrections system by the school districts in Carson City, Clark County, Pershing County, and White Pine County. Special education is funded on an amount per unit basis as established by each session of the Legislature. School districts and charter schools are partially protected from decreases in enrollment through a one-year hold harmless statutory provision, which guarantees a payment based on the highest enrollment in the current or prior year unless the decrease is greater than 5%, in which case the payment guarantee is based on the highest enrollment in the current or prior two years. The DSA is funded by a General Fund appropriation, sales taxes on out-of-state sales, income from federal mineral land leases, interest from the Permanent School Fund, and a portion of the state taxes on slot machines. In addition to the state funds received by the school districts through the DSA, the school districts receive the 2.25% local school support sales tax that is part of the DSA guarantee; the abated $0.75 per $100 of assessed valuation property/mining tax, one-third of which is part of the DSA guarantee; governmental services taxes; franchise taxes; and various other local and federal revenues. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 387.No note
NDE - Drug Abuse EducationSynopsis: The purpose of funds provided by Title IV, Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities (SDFSC), is to establish programs of drug abuse education and strengthen programs that prevent the illegal use of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs in elementary and secondary schools. In addition, funds are used to support programs that prevent violence in and around schools and to involve parents as much as possible. Authority: Elementary & Secondary Education Act (ESEA), Title IV, Part A. This grant program ended in fiscal year 2012.No note
NDE - Education Staffing ServicesSynopsis: This budget account is designed to facilitate accounting for the Department of Education's positions, which are funded by multiple sources. Previously, employees were required to fill out multiple timesheets per cycle after the implementation of the Integrated Financial System (IFS). While there are multiple workarounds for this issue, it was determined that the creation of this account was the most efficient for the Department of Education. Funds are transferred from other budgets to cover the personnel and other related costs.No note
NDE - Education State ProgramsSynopsis: The Education State Programs budget provides financial resources to carry out the responsibilities for education conferred at the state level by the Nevada Constitution and the Nevada Revised Statutes, Title 34, Chapters 385 through 395. It includes the activities of the State Board of Education; the administrative duties of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction; the management of the state Department of Education and statewide school issues; and the technical expertise of professional persons in various education subjects. Funding is also included for state board member travel, academic probation panels, and the Commission on Educational Technology. Statutory Authority: Nevada Constitution-Article II and NRS, Title 34, Chapters 385 through 395.No note
NDE - Education Support ServicesSynopsis: This Education Support Services budget funds staff and operating expenditures associated with the shared costs or overhead, allocable to the various programs operated within the Department of Education. The budget account is funded by indirect costs assessments on the administrative expenditures of other Department of Education budget accounts. Two rates are calculated each year and are negotiated with the United States Department of Education. One rate is for the restricted programs that are not permitted to pay certain costs through an indirect cost system (most notably rent) and the other rate is for the other accounts that have no such restrictions. For the purposes of the 2014-2015 biennial budget submission, all budget account indirect costs and the revenue of this budget account have been estimated using the fiscal year 2012 rates. The restricted rate for fiscal year 2012 is 19.4% and the unrestricted rate is 25.5%. Statutory Authority: NRS 385.310 & 385.315.No note
NDE - Educational Trust FundSynopsis: The Educational Trust Fund was established pursuant to AB 279 of the 2007 Legislative Session. It is funded with transfers from the Abandoned Property Trust Fund of abandoned, expired gift certificates. The funds may only be expended as authorized by the Legislature for educational purposes.No note
NDE - Educator EffectivenessSynopsis: The Department of Education is requesting this new account to focus resources on the goal of educator effectiveness including professional development and educator and administrator evaluation.No note
NDE - Elementary & Secondary Ed - Title ISynopsis: Title I funds provide federal assistance to improve instructional programs for educationally disadvantaged students. The programs are directed towards schools with a high concentration of low income families, a large number of children of migratory agricultural workers, or educationally disadvantaged students such as those with limited English proficiency. Services are also provided to delinquent or neglected children housed both in juvenile facilities and adult correctional institutions. In addition, all of the student performance requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act, which apply to all public schools in the state, are part of Title I. Authority: Title I of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, P.L. 107-110.No note
NDE - Elementary & Secondary Ed Titles II, V, & VISynopsis: This budget account provides federal funds to assist state and local educational agencies in improving elementary and secondary education in areas such as programs to assist in reducing the drop-out rate; increasing student achievement including emphasis in reading, mathematics; and science; and the acquisition of instructional materials, training, and professional development. This account includes funding available to the department to administer the programs and the funding to be provided to school districts to implement the objectives of the programs.No note
NDE - Gear UpSynopsis: The GEAR UP grant is a collaborative effort of the Nevada Office of the Governor, Office of the State Treasurer, Nevada System of Higher Education, the Nevada Department of Education, Wells Fargo Bank, AT&T, ACT, and other stakeholders including parents, students, educators, business and agency representatives. Nevada's vision is to change the culture of low achieving students who are economically disadvantaged so they are prepared academically and have the resources to attend and succeed in college. GEAR UP program resources are used to support the following goals: improve academic achievement and increase high school proficiency exam scores; decrease high school dropout rate; increase high school graduation rate; and increase enrollment in college preparation coursework.No note
NDE - Incentives for Licensed Education PersonnelSynopsis: NRS 391.166, passed by the 23rd special session of the Nevada State Legislature, requires the Board of Trustees of each school district in Nevada to establish a program of incentive pay for licensed teachers, school psychologists, school librarians, school counselors, and administrators employed at the school level which are designed to attract and retain those employees. The program of incentive pay must specify the type of financial incentives offered and the Interim Finance Committee must approve the recommended incentives. Financial incentives must not be more than $3,500 per year. This budget also contains the grandfather provisions of the 1/5th retirement credit purchase program (previously NRS 391.165). Personnel participating in the 1/5th purchase program in fiscal year 2007 could elect to continue until they had received five 1/5th credit purchases at which time they would be eligible to participate in the incentive program mentioned above. Statutory Authority NRS Chapter 391.166; AB1 23rd Special Session.No note
NDE - Individuals With Disabilities (IDEA)Synopsis: The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides funding to states through the United States Department of Education. Several federal grants are combined in this budget account, which is designed to improve students with disabilities' performance on statewide assessments including alternate assessments; transition from early intervention programs; behavioral success; graduation and drop-out rates; post-secondary outcomes; and recruitment and retention of highly qualified special education personnel. Also included in this budget is the NRS 395 Program, which provides funding for the education of special students whose individualized educational programs cannot be met in their home school districts. Authority: PL106-448, NRS 388.440-520.No note
NDE - Other State Education ProgramsSynopsis: This budget is designed to accommodate small grants and/or programs funded by the state, other entities or individuals specifically for pass-through to school districts and/or charter schools. In addition, the budget account contains a majority of the special or categorical appropriations received through the Legislative process for pass-through to school districts and charter schools.No note
NDE - Other Unrestricted AccountsSynopsis: The Other Unrestricted account is comprised of the following: Private School Licensing Fees; National Cooperative Statistics Task-Order funding; and National Assessment of Education Proficiency (NAEP) Task Order funding. The programs in this budget are funded by a variety of sources, including federal funds, fee revenue, and local grants. All funds in this account are subject to the unrestricted indirect cost rate.No note
NDE - Proficiency TestingSynopsis: The Proficiency Testing budget account funds several testing programs, mandated by the Legislature and administered by the Department of Education. The budget also includes necessary resources to oversee the High School Proficiency tests, which students are required to pass before receiving a standard Nevada High School Diploma. This program is currently accomplished through a contract with a national testing company to administer, score, and report the High School Proficiency tests. Funding is also included to support the testing of writing skills of all students in grades 5, 8, 11, & 12, and adults. Passing this test in grade 11 or 12 is also a requisite for a High School diploma. Statutory Authority: NRS 385 and 389.No note
NDE - School Health Education - AIDSSynopsis: The Coordinated School Health Education Program to Prevent the Spread of HIV/AIDS and other Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) is a federally funded program designed to assist school districts to establish, strengthen, or expand HIV/AIDS and STD prevention education. The program is used to integrate HIV/AIDS prevention education into a coordinated school health education framework for Nevada's secondary middle school and high school students. This program ended in March 2012.No note
NDE - School Remediation Trust FundSynopsis: NRS 385.357, passed by the 19th special session of the Nevada State Legislature, requires all public schools in Nevada to develop plans to improve the achievement of students. The plans are to identify problem areas that need to be addressed as well as strategies to be used to help students be successful and help schools meet the Adequate Yearly Progress mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act. Many of the strategies require funding in excess of what is now available to the schools. The funding in the School Remediation Trust Fund supports the improvement plans each public school and each school district have developed. Due to budget reductions from 2008 through 2011, the only remaining program in the account is Full-Day Kindergarten.No note
NDE - State Supplemental School Support FundSynopsis: This account was created by Initiative Petition 1 (IP1) of the 2009 Legislative Session. The source of funds is the 3% tax on rental transient lodging specified in the legislation. The funds are available to education beginning July 1, 2011.No note
NDE - Teacher Education and LicensingSynopsis: The Teacher Education and Licensing budget includes the Commission on Professional Standards in Education, which consists of nine members appointed by the Governor. The commission is charged with the adoption of regulations pertaining to the standards adopted by the commission. Licensing staff in Las Vegas and Carson City are responsible for determining eligibility, approving and issuing licenses for teachers and other educational personnel. Funding is included in this account for the maintenance and continual improvements of the Competency Testing Program for Educational Personnel. Statutory Authority: NRS 391 and NRS 385.No note
NDOC - Carlin Conservation CampSynopsis: The Carlin Conservation Camp (CCC), located approximately one mile east of Carlin, was opened in July 1988 and houses an all male minimum custody population in an open facility. Inmates can obtain credit by attending General Education Diploma or high school classes. Self help programs such as anger management and substance abuse are also available. The inmate crews support the Nevada Division of Forestry program by working on conservation projects and fire suppression activities.No note
NDOC - Casa Grande Transitional HousingSynopsis: Casa Grande opened in December 2005 and provides a security level that permits eligible inmates who are near release a transitional period for reentering public life. The transitional services include employment assistance, education, vocational training, treatment referrals, and other re-entry services. The residents at Casa Grande pay rent for their housing.No note
NDOC - Correctional ProgramsSynopsis: In 2003, the Nevada Legislature approved a reorganization of existing staff positions to form the Nevada Department of Corrections' (NDOC) Programs Division. The division provides psycho-educational programs, substance abuse treatment, religious services, vocational training, counseling and therapy for the general population (i.e., outpatient mental health), educational liaison, re-entry and transitional services, special "needs" programs (for youth, aging, etc.), and intake assessments. The Correctional Programs Division professional staff includes counselors, psychologists, social workers, chaplains, program officers, caseworkers, and support staff. The division's inmate programs are funded in part by grants obtained by the NDOC or by partnerships with community organizations that obtain the grants and bring services to Nevada's inmates. Statutory Authority: NRS 209.4887.No note
NDOC - Director's OfficeSynopsis: The Nevada Department of Corrections' (NDOC) mission is to protect the public by confining convicted felons according to the law, while keeping staff and inmates safe. The NDOC philosophy is to pursue this mission with integrity, act in a professional and ethical manner, be responsible for its actions, and raise the department to the highest standards. The NDOC provides professional staff to protect the community and provides opportunities for offenders to successfully re-enter the community through education, training, treatment, work, and spiritual development; and at the same time is sensitive to the rights and needs of victims. Major tasks of the Director's Office include long-range planning, classification of inmates, inmate records, transportation of inmates, investigations, information services, food services, plant operations, safety and health assurance, accounting, fiscal and personnel services, training, contract services, and procurement. Statutory Authority: NRS 209 and the Nevada Constitution Article 5, Section 21.No note
NDOC - Ely Conservation CampSynopsis: The Ely Conservation Camp (ECC), located approximately eighteen miles south of Ely, was opened in October 1984 and houses an all male minimum custody population in an open facility. Inmates can obtain credit by attending General Education Diploma or high school classes. Self help programs such as anger management and substance abuse are also available. The inmate crews support the Nevada Division of Forestry program by working on conservation projects and fire suppression activities.No note
NDOC - Ely State PrisonSynopsis: Ely State Prison (ESP) is located approximately nine miles north of Ely and is a maximum security institution. The site for ESP was acquired in 1987. Phase I construction was completed in July 1989 with Phase II construction being completed in November 1990. ESP was converted to a maximum security custody housing upon the opening of Phase I of the medium security Lovelock Correctional Center. ESP is equipped to house and care for the most unmanageable inmates, and provide protective custody and segregation to its population. ESP has a prison textile industry that manufactures drapes, bedspreads, etc. Religious, substance-abuse, and educational programs are offered to the inmates. Recreational and other work experience programs are also available.No note
NDOC - Florence Mcclure Womens Correctional CenterSynopsis: This facility was created in 1996 to house women incarcerated in the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC). The Corrections Corporation of America (CCA) owned and operated the facility until its purchase by the State of Nevada in October 2001. Effective October 1, 2004, NDOC took possession of the facility, eliminating the need to contract with the CCA. Formerly known as the Southern Nevada Womens' Correctional Center, the facility was renamed in 2007 as the Florence McClure Womens' Correctional Center (FMWCC) in honor of Florence McClure and her contributions to improving conditions for incarcerated women. FMWCC houses all custody levels of female inmates in Nevada. Capacity was increased in 2008 with the addition of a 240-bed dorm and in 2009 with a 300-bed addition to the main facility.No note
NDOC - High Desert State PrisonSynopsis: High Desert State Prison (HDSP) is part of a correctional complex, located in Indian Springs approximately thirty-eight miles north of Las Vegas. HDSP houses medium custody inmates, and provides segregation housing and protective segregation housing. HDSP also serves as the Southern Nevada intake center for male inmates. The maximum capacity is 4,070 inmates.No note
NDOC - Humboldt Conservation CampSynopsis: The Humboldt Conservation Camp (HCC), located approximately ten miles west of Winnemucca, was opened in 1986 and houses an all male minimum custody population in an open facility. Inmates can obtain credit by attending General Education Diploma or high school classes. Self help programs such as anger management and substance abuse are also available. The inmate crews support the Nevada Division of Forestry program by working on conservation projects and fire suppression activities.No note
NDOC - Inmate Welfare AccountSynopsis: The Inmate Welfare Fund (IWF) is a fiduciary fund that is supplemented by profits transferred from the Offender's Store Fund, budget account 240-3708. The IWF provides funding such as the law libraries, recreational programs, satellite television, drug/alcohol rehabilitation programs, and costs associated with the Medical Division and the Director's Office on behalf of indigent inmates. Statutory Authority: NRS 209.221.No note
NDOC - Jean Conservation CampSynopsis: The Jean Conservation Camp (JCC) houses female minimum custody inmates. Its parent institution is the Florence McClure Womens' Correctional Center (FMWCC), which is forty-five miles away. The inmates housed at this facility support the Nevada Division of Forestry program for conservation and fire suppression. The camp was originally occupied in August 1988. New construction, completed in the spring of 1999, replaced existing housing units and increased capacity from 112 to 240 inmates. JCC was converted to a female institution when the High Desert State Prison opened in September 2000.No note
NDOC - Lovelock Correctional CenterSynopsis: The Lovelock Correctional Center (LCC) is primarily a medium security institution but has a large population of close custody protective segregation inmates requiring special handling and security. LCC was approved by the 1989 Legislature with Phase I becoming operational in October 1995 and Phase II in November 1997. LCC has an active, broad based religious program available to all inmates. Coal Canyon High School, sponsored by the Pershing County School District, runs literacy programs, General Education Diploma and high school diploma courses, a variety of college level classes and several vocational programs. Vocational programs include an auto shop and dry cleaning certification. In addition, LCC has a sex offender treatment, drug and alcohol counseling, the Structured Living Program, and mental health programs. Prison Industries has two programs in Lovelock, one manufactures prison clothing for all NDOC institutions and the other manufactures mattresses for NDOC facilities and the general public.No note
NDOC - Nevada State PrisonSynopsis: The Nevada State Prison (NSP) is located in Carson City. NSP was established in 1862, when the Nevada Legislature purchased the Warm Springs Hotel and twenty acres of land for $80,000. NSP was one of the oldest operating prisons in the United States, until the facility was officially decommissioned May 18, 2012. Offenders under sentence of death are incarcerated at the Ely State Prison; but executions, as mandated by the state constitution, will continue to be conducted at NSP. The Department of Motor Vehicles continues to operate a license plate plant at the facility.No note
NDOC - Northern Nevada Correctional CenterSynopsis: The Northern Nevada Correctional Center (NNCC) opened in 1964 as a medium custody facility with three housing units. From 1964 until 2008, seven additional housing units were added. NNCC provides intake for the Northern region and houses the Regional Medical Facility (RMF) for the Department of Corrections. The RMF provides inpatient medical and mental health services. In addition, there is a Medical Intermediate Care Unit and Structured Care Unit for inmates for which medical and mental health situations are stable, but require additional staff monitoring. NNCC also houses the Regional Warehouse which is the distribution center for the facilities located in Carson City and Reno. Educational services are conducted by Carson School District staff and include high school diploma, General Education Diploma, literacy programs, and English as a Second Language. College courses are available and are provided through Western Nevada College. A wide range of self-help and treatment programs are available and administered by medical, mental health, and program staff. Programs include Offender Acting in Solitarity to Insure Sobriety (OASIS), a nine to twelve month drug and alcohol rehabilitation program; Senior Structured Living Program for inmates sixty years of age and older; and a New Beginnings Program to prepare inmates for reintegration into society. Current vocational programs being offered are: auto mechanics/auto shop, computer science, and dry cleaning. Silver State Industries manufactures a variety of products for governmental agencies and private entities through programs including a wood shop, a metal shop, a paint shop, and an upholstery shop. Prison Industries has also partnered a private company operating inside the facility to manufacture a variety of vinyl materials including mattresses.No note
NDOC - Northern Nevada Restitution CenterSynopsis: The Northern Nevada Restitution Center (NNRC) is located in Reno and functions as a community assignment facility housing inmates who are employed in the community. From earned income, inmates make restitution payments to victims and to criminal justice agencies, and may accumulate funds above restitution payments to facilitate their release in the community. The center moved to its current site in April 1993. Pursuant to AB299 of the 2005 Nevada Legislature, State Public Works Division has entered into a contract with Reno Sparks Indian Colony as the primary project manager for a land exchange wherein a new Restitution Center would be constructed for the NDOC.No note
NDOC - Offenders' Store FundSynopsis: The Offenders' Store Fund (OSF) is a special revenue fund generated by proceeds from the inmate stores and coffee shops, located at most of the institutions, as well as the inmate telephone system. The account funds its own inventory, operating costs, data processing costs, travel, and equipment. Profits from the operations are transferred to the Inmate Welfare Fund, budget account 240-3763, to maintain the inmate law libraries and for the welfare and benefit of all inmates. In addition, costs absorbed by the Medical Division and the Director's Office on behalf of indigent inmates are reimbursed by the profits from OSF. Statutory Authority: NRS 209.221.No note
NDOC - Parole ServicesSynopsis: The mission of Parole Services is to promote the successful reintegration of offenders into society, through proactive supervision, in a manner that is consistent with the principles of public safety, offender accountability and the protection of victims' rights.No note
NDOC - Pioche Conservation CampSynopsis: The Pioche Conservation Camp (PCC) located approximately three miles northeast of Pioche, was opened in May of 1980 and then rebuilt in 1995. PCC houses an all male minimum custody population in an open facility. Inmates can obtain credit by attending General Education Diploma or high school classes. Self help programs such as anger management and substance abuse are also available. The inmate crews support the Nevada Division of Forestry program by working on conservation projects and fire suppression activities.No note
NDOC - Prison IndustrySynopsis: The mission of Prison Industries (Silver State Industries) is to reduce government operating costs, provide inmates the skills necessary to successfully re-enter society, and enhance the safe operation of correctional facilities. To fulfill its mission, Prison Industries operates as a self-supporting operation, providing meaningful work and job training for prison inmates in the production of goods and services at little or no direct cost to the taxpayer. Operations include furniture and metal fabrication shops at Northern Nevada Correctional Center (NNCC), a printing/bindery shop at NNCC, a garment sewing factory and mattress factory at Lovelock Correctional Center, a drapery sewing shop at Ely State Prison, and an automobile refurbishing/repair and motorcycle manufacturing/repair shop at Southern Desert Correctional Center (SDCC). Prison Industries also operates used playing card recycling operations at Warm Springs Correctional Center, High Desert State Prison (HDSP), and SDCC. In addition, the Department of Motor Vehicles operates a license plate plant at the Nevada State Prison. Private businesses utilize inmates as part of the Prison Industries program. Approximately four hundred inmates work in Prison Industries' programs.No note
NDOC - Prison Medical CareSynopsis: The mission of the Medical Division of the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) is to provide quality, constitutionally mandated health care using an efficient system of managed care that is professional, humane, and appropriate. Inmate health care is comprised of medical, dental, and clinical mental health care. To fulfill its mission, the Medical Division operates infirmaries or clinics at all NDOC institutions. The major medical facility for the department is the Regional Medical Facility, integrated into the operation and perimeter of the Northern Nevada Correctional Center. This provides inpatient medical care for serious medical ailments, surgical aftercare, inpatient mental health care, structured living unit for mental health patients after discharge from inpatient services, and long term care for fragile, aging, and disabled inmates. Mental health extended care is also provided at High Desert State Prison. The camps, Restitution Center and Transitional Housing Center obtain medical services from institutions specifically assigned to support them. In fiscal year 2003, the Medical Division resumed the provision of health care services for Ely State Prison and in fiscal year 2005, resumed the provision of health care services for Florence McClure Women's Correctional Facility from two different private health care contractors. In fiscal year 2004, inmate programming moved from the Medical Division and organized into a separate Programs Division, budget account 3711, which was funded by the Legislature. The Medical Division is not National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) accredited; however, NCCHC standards are used as a guideline for policy and procedure development.No note
NDOC - Prison RanchSynopsis: The mission of Prison Industries (Silver State Industries) is to reduce government operating costs, provide inmates the skills necessary to successfully re-enter society, and enhance the safe operation of correctional facilities. To fulfill its mission, Prison Industries operates as a self-supporting operation, providing meaningful work and job training for prison inmates, in the production of goods and services, at little or no direct cost to the taxpayer. One of Prison Industries' operations is the Prison Ranch. The Prison Ranch is self-supporting; operating from revenue derived from processed milk sold to the Department of Corrections and other state agencies, as well as from the sale of cream and surplus raw milk to private vendors. Additional income is generated from the sale of livestock, renting unused grazing land, and boarding of both estray horses (Department of Agriculture) and wild horses (Bureau of Land Management), until they have been adopted or sold to private individuals or moved to another holding facility. The Prison Ranch currently provides work for forty-six inmates.No note
NDOC - Silver Springs Conservation CampSynopsis: The Silver Springs Conservation Camp (SSCC) is a minimum security, female custody facility, located approximately thirty miles east of Carson City. The facility was authorized by the 1989 Legislature and opened in September 1991. Inmates worked primarily for the Nevada Division of Forestry on conservation, fire suppression, and public service projects. The Warden of the Warm Springs Correctional Center administered SSCC with a Correctional Lieutenant and Sergeant providing on-site management. With a declining female inmate population, SSCC closed in July 2008 and the remaining inmates were transferred to other institutions.No note
NDOC - Southern Desert Correctional CenterSynopsis: The Southern Desert Correctional Center (SDCC) is a male medium security institution with a housing capacity of 2,100 inmates. It is located approximately forty miles north of Las Vegas. The institution opened in 1982 with six housing units and a capacity of six hundred inmates. Subsequently, additional housing units were constructed in 1984, 1988, and 2007, bringing the total at this facility to ten housing units. SDCC houses general population, disciplinary, and administrative segregation inmates. SDCC provides educational and vocational programs through Clark County School District, College of Southern Nevada, and Prison Industries. Prison Industry programs include auto maintenance, auto restoration, furniture manufacturing, stained glass fixtures, and other various industries. A therapeutic substance abuse community, Offenders Acting in Solidarity to Insure Sobriety (OASIS), was added in fiscal year 2002. The program is designed as a four-phase system of intensive substance abuse treatment and a community based aftercare program is currently being developed. The Level Excellence and Programming (LEAP) Unit is a high-intensity programming unit for those offenders who have made the decision to take control of their lives. The program is designed to provide education and programming opportunities that will enable participants to improve their lives within the system and upon release.No note
NDOC - Southern Nevada Correctional CenterSynopsis: The Southern Nevada Correctional Center (SNCC) is a medium security facility located approximately thirty miles south of Las Vegas in Jean. The institution opened in January 1978, and closed in September 2000 when the High Desert State Prison opened in Indian Springs. SNCC was reopened in August 2006 as a Youthful Offender Correctional Center and was closed again in June 2008, with all inmates and staff (except one maintenance worker) being transferred to other facilities in Southern Nevada.No note
NDOC - Stewart Conservation CampSynopsis: The Stewart Conservation Camp (SCC) is adjacent to the Northern Nevada Correctional Center and originally opened in 1978. In 1995, SCC was rebuilt and more than doubled the size of the original camp. SCC houses minimum custody and community trustee inmates in five dormitory type units. Inmates at SCC can earn their General Education Diploma. In addition, inmates can participate in several self-help and treatment programs conducted by medical and mental health staff in the evenings. The majority of the inmates at SCC work for the Nevada Division of Forestry and are assigned to twelve-man fire crews. Inmates also work for Prison Industries which runs the ranch, dairy, and the Wild Horse Training Program. Under the supervision of Prison Industries, the ranch operates a commercial dairy, grows alfalfa, breeds and raises cattle, and cares for horses in coordination with the Department of Agriculture and the Bureau of Land Management. The Wild Horse Training Program involves inmates training horses for adoption by the public. Some of the inmates are classified as community trustees who provide support services for several state agencies in Carson City, Nevada.No note
NDOC - Three Lakes Valley Conservation CampSynopsis: The Three Lakes Valley Correction Center (TLVCC) is a minimum custody facility, adjacent to the Southern Desert Correctional Center (SDCC) at Indian Springs. This institution initially opened in 1982 as Indian Springs Conservation Camp with the opening of SDCC. At that time, the facility housed a male inmate population in an open bay facility. The institution opened with a 108 bed capacity, but was expanded to 150 beds in 1990. In 1994, the camp layout was restructured for better security and the capacity was increased to 248 inmates; then, in 2007, it was expanded to a capacity of 404 inmates. In 2008, the facility was renamed Three Lakes Valley Correction Center (TLVCC), and in 2010, TLVCC was expanded further to incorporate a new facility that increased its total capacity to 594 inmates. The inmates at TLVCC support the Nevada Division of Forestry's (NDF) programs for conservation and fire suppression. In addition to the NDF program, there is the Program of Regimental Discipline (commonly known as the "Boot Camp") which routinely accommodates about sixty-five offenders in a military style program that includes intensive instruction in discipline, respect, motivation, leadership, life skills, substance abuse counseling, and physical exercise as an alternative to standard incarceration.No note
NDOC - Tonopah Conservation CampSynopsis: The Tonopah Conservation Camp (TCC) was opened in 1990 as a minimum custody camp with a capacity of seventy-two to house male inmates. The facility was later expanded to house a capacity of 150 inmates. Inmate work crews support the Nevada Division of Forestry's program of conservation, fire suppression, and public service projects within an immediate geographical area. TCC currently offers some adult basic educational services. The Warden of High Desert Correctional Center administers TCC with a Correctional Lieutenant providing on-site management.No note
NDOC - Warm Springs Correctional CenterSynopsis: The Warm Springs Correctional Center (WSCC) was authorized by and constructed through appropriations from the 1961 Legislature and was known as the Nevada Women's Correctional Center until September of 1997. It was converted to a medium security men's prison in 1998 and to a minimum custody facility in July 2003. The institution has been remodeled and expanded four times over the past forty-seven years. A second housing unit was added in 1979 and a third in 1987. The core services building, which houses food services, health care services, education facilities, and the gymnasium was added in 1981. The 1995 and 1997 Legislatures authorized a fourth housing unit, two new towers, a new security fence, additional classrooms, and a complete remodeling of the kitchen, dining room, and entrance building. The completion of this project in July 1998 (funded in part with federal monies) brought the budgeted capacity of WSCC from 260 to 547 inmates. In July 2008, WSCC was converted back to a men's medium custody institution. WSCC provides program opportunities including literacy training, high school, adult basic education, vocational training, community college, addiction recovery, and a variety of socialization programs offered by the out-patient psychology division. WSCC also accommodates a variety of religious services through an active chapel, which includes music and choir. The Carson City School District offers high school diplomas and adult basic education General Education Diplomas, literacy and English as a Second Language. Vocational training includes culinary arts, computer science, and a Prison Industry Card Program.No note
NDOC - Wells Conservation CampSynopsis: The Wells Conservation Camp (WCC), located approximately twelve miles east of Wells, was opened in October 1985 and houses an all male minimum custody population in an open facility. Inmates can obtain credit by attending General Education Diploma or high school classes. Self help programs such as anger management and substance abuse are also available. The inmate crews support the Nevada Division of Forestry program by working on conservation projects and fire suppression activities.No note
NDOT - Bond ConstructionSynopsis: The Bond Construction account is required by the bond covenants to provide a separate accounting of expenditures relating to bond-funded construction projects. Bond proceeds will be directed to projects such as new roadway construction and reconstruction, safety improvements, and replacement or rehabilitation of bridges and interchanges. The Department of Transportation (NDOT) does not anticipate selling bonds during the 2013-2015 biennium. Reference budget account 4660 for NDOT's mission, program statement and performance indicators.No note
NDOT - Transportation AdministrationSynopsis: The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is governed by Article 9, Section 5, of the Nevada Constitution: "The proceeds from the imposition of any license or registration fee and other charge with respect to the operation of any motor vehicle upon any public highway in this state and the proceeds from the imposition of any excise tax on gasoline or other motor vehicle fuel shall, except costs of administration, be used exclusively for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the public highways of this state."No note
Nevada Home Retention ProgramSynopsis: NoneNo note
NSHE - Agricultural Experiment StationSynopsis: This specialty center is the organized research arm of the University of Nevada, Reno, College of Agriculture. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Business Center NorthSynopsis: This specialty center of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) provides payroll, personnel, and purchasing services for the System Administration, School of Medical Science, University of Nevada, Reno, Great Basin College, Western Nevada Community College, Truckee Meadows Community College, Desert Research Institute, Cooperative Extension Service, Agricultural Experiment Station, System Computing Center, and the University Press. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Business Center SouthSynopsis: Business Center South is a specialty center of the Nevada System of Higher Education that provides business services for the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Nevada State College, and related assistance to all locations for the College of Southern Nevada. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - College of Southern NevadaSynopsis: The College of Southern Nevada serves primarily the Clark, Lincoln, and Nye Counties of Nevada. Programs leading to an Associate's Degree or Certificate of Achievement are offered in occupational, vocational, and technical skills. University courses provide advanced learning opportunities, community education programs, developmental programs for individual remedial learning, counseling, and guidance functions, together address the mission of the college.No note
NSHE - Cooperative Extension ServiceSynopsis: Nevada Cooperative Extension's mission is to discover, develop, disseminate, preserve, and use knowledge to strengthen the social, economic, and environmental well being of all people. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Dental School - UNLVSynopsis: The mission of the School of Dental Medicine is to improve the health care of rural and urban Nevadans through unique programs of oral health care services to the community, integrated biomedical, professional, clinical curricula, and biomedical discovery. The goals are to provide excellence in patient-centered clinical care, patient education, and statewide community outreach programs; integrate biomedical sciences, professional studies, and clinical sciences curricula to ensure competent, contemporary oral health care providers; provide an environment conducive to collaborative research and scholarship; and cultivate a faculty of excellence through a unique program of professional academic opportunities, recruitment, and retention. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Desert Research InstituteSynopsis: As a non-profit, statewide division of the Nevada System of Higher Education, the Desert Research Institute (DRI) pursues a full-time program of basic and applied environmental research and research training on a local, national, and international scale. This effort is provided through the Institute's divisions of Atmospheric Sciences, Earth and Ecosystem Sciences, Hydrologic Sciences, and Centers for Arid Lands Environmental Management and Watershed Environmental Sustainability.No note
NSHE - Great Basin CollegeSynopsis: Great Basin College serves five northeastern Nevada counties with the main campus in Elko and branch campuses in Ely, Winnemucca, and Pahrump. The college offers a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Bachelor of Applied Science, and Bachelor of Integrative and Professional Studies. Two-year degrees offered are the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of General Studies. Two-year Associate of Applied Science degrees are available in business administration, computer office technology, criminal justice, diesel technology, early childhood education, electrical/instrumentation technology, industrial management, industrial plant maintenance, occupational safety and health, and welding technology. Distance education technology is used extensively to deliver programs throughout the service area. The college also provides residential housing for approximately 200 students. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Health Laboratory and ResearchSynopsis: The program provides accurate and timely services to protect the health of Nevada's residents and visitors through research into the causes and spread of disease, diagnosis of communicable disease outbreaks, surveillance for emerging infectious diseases and environmental contaminants, as well as integration into state and national health policies or networks for public health promotion and education. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Intercollegiate Athletics - UNLVSynopsis: The Intercollegiate Athletic Program offers a variety of team and individual sports for men and women with a commitment to the development and education of the student athlete.No note
NSHE - Intercollegiate Athletics - UNRSynopsis: The Intercollegiate Athletics program offers a variety of team and individual sports for men and women with a commitment to the development and education of the student athlete. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Nevada State College at HendersonSynopsis: Nevada State College is a comprehensive baccalaureate institution of higher learning. A member college of the Nevada System of Higher Education, Nevada State College is dedicated to providing quality educational, social, cultural, economic, and civic advancement for the citizens of Nevada. Through student-centered learning, Nevada State College emphasizes and values: exceptional teaching, mentoring, advisement; scholarship; career and personal advancement; continuing education; and service to our community. The college helps address Nevada's need for increased access to higher education for students entering the higher education system and for students transferring from the state's community colleges. The college offers a wide range of baccalaureate programs and selected masters programs designed to meet the general needs of the State of Nevada and the specific needs of the southern region of the state. Special emphasis is placed on addressing the state's need for effective, highly educated and skilled teachers and nurses; and a commitment is made to developing and promoting partnerships with Nevada's public school system, the state's health care providers, and Nevada's colleges and universities. The curriculum of Nevada State College will be based upon the community's needs, the needs of business and industry, and the desires and demands of the students. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - School of Medical SciencesSynopsis: The School of Medical Sciences provides a four year instructional program in the fields of family and community medicine, anatomy, laboratory medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, surgery, pharmacology, and other medical disciplines required for granting a medical degree. Residency training support facilities are located in Reno, Sparks, and Las Vegas. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Special ProjectsSynopsis: The Special Project appropriation contains programs not directly related to any of the other NSHE appropriations. The only program in Special Projects is the Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR). The program began in 1979 at the National Science Foundation (NSF) when five states received planning grants to develop strategies to build their research infrastructures. The goal of EPSCoR is to stimulate sustainable improvements in the quality of academic science and technology infrastructure of eligible states. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - State-Funded Perkins LoanSynopsis: This program provides need-based student loans on a state-funded basis and reflects the state specific commitment to students at post-secondary educational institutions. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Statewide Programs - UNLVSynopsis: The specialty centers within the University of Nevada, Las Vegas provide a wide variety of research and public service functions in the areas of education, economics, government, the sciences, and the cultural environment of Nevada and the Western United States. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Statewide Programs - UNRSynopsis: The specialty centers within the University of Nevada, Reno provide a wide variety of research and public service functions in the areas of education, economics, government, the sciences, and the cultural environment of Nevada and the Western United States. Activities specifically funded include the Research and Education Planning Center, Bureau of Business and Economic Research, Bible Center for Applied Research, Cancer Research Laboratory, Seismic Laboratory, Oral History Project, Basque Studies, Engineering Research and Development Center, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Energy, Environmental Physics, Continuing Education Department, Fleischmann Atmospheric Planetarium, Sanford Center for Aging, Small Business Development Center, Film Library, and the Northern Nevada Writing Project. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - System AdministrationSynopsis: The Board of Regents is established by the Nevada Constitution and statutorily endowed with the powers to provide direction and governance for all activities of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE). The Board of Regents, in conjunction with the employees of the Chancellor's Office, provides direction and coordination for the various activities of the campuses and units of the NSHE. The Chancellor's Office includes the functional areas of academic affairs, budget and financial planning/programming and legal counsel. The universities provide a wide range of undergraduate and graduate instructional programs, including professional and doctoral work in selected fields; maintain library, studio and laboratory services, and resources for research; provide cultural opportunities for students and the general public; and also provide public service and continuing education. The community colleges provide post-secondary educational opportunities that are regionally and financially accessible. This includes teaching occupational skills required by business and industry; upgrading students' skills necessary to compete successfully in college courses; providing community service programs and assistance to students in planning educational goals. The mission of the state college is to meet the needs of students who are interested in bachelor's degrees in much-needed fields such as nursing and education, as well as in other disciplines in the arts and sciences. Course work is fully transferable to both the first tier (universities) and the third tier (community colleges) in the NSHE. Appropriations in all NSHE budget accounts are recommended in conjunction with Board of Regents approved adjustments for non-appropriation sources of revenue, including tuition adjustments. For campus budgets, the non-appropriation funding sources are primarily from student registration fees and non-resident tuition. However, other available sources of revenue include operating capital investment and certain federal funds. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - System Computing CenterSynopsis: The mission of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) System Computing Services is to provide information technology leadership and system-wide technology services in support of its instructional, research, and service missions. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - Truckee Meadows Community CollegeSynopsis: Truckee Meadows Community College serves the Reno and Sparks area and nearby communities. Programs leading to an Associate of Arts Degree in such areas as applied science, arts, and general studies; programs emphasizing occupational education requirements; programs providing classes which transfer to university programs; and programs in developmental education combine to address the mission of the community college. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - University of Nevada - Las VegasSynopsis: The University of Nevada, Las Vegas is organized into the following colleges and schools: Allied Health Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Honors, Liberal Arts, Fine and Performing Arts, Hotel, Sciences, Nursing, Public Health, and Urban Affairs. Various other departments, divisions and programs, including the Office of Information Technology, the Division of Student Life, Division of Educational Outreach, the Nevada Institute for Children's Research and Policy, the Center for Health Disparities Research, the Applied Geophysics Center, the Transportation Research Center, the Center for Disability and Applied Biomechanics, the Saltman Center for Conflict Resolution, the Center for Multicultural Education, the Harry Reid Center for Environmental Studies, the International Gaming Institute, the Black Mountain Institute, and the University of Nevada Press combine to address the mission of the University. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - University of Nevada - RenoSynopsis: The University of Nevada, Reno, is organized into the College of Agriculture, College of Liberal Arts, College of Science, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Human and Community Services, Journalism, Mines, Nursing, Research and Graduate School studies. Various other interdisciplinary and special programs include Basque studies, computer and information science, environmental studies, ethnic studies, general studies, global studies, health careers for American Indians, historic preservation, history and social theory, honors study, hydrology and hydrogeology, land use planning, medieval and renaissance studies, religious studies and teacher certification, combine to address the mission of the university. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - University PressSynopsis: The University Press is organized as a public service arm of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) to make a contribution to the history and literature of Nevada and the Western United States, to stimulate scholarly research and writing by faculty members, and to enhance the academic reputation of the system on the national scene. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - UNLV Law SchoolSynopsis: The goals of the Boyd School of Law are to serve the State of Nevada and the nation by educating excellent and ethical future lawyers and leaders for our community and nation; produce high quality legal scholarship; encourage participation in continuing education programs; provide a high quality law library; help to meet the community's needs for legal services through clinical programs, externships and pro bono services; and provide a forum for the discussion of important public issues. Constitutional authority: Article 11, Section 4 and NRS 396.No note
NSHE - W.I.C.H.E. AdministrationSynopsis: The Nevada Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) carries out the goals, objectives, and programs of the multi-state Western Regional Higher Education Compact, and shares resources with Nevada's higher education institutions and safety net providers to offer educational, financial, and health care assistance to Nevada citizens. WICHE enhances workforce and economic development by providing the state highly-trained, qualified professionals in diversified areas of established need. Statutory Authority: NRS 397.No note
NSHE - W.I.C.H.E. Loan & StipendSynopsis: The Nevada Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) carries out the goals, objectives, and programs of the multi-state Western Regional Higher Education Compact, and shares resources with Nevada's higher education institutions and safety net providers to offer educational, financial, and health care assistance to Nevada citizens. WICHE enhances workforce and economic development by providing the state highly-trained, qualified professionals in diversified areas of established need. Statutory Authority: NRS 397.No note
NSHE - Western Nevada CollegeSynopsis: Western Nevada College serves both urban and rural areas with campuses in Carson City, Minden, Fallon, and satellite centers in Yerington, Fernley, Lovelock, Hawthorne, and Smith Valley. Offerings in occupational, community service, and developmental programs as well as counseling and other services combine to address student needs within the mission of the college.No note
Office of the GovernorSynopsis: The supreme executive power of the state is vested in the Governor of Nevada and he shall see that all laws are faithfully executed. The Governor serves as chairman for the State Board of Examiners, the Board of Directors for the Department of Transportation, the Board of Prisons Commissioners, the Board of Pardons Commissioners, Executive Branch Audit Committee, and as the Commander in Chief of the state military forces. The Governor is required to communicate by message on the condition of the state, recommend any legislation he deems necessary, and submit a proposed executive budget at each regular session of the Legislature. Authority: Article 5 of the Nevada Constitution, NRS 223.No note
Peace Officers Standards & Training CommissionSynopsis: The Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training (POST) establishes and regulates the minimum qualifications and professional standards for peace officers within the State of Nevada. POST certifies peace officers, conducts law enforcement training, conducts basic law enforcement academy training, certifies and audits continuing education courses, and certifies and audits all 133 criminal justice agencies and twenty-four basic law enforcement training academies. Statutory Authority: NRS 289.No note
PEBP - Active Employees Group InsuranceSynopsis: The Active Employee Group Insurance Subsidy (AEGIS) budget account collects contributions made by each state entity for the benefit of their active employees. These contributions defray a portion of the individual insurance premiums for active employees of state government who elect to participate in the state group insurance plan. The program is funded by payroll assessments and covers all state agencies, boards and commissions, the Judicial Branch, the Legislative Counsel Bureau, the Public Employees Retirement System and the Nevada System of Higher Education. Statutory Authority: NRS 287.044.No note
PEBP - Public Employees' Benefits ProgramSynopsis: The mission of the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP) is to design and manage a quality health care program so that all PEBP participants experience excellent service, responsiveness to changing benefit needs over care/life spans, equitable cost sharing, and fiscal soundness for long term viability of the program. Statutory Authority: NRS 287.No note
PEBP - Retired Employee Group InsuranceSynopsis: The Retired Employee Group Insurance (REGI) budget account provides a centralized collection mechanism for contributions made by each state entity for the benefit of all retired state employees. These contributions defray a portion of the individual insurance premiums for employees who retire from state government and elect to continue coverage in the state group insurance plan. The program is funded by payroll assessments to agency budgets and covers all state agencies, boards and commissions, the Judicial Branch, the Legislative Counsel Bureau, the Public Employees Retirement System, and the Nevada System of Higher Education. Statutory Authority: NRS 287.046.No note
PERS - Public Employees' Retirement SystemSynopsis: The purpose of the Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada is to provide public workers and their dependents with a retirement program that provides a reasonable base income for retirement or for periods where a disability has removed a worker's earning capacity. Additionally, it is to encourage those workers to enter into and remain in government service for such periods of time to give public employers and the people of the State of Nevada the full benefit of their training and experience. Established by NRS 286.110.No note
Public Charter School Loan ProgramSynopsis: The State Public Charter School Authority provides loans at or below market rate to charter schools for the costs incurred: in preparing a charter school to commence its first year of operation; and to improve a charter school that has been in operation. The lack of low cost financing or other capital for charter schools to access post approval and before commencing operations is a significant hurdle to expanding quality charter schools. Statutory Authority NRS 386.577.No note
PUC - Public Utilities CommissionSynopsis: The Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) regulates public companies engaged in: electric, natural gas, telephone, water, and sewer services; gas and electric master meter service at mobile home parks; and some propane systems. In addition, it monitors gas pipeline and railroad safety. Statutory Authority: NRS 703-705, 704A, 705B, 707-710.No note
Renewable Energy FundSynopsis: Pursuant to NRS 701A.300 through 701A.450 the Office of Energy is to create an account called the Renewable Energy Fund that receives the state's entire portion of the property taxes received from projects receiving abatements beginning July 1, 2012. This account and it's subaccounts shall be interest-bearing accounts and the interest and income earned on the money must be credited to the Fund.No note
Renewable Energy, Efficiency and Conservation LoanSynopsis: This loan account provides low interest loans for up to fifteen years to qualified applicants to construct renewable energy systems, manufacture renewable energy components, or implement energy conservation or efficiency projects.No note
Senior Justice & Senior Judge ProgramSynopsis: Article 6, Section 19, of the Nevada Constitution authorizes the Chief Justice to recall to active service any justice or judge who consents to such a recall and who has not been removed for cause or defeated for retention in office. Former judges are recalled to expedite judicial business, assist in districts with congested calendars, and act for those who are disqualified or unable to perform. This budget compensates the "senior justices and senior judges" that are recalled and assigned temporary duty. The assignment of former judges is a cost-effective method for state and county governments to avoid the costs of funding full-time judicial positions and from having to provide additional courtroom facilities and staff. This program is funded primarily through a general fund appropriation and administrative assessment revenue collected pursuant to NRS 176.059.No note
Silver State Health Insurance Exchange AdminSynopsis: The Silver State Health Insurance Exchange was established pursuant to Senate Bill 440 (2011) and the Affordable Care Act. By the end of calendar year 2013, Nevada must establish an Individual Health Insurance Exchange and a Small Business Health Options Program Exchange or cede that authority to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The marketplace must be operational by October 1, 2013 to facilitate open enrollment for health coverage that will take effect on January 1, 2014. The establishment of a state based exchange allows Nevada to: * Control costs and determine how the Exchange will be funded; the federal costs and funding methodology is unknown; * Create an outreach program, tailored for Nevadans, that includes navigators and brokers; * Ensure the participation requirements and products offered are as business friendly as possible; * Determine health plan standards regarding accreditation, network adequacy, service areas, and transition of care; * Keep jobs in Nevada; * Influence the federal regulation-making process by providing thoughtful, constructive criticism thereby mitigating the risks that may be created by harmful regulations. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates there were 557,000 uninsured individuals under the age of 65 in the State of Nevada in 2010 representing 23.9% of the total Nevada population under the age of 65. It is estimated that approximately two-thirds of these individuals are, or will be, eligible for Medicaid. The remaining third will be eligible for coverage through the Exchange. The Exchange expects enrollment will be approximately 118,000 in 2014 and 151,000 in 2015. To meet these goals, the Exchange will need to work with the Department of Health and Human Services and the Division of Insurance to: * Execute a comprehensive advertising campaign; * Ensure Navigators and Brokers are available in sufficient numbers and properly trained and certified; * Work with the Division of Insurance to ensure Qualified Health Plans include appropriate consumer protections and other certification requirements; * Ensure a seamless customer service experience between Medicaid, Nevada Check Up and subsidized Exchange coverage; * Provide enough value to attract small businesses and unsubsidized individuals to the Exchange.No note
SoS - HAVA Election ReformSynopsis: The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to effectively and efficiently serve the public by performing statutory duties to ensure the integrity of elections, facilitate business filings, protect consumers against securities fraud, preserve public records, appoint notaries public, administer and maintain registries for advance directives, domestic partnerships and ministers, and to promote public awareness and education in these and related areas. Constitutional Authority: Article 5, Section 20, NRS 225, 240, 122A, 449.900.No note
SoS - Secretary of StateSynopsis: The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to effectively and efficiently serve the public by performing statutory duties to ensure the integrity of elections; facilitate business filings; protect consumers against securities fraud; preserve public records; appoint notaries public; administer and maintain registries for advance directives, domestic partnerships, and ministers; and promote public awareness and education in these and related areas. Constitutional Authority: Article 5, Section 20, NRS 225, 240, 122A, 449.900.No note
SoS - State Business PortalSynopsis: The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to effectively and efficiently serve the public by performing statutory duties to ensure the integrity of elections, facilitate business filings, protect consumers against securities fraud, preserve public records, appoint notaries public, administer and maintain registries for advance directives, domestic partnerships and ministers, and to promote public awareness and education in these and related areas. Constitutional Authority: Article 5, Section 20, NRS 225, 240, 122A, 449.900.No note
Specialty CourtSynopsis: Specialty Courts are judicial problem-solving processes designed to address the root causes that contribute to criminal involvement. Specialty Courts facilitate testing, treatment, and oversight of certain persons over whom the court has jurisdiction and whom the court determines suffers from a mental illness or abuses alcohol or drugs. This includes, without limitation, Specialty Courts established pursuant to NRS 176A.250, 176A.280, 484C.340 and 453.580. A Specialty Court Funding Committee comprised of justices and general and limited jurisdiction judges authorize distribution of funds to Specialty Courts. The budget is funded from administrative assessment revenue collected pursuant to NRS 176.0613, administrative assessment revenue collected pursuant to NRS 176.059, and 10 percent of bail forfeitures collected pursuant to NRS 178.518.No note
State Judicial Elected OfficialsSynopsis: Pursuant to NRS 2.050, NRS 3.030, and NRS 213.015, this budget funds the salaries and fringe benefits of Nevada's seven Supreme Court justices and 82 district judges seated in 17 county courts within ten judicial districts.No note
State Public Charter School AuthoritySynopsis: The State Public Charter School Authority was created by SB 212 from the 2011 Legislative Session to authorize the formation of charter schools and provide technical assistance and oversight.No note
Supreme CourtSynopsis: Article 6 of the Nevada Constitution provides that the Nevada Supreme Court shall administer the Nevada Judicial System; has exclusive jurisdiction to hear appeals for all civil and criminal cases from District Courts; has the power to issue Writs of Mandamus, Certiorari, Prohibition, Quo Warranto and Habeas Corpus; shall proscribe the rules and requirements for the licensure of lawyers and impose discipline as appropriate; and shall hear all appeals from the Judicial Discipline Commission for the discipline of judges. The Nevada Supreme Court is funded primarily through administrative assessments collected pursuant to NRS 176.059, and through a general fund appropriation.No note
Tahoe Regional Planning AgencySynopsis: Jointly created by the States of Nevada and California and the U.S. Congress, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's (TRPA) mission is to cooperatively lead the effort to preserve, restore, and enhance the unique natural and human environment of the Lake Tahoe region now and in the future. TRPA's vision is to have a lake and environment that is clean, healthy and sustainable for the community and future generations. Under the compact, Nevada pays one-third of the State of California/Nevada costs to support TRPA's operation. As a planning agency, TRPA has the power to exercise effective environmental controls and perform other essential functions over the water, land, air, wildlife and development of the Lake Tahoe region. Starting in 1997, with the Nevada and California Governors' Memorandum of Understanding and the Presidential forum, TRPA has led the cooperative efforts of funding the Environmental Improvement Program. Statutory Authority: NRS 277.190 - 277.220s.No note
Tourism - Indian CommissionSynopsis: The mission of the Nevada Indian Commission (NIC) is to ensure the well-being of American Indian citizens statewide through development and enhancement of the government-to-government relationship between the State of Nevada and Indian Tribes, and through education for a greater cultural understanding of the State's first citizens. The NIC strives for social and economic equality for all American Indian people living in the state, while embracing traditional, cultural, and spiritual American Indian values. The Indian Commission serves as the liaison between the state and the twenty federally-recognized tribes comprised of twenty-seven separate tribes, bands, and community councils. Statutory Authority: NRS 233A.No note
Tourism - Museums & Hist - Lost City MuseumSynopsis: The Lost City Museum in Overton, Nevada located near the Moapa Paiute Indian Reservation, serves the public by studying, preserving, and protecting prehistoric Anasazi Pueblo sites and artifacts found in the Moapa Valley area, and interpreting these collections through exhibits, public programs, and publications. The Lost City Museum facility is itself an artifact, a Civilian Conservation Corps reproduction of an adobe pueblo dwelling complex and is preserved for future generations. An active archaeological program sponsors pottery workshops and other educational programs as well as occasional archeological digs. Interior and exterior exhibits on the grounds attract numerous tourists interested in topics relating to the Anasazi Pueblo complex, other early Native American cultures of southern Nevada, and the later history of the Moapa Valley, including Mormon settlement, mining, and railroads. The museum serves regional audiences of Native Americans, youth, students, families, adults, and a wide-reaching network of scholars and researchers interested in Native American cultures. Statutory Authority: NRS 381.No note
Tourism - Museums & Hist - Nevada State Museum, CCSynopsis: The Nevada State Museum, located in the state capital of Carson City, is the state's largest museum. Housed in the historic 1869 Carson City Mint building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the museum is an icon and historical artifact. The museum serves the public through extensive collections, education, and exhibition programs related to Nevada's rich heritage of prehistory, history, and natural history. The museum preserves collections at several locations, including the Marjorie Russell Clothing and Textile Research Center and the Indian Hills Curatorial Center. The museum also provides museum technical assistance for Nevada's non-state museums public history support for a variety of reference and public program requests, and fosters occasional archaeological and natural history fieldwork. America's largest exhibited Imperial Mammoth; Dat So La Lee Baskets; "U.S.S. Nevada" silver service; a replica walkthrough mine and ghost town; and Coin Press No. 1. are all on exhibit. Statutory Authority: NRS 381.No note
Tourism - Museums & Hist - Nevada State Museum, LVSynopsis: The Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas, located at the Las Vegas Springs Preserve, is a 70,000 square foot facility that serves the public through collecting, preserving, and interpreting artifacts, specimens, and historical documents representing southern Nevada, with emphasis on its relationship to the Mojave Desert. Long-term and short-term exhibit galleries feature prehistory, history, and natural history collections of interest to residents and tourists; public library and archives contain premier southern Nevada historical photographs and records for use by regional residents and researchers. The museum also has an education program that serves schools as well as residents and out-of-state visitors through programs, tours, workshops, and events. Statutory Authority: NRS 381.No note
Tourism - Museums & Hist - State Railroad MuseumsSynopsis: This budget account funds the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City, the East Ely Railroad Depot Museum, and the Boulder City Railroad Museum. The museums collect and display rolling stock, artifacts, memorabilia, photographs, records, and hardware. The Carson and Boulder City museums run weekend train operations seasonally in each fiscal year. Statutory Authority: NRS 381.No note
Tourism - Museums & Hist-Nevada Historical SocietySynopsis: The Nevada Historical Society collects and preserves Nevada's historically-significant manuscripts, photographs, books, maps, newspapers and other artifacts; making them available to the public through library/archives and through educational formats including on-site and off-site exhibit galleries, educational programs and publications, such as the Nevada Historical Society Quarterly. The agency provides researchers with the most comprehensive collections of Nevada-related historical documents available in a single location and presents an active public events and exhibits schedule to include school, youth, adult, and family programs. Statutory Authority: NRS 381.No note
Tourism - Museums & HistorySynopsis: The Division of Museums and History, Office of the Administrator, is responsible for oversight and administration of the division office and the statewide museum system, including: the Nevada State Museum and the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City, the Nevada Historical Society in Reno, the East Ely Railroad Depot Museum, the Lost City Museum in Overton, the Nevada State Museum in Las Vegas, and the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Boulder City. The state museum system is responsible for the collection, preservation, education, community development (cultural tourism), and interpretation of objects and documents representing Nevada's history and pre-history, and the development and preservation of these collections for the public, now and in the future. Statutory Authority: NRS 381.No note
Tourism - Nevada Arts CouncilSynopsis: The Nevada Arts Council (NAC) is the sole and official agency of the state to receive and distribute funds from the National Endowment for the Arts. The NAC was established in 1967 to "enrich the cultural life of the state through leadership and programs that preserve, support, strengthen and make accessible excellence in the arts for citizens and tourists alike." NAC accomplishes this through: (1) awarding grants that support a breadth of arts and cultural activities throughout Nevada; (2) the design and management of outreach programs and initiatives available to all geographic regions of the state; (3) providing professional development opportunities; and (4) maintaining active partnerships with communities and tribal organizations, schools and educators, arts organizations and artists, and nonprofit and profit businesses. A professional staff manages the agency's six program areas designed to advance the agency's mission and serve a diverse client base - Grants, Arts Education, Community Arts Development, Public Awareness and Arts Initiatives, Folklife, and Artist Services. Statutory Authority: NRS 233C.No note
Tourism - Nevada HumanitiesSynopsis: Nevada Humanities is a non-profit, nationally-recognized program that works in partnership with local communities to develop and fund humanities activities and educational programs. Established under provisions contained in the federal legislation creating the National Endowment for the Humanities, Nevada Humanities creates an environment conducive to economic development, heritage tourism, and quality education by fostering humanities activities such as lectures, exhibits, publications, book festivals, historic performances, teacher institutes, documentary films, interpreted art presentations, and a humanities grants program. After four consecutive biennia of legislative provision of one-shot funding to support a southern Nevada office, the 2005 Legislature converted the one-shot funding request to an on-going appropriation.No note
Tourism - Nevada MagazineSynopsis: Nevada Magazine is the Publications Division of the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs and is responsible for preparing and producing publications, such as Nevada Magazine, that educate the general public about Nevada and thereby foster awareness and appreciation of Nevada heritage, culture, historical monuments, natural wonders and natural resources. Statutory Authority: NRS 231.260 and NRS 231.290No note
Tourism - Tourism DevelopmentSynopsis: This budget account provides grant funds for the Tourism Development Grant Program, which was created to stimulate rural tourism infrastructure development that will support and attract visitors to the state. Funds go to local private and public organizations and are awarded on a competitive basis, with local matches required. Typical projects include visitor centers, kiosks and improving rest stops.No note
Tourism - Tourism Development FundSynopsis: The primary mission of the Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) is to generate revenue for the State of Nevada through tourism activities that encourage overnight stays. NCOT accomplishes this through administering a strategic integrated marketing plan that consists of a robust research program measuring visitation and identifying salient consumer purchase behavior; public relations, public affairs and social media outreach; traditional and digital advertising and customer engagement programming including customer relationship management, fulfillment and call center operations; web and mobile application development; domestic and international sales, including a presence at key consumer and travel trade shows; and grants and educational programs and conferences designed to enhance business opportunities for Nevada's tourism industry. Statutory Authority: NRS 231.160 to NRS 231.360.No note
Treasurer - Bond Interest & RedemptionSynopsis: The Treasurer's Office is responsible for issuing obligations authorized on behalf of, and in the name of, the state, with certain exceptions. The Consolidated Bond Interest and Redemption Fund is established pursuant to NRS 349.080 to 349.140, inclusive. All funds to be received on account of and for the purpose of any bond issued as well as the redemption of such bonds, the interest thereon and any fees shall be accounted for in the Consolidated Bond Interest and Redemption Fund. Statutory authority: NRS 226.110 General powers and duties. The State Treasurer: 9. Serves as the primary representative of the State in matters concerning any nationally recognized bond credit rating agency for the purposes of the issuance of any obligation authorized on the behalf and in the name of the State, except as otherwise provided in NRS 538.206 and except for those obligations issued pursuant to chapter 319 of NRS and NRS 349.400 to 349.987, inclusive. 10. Is directly responsible for the issuance of any obligation authorized on the behalf and in the name of the State, except as otherwise provided in NRS 538.206 and except for those obligations issued pursuant to chapter 319 of NRS and NRS 349.400 to 349.987, inclusive.No note
Treasurer - Endowment AccountSynopsis: The College Savings Endowment Account was established to record investment fees received from college savings investment advisors. It provides resources for the Prepaid Tuition Program, College Savings Program, and Millennium Scholarship Program. Statutory authority: NRS 353B.005 Board of Trustees: Creation; membership; terms; Chair; compensation. 1. There is hereby created a Board of Trustees of the College Savings Plans of Nevada. NRS 353B.370 8. The Board may contract with one or more qualified entities for the day-to-day operations of the Nevada College Savings Program as the Program Administrator for the management of an awareness campaign about the Program, the administration of the comprehensive investment plan and Trust Fund, the selection of investment managers for the Nevada College Savings Program and the performance of similar activities.No note
Treasurer - Higher Education Tuition AdminSynopsis: The Nevada Prepaid Tuition Program, administered by the State Treasurer, provides a variety of program options to prepay future higher education tuition costs at today's lower prices. NRS 353B.090 Development of Program by Board; regulations. 1. The (College Savings) Board shall develop the Nevada Higher Education Prepaid Tuition Program for the prepayment of tuition at a guaranteed rate which is established based on the annual actuarial study required pursuant to NRS 353B.190 for undergraduate studies at a university, state college or community college that is a member of the System. 2. The Board shall adopt regulations for the implementation of the Program, including, without limitation, regulations setting forth requirements for residency, a limit on the number of qualified beneficiaries, the termination, withdrawal and transfer of money paid into the Trust Fund, the time within which the money paid into the Trust Fund must be used, and payment schedules. (Added to NRS by 1997, 3484; A 2001, 2163, 2166; 2005, 364)No note
Treasurer - Millennium Scholarship AdministrationSynopsis: The Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Program, administered by the State Treasurer, awards scholarships to those students who graduate from Nevada high schools, meet the eligibility requirements, and enroll in approved higher education institutions in Nevada. Statutory authority: NRS 396.926 Creation of Program; Millennium Scholarship Trust Fund; deposit and investment of money in Fund; administration by Treasurer; use of money in Fund. 1) The Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Program is hereby created for the distribution of the Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarships in accordance with NRS 396.911 to 396.945, inclusive. The Millennium Scholarship Trust Fund is hereby created in the State Treasury. The State Treasurer may accept gifts, grants, bequests and donations for deposit in the Trust Fund.No note
Treasurer - Municipal Bond Bank Debt ServiceSynopsis: Statutes require that debt service funds of the Municipal Bond Bank be deposited into the Consolidated Bond Interest and Redemption Fund. Funds to finance the redemption have been transferred from the Municipal Bond Bank Revenue Fund. Statutory Authority: NRS 350A.140 Powers of State Treasurer as Administrator of Municipal Bond Bank. 1. The State Treasurer is the Administrator of the Municipal Bond Bank.No note
Treasurer - Municipal Bond Bank RevenueSynopsis: The Municipal Bond Bank, administered by the State Treasurer, was created by the 1981 Legislature for support of certain municipal projects through a bond bank. The Bond Bank allows the state to sell its general obligation bonds to provide funds to purchase local bonds. The state's higher bond rating saves local entities substantial amounts of interest payments. Statutory authority: NRS 350A.140 Powers of State Treasurer as Administrator of Municipal Bond Bank. 1. The State Treasurer is the Administrator of the Municipal Bond Bank. NRS 350A.150 State securities issued to acquire municipal securities may be outstanding pursuant to this chapter in an aggregate principal amount of not more than $1.8 billion.No note
Treasurer - Nevada College Savings TrustSynopsis: The Nevada College Savings Program, administered by the State Treasurer, is the state-sponsored 529 Plan. It provides tax-free methods, via a variety of program options, to save for future higher education expenses. NRS 353B.340 Creation; sources; limitations on use of money. 1. The Nevada College Savings Trust Fund is hereby created. NRS 353B.310 Regulations. 1. The State Treasurer shall adopt regulations to establish and carry out the Nevada College Savings Program, which must comply with the requirements of a qualified state tuition program pursuant to 26 U.S.C. º 529. 2. The regulations must be consistent with the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code set forth in Title 26 of the United States Code, and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto, to ensure that the Nevada College Savings Program meets all criteria for federal tax-deferred or tax-exempt benefits, or both. 3. The regulations must provide for the use of savings trust agreements and savings trust accounts to apply distributions toward qualified higher education expenses at eligible educational institutions in accordance with 26 U.S.C. º 529. 4. The regulations may include any other provisions not inconsistent with federal law that the State Treasurer determines are necessary for the efficient and effective administration of the Nevada College Savings Program and the Trust Fund.No note
Treasurer - State TreasurerSynopsis: The State Treasurer's Office directs the management of financial transactions conducted on behalf of the state. Responsibilities include: investing state and local government funds, issuing and servicing debt on behalf of the state, managing the state's Collateral Pool Program, and distributing interest earnings to statutorily approved funds and budget accounts. The office is also responsible for managing the state's banking relationships, drawing federal funds, and the distribution of state checks. THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF NEVADA ARTICLE. 5. Executive Department. Sec. 19. Other state officers: Election and term of office; eligibility for office. 1. Treasurer.No note
Treasurer - Unclaimed PropertySynopsis: The Unclaimed Property Program, administered by the State Treasurer, reunites property owners with their unclaimed property that has been turned over to the state. The Program ensures that businesses and government entities report and remit unclaimed property in a timely manner. Statutory authority: NRS 120A.025 "Administrator" defined. "Administrator" means the State Treasurer in his or her capacity as the Administrator of Unclaimed Property. NRS 120A.620 Abandoned Property Trust Account. 1. There is hereby created in the State General Fund the Abandoned Property Trust Account. 2. All money received by the Administrator under this chapter, including the proceeds from the sale of abandoned property, must be deposited by the Administrator in the State General Fund for credit to the Account.No note
Uniform System of Judicial RecordsSynopsis: The Uniform Systems of Judicial Records (USJR) standardizes, advances, and supports technology in all 79 trial courts throughout the state. USJR staff work directly with local, state and federal criminal justice agencies and courts to provide technological solutions to manage judicial caseloads and records, and to improve and address statistical reporting requirements. Major projects include the Nevada Court System (a centralized case management system that distributes case information to multiple courts via secured wide area networks), and the Multi-County Integrated Justice Information System (a secured data exchange system interfacing various criminal justice agencies, such as law enforcement, prosecuting offices, Public Safety, and the courts). The budget is funded primarily from administrative assessment revenue collected pursuant to NRS 176.059.No note
Wildlife - Conservation EducationSynopsis: The mission of the Conservation Education Division is to promote and enhance public understanding of wildlife and their habitats through the dissemination of information, in a credible manner, that is designed to inform and educate the citizens of Nevada and the United States. Conservation Education is responsible for public affairs and marketing, hunter/angler and wildlife education, the volunteer program, publications, and website administration.No note
Wildlife - Director's OfficeSynopsis: The Director's Office is responsible for overseeing seven division administrators; budget/fiscal and business management; federal aid management; support/liaison to the Wildlife Commission and seventeen county advisory boards to manage wildlife; internal policies and procedures; civil rights; diversity and accessibility; human resources; federal, state, and local legislative issues; representing Nevada and the west on various national and international committees; and the Department Safety Committee.No note
Wildlife - DiversitySynopsis: The Wildlife Diversity Division is dedicated to the protection, preservation, management and restoration of Nevada's diverse wildlife heritage. Through sound science, data management and synergistic partnerships the division will maintain healthy wildlife populations and habitats, thereby fulfilling Nevada's responsibility to maintain local, regional, and global species diversity. Through the division's efforts the scientific, educational, recreational, and economic values of Nevada's wildlife will be enhanced and preserved for future generations. The Wildlife Diversity Division is responsible for sensitive species management and surveying, Endangered Species Act consultation and recovery work, habitat restoration, wildlife action plan implementation, Landowner Incentive Program, Question 1 Bond Program, Department of Wildlife's portion of the Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program, and Geographic Information System (GIS) section.No note
Wildlife - Fisheries ManagementSynopsis: The mission of the Fisheries Division is to manage, protect and enhance Nevada's native aquatic species, to promote fishing in Nevada through a system of strategically located hatcheries and by managing Nevada's waters to their highest end use for anglers, to provide anglers with information essential to their sport, and to prevent the introduction of additional aquatic invasive species to Nevada and minimize the impacts to fisheries and aquatic habitats from those already established. The Fisheries Division is responsible for reservoir and stream management, fish hatcheries, fish stocking program, management of native fish, crustaceans and amphibians, urban fishery development and stocking, and angler information.No note
Wildlife - Game ManagementSynopsis: The mission of the Game Division is to be responsible for management, protection, research and monitoring of wildlife classified as game mammals, upland and migratory game birds and furbearing mammals. The Game Division has four program areas: avian and terrestrial game species management, game wildlife/depredation control and compensation, predator management and wildlife health and disease monitoring.No note
Wildlife - HabitatSynopsis: The Habitat Division is responsible for consultation, review and land use planning, Wildlife Management Areas, water development, habitat rehabilitation and restoration, wetlands acquisition and restoration, mining assessment and reclamation, and bond funded habitat enhancements.No note
Wildlife - Law EnforcementSynopsis: The mission of the Division of Law Enforcement of the Nevada Department of Wildlife is to protect and manage the wildlife resources and provide for public safety and protection of life and property of residents and visitors of the State of Nevada through enforcement of wildlife and boating safety laws. Law Enforcement is responsible for wildlife protection, Operation Game Thief, major wildlife crimes, dispatch, communications, boating access/education/enforcement, human-wildlife conflicts, Guide program, regulation adoption, officer recruitment retention, and training.No note
Wildlife - OperationsSynopsis: The mission of the Operations Division is to provide high quality, cost-effective customer service and support for both internal and external customers that is efficient and responsive, and which contributes to the department's ability to meet its mission and objectives. The Operations Division is responsible for hunting, fishing, and trapping license sales in seven offices statewide; license agents program; special licenses and permits; boat registration and titling; application hunts for game species (tagged); engineering and real estate services; information technology and data entry; facilities maintenance; and air operations.No note
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