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Gov. Jim Gibbons says gas prices are up as much as 50 cents from just one month ago in tourist-dependent Nevada and other states in the West, and he wants to know why. Gibbons said he has asked his state energy adviser, Hatice Gecol, to give him a preliminary report in two weeks on the prices and what might be done to deal with the problem, whether through fuel conservation "or a request for someone in Washington, D.C., to look into this matter.". (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Va. governor and DNC chief denies GOP travel query Jun 27, 2009
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons has asked a federal judge to shield his phone records from a former cocktail waitress who accuses him of accosting her outside a Las Vegas restaurant in 2006. Gibbons' lawyers contend in documents filed this week that releasing the records to Chrissy Mazzeo's lawyer would violate Gibbons' privacy and an earlier court order limiting evidence collection in Mazzeo's federal lawsuit against the governor. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Nevada toughens data protection law with crypto, PCI Jun 24, 2009
On May 29, Gov. Jim Gibbons signed into law Senate Bill No. 227, which repealed data protection law NRS 597. 970, which had been in effect for less than a year. (Search Security, MA)
New Law Cracks Down on Child Prostitution Jun 23, 2009
-- Governor Jim Gibbons signed a bill Monday morning that makes Nevada's child prostitution laws some of the strictest in the country. The new bill AB 380 lets the state freeze and seize assets of people convicted of pandering or prostitution of a child. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Voter approval drops for Gibbons in newspaper poll Jun 22, 2009
LAS VEGAS - A newspaper poll says voter approval for Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons has dropped to 10 percent, while 57 percent view him unfavorably. The Las Vegas Review-Journal poll released Sunday said Gibbons' numbers have dropped since state lawmakers finished the legislative session with Gibbons vetoing 48 bills _ a state record. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Sen. Ensigns admission blurs crafted image Jun 21, 2009
Jim Gibbons was elected governor while he was under investigation for assaulting a cocktail waitress. Charges were never filed in the case. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Ensign takes offensive in affair drama Jun 20, 2009
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Nevada Governor Feels `Very Badly' for Ensign Jun 20, 2009
Gov. Jim Gibbons says he feels "very badly" for U.S. Sen. John Ensign and his wife, Darlene, after the senator admitted having an extramarital affair with a former campaign worker. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
New Anti-Gang Laws Target Recruitment, School Policies Jun 19, 2009
Two new anti-gang laws passed by Nevada lawmakers and signed by Gov. Jim Gibbons punish adult gang members who recruit minors and require school districts to establish policies that ban criminal gang activity on campuses. SB142 makes it a low-level felony for adult gang members who use or threaten violence to force minors to join, remain in or rejoin a gang. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Ex-campaign aide to Ensign admits affair Jun 18, 2009
Ensign's announcement also added to an appearance of disarray for the party in Nevada, where GOP Gov. Jim Gibbons has been embroiled in nearly nonstop controversy throughout his term. Ensign's position within the leadership was a reflection of his popularity among the rank and file, but not a single Republican senator came to his public defense in the first hours after his announcement. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Ensign resigns from GOP leadership after admitting affair Jun 18, 2009
Ensign s announcement also added to an appearance of disarray for the party in Nevada, where GOP Governor Jim Gibbons has been embroiled in nearly nonstop controversy throughout his term. At his news briefing Tuesday, Ensign said the affair that he had last year was the worst thing I have ever done in my life. (Boston Globe)
Sen. Ensign admits extramarital affair Jun 17, 2009
He clearly was the most influential Republican in his state as the governor, Jim Gibbons, struggled with a horrendous economy and accusations of infidelity as well. More from msnbc. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Governor Gibbons' Chief of Staff Quits Jun 17, 2009
Josh Hicks, Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons' chief of staff, says he's quitting after 2 1/2 years as a senior staffer to the Republican governor, who plans to seek re-election despite a tumultuous first term. Hicks, an attorney who served as Gibbons' general counsel and deputy chief of staff prior to being named staff chief a year ago, says, "It's time to move on, spend more time with my family and seek out some new opportunities.". (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Senator admits affair with ex-campaign staffer Jun 17, 2009
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons is going through a messy divorce and has been accused by his wife, Dawn Gibbons, of infidelity. Ensign did not disclose what prompted his decision to declare his infidelity. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Autism advocates applaud Nev. Governor for enacting insurance reform bill Jun 16, 2009
Autism Speaks, the nation's largest autism science and advocacy organization, Thursday joined the Nevada autism community to praise Governor Jim Gibbons for signing into law AB 162, which requires insurance companies to provide coverage of evidence-based, medically necessary autism therapies. Nevada is now the eleventh state in the country to enact comprehensive autism insurance reform. (KRNV.com, NV)
Nevada governor criticizes Democratic lawmakers, vetoes more bills Jun 16, 2009
(AP) -- Republican Gov. Jim Gibbons continued his criticism of the Democrats who controlled the 2009 legislative session, and also announced Tuesday that he has vetoed five more bills, bringing his total to a record 48. Gibbons singled out Senate Majority Leader Steven Horsford, D-North Las Vegas, and Assembly Speaker Barbara Buckley, D-Las Vegas, during a news conference in which he also repeated criticism of the lawmakers' $781 million tax package approved over his veto. (KRNV.com, NV)
Voter-approved tax bill to create jobs Jun 16, 2009
The Nevada Legislature voted the bill into law when they overturned Governor Jim Gibbons' veto of it during the 75th legislative session. Comments Terms of Use: We welcome your participation in our community. (KRNV.com, NV)
In Nevada state budget fallout, local governments take a hit Jun 16, 2009
The original plan in Gov. Jim Gibbons' budget proposed redirecting 4 cents of every $100 of assessed property value from the counties to the state. In a hearing on the bill, Clark County lobbyist George Stevens asked a money committee to consider an alternative, to impose a tax for capital improvement projects. (KRNV.com, NV)
Governor Signs Major Overhaul to Medical Board Powers Jun 16, 2009 2009 Nevada Legislature ends Jun 5, 2009 Judge: No deposition due yet from Nevada governor Jun 5, 2009 Gibbons Vetoes Bills on Employee Bargaining Rights, Prevailing Wages Jun 5, 2009 Reid’s Republican Supporters in Nevada Form Committee Jun 4, 2009 NV's Republican First Lady Backs Reid Re-Election Jun 4, 2009 Governor has Veto Override Record Jun 4, 2009 Court Hears Arguments on NV Governor's Gun Permits Jun 3, 2009 2009 Nevada Legislature Draws to a Close Jun 2, 2009 New Nevada Sex Offender Rules Set Jun 2, 2009 Las Vegas Couple Reacts to Domestic Partnership Override Jun 2, 2009 Nevada Lawmakers Reject Veto of Partnership Bill Jun 2, 2009 Autism bill signed by Nevada governor Jun 1, 2009 Nevada governor vetoes 31 bills, sets record Jun 1, 2009 Nevada Senate backs partnership bill over gov May 31, 2009 Nevada lawmakers override governor's vetoes of tax, budget May 30, 2009 Tasteless Attack May 30, 2009 Gibbons says he will veto tax increases at press conference May 30, 2009 School District Eyes Veto Override May 30, 2009 Governor Assailed for Tax Veto May 30, 2009 Governor Gibbons Could Set Veto Record May 28, 2009 Shy of an apology, Obama talks up Las Vegas May 28, 2009 Protests Sparked Over Same Sex Marriage Ruling May 27, 2009 Governor Gibbons Vetoes Domestic Partnership Bill May 27, 2009 Nevada governor signs bills, including civil rights restoration measure May 27, 2009 Nevada governor vetoes ORV bill May 27, 2009 Nevada guv vetoes domestic partners bill May 26, 2009 Obama Coming Back to Las Vegas May 26, 2009 Gibbons Rejects Offer to Greet Obama at Airport May 26, 2009 Tears mark Clovis vigil for 3 girls lost in crash May 26, 2009 Nevada governor vetoes 2 more bills May 24, 2009 Nevada Legislature advances 'green energy' bills May 24, 2009 Nevada lawmakers rush to deliver $6.8 billion budget, tax plan to governor May 23, 2009 Nevada lawmakers reject governor's veto May 23, 2009 Lawmakers Pass Budget, Send to Governor May 23, 2009 Nevada governor signs bill barring gender-expression discrimination May 23, 2009 Governor vetoes bills May 22, 2009 Nevada lawmakers advance bills on ORVs and fire hazards May 22, 2009 Nevada lawmakers work on nearly $7 billion budget, tax plans May 22, 2009 Domestic partnership law advocates gear up for Nevada governor's veto May 22, 2009 Ethics dispute resolved May 22, 2009 Nevada lawmakers debate renewable energy bills May 22, 2009 Gibbons Vetoes 4 Bills, Including Gas Tax Plan May 22, 2009 Strange Budget Battle Brews in Carson City May 22, 2009 Read Hannity's America May 21, 2009 Raggio Urged to Vote No on Taxes May 21, 2009 Key Nevada senators won't vote on tax plan May 21, 2009 Governor Flips on Furloughs May 21, 2009 Gov's tour to Eureka, Ely, Elko, Winnemucca May 20, 2009 Political Grapevine May 20, 2009 Reno mayor calls Nevada governor a liar May 20, 2009 Nevada lawmakers advance many bills as session end nears May 20, 2009 NEVADA GOV. LASHES OUT AT OBAMA'S 'RECKLESS COMMENTS'... May 19, 2009 Gibbons Says Request to Meet With Obama Turned Down May 19, 2009 Nevada lawmakers vote on key elements of tax plan to help balance state budget May 19, 2009 Nevada lawmakers outline tax plan to help balance state budget May 17, 2009 55 bills die on deadline in Nevada legislative committees May 17, 2009 Nevada Assembly endorses domestic partner bill May 16, 2009 Lawmakers Fret About Higher Ed Budget May 16, 2009 Washoe County gas tax increase plan approved by Nevada lawmakers May 16, 2009 Nevada legislature work to overcome hurdles to renewable energy development May 16, 2009 Governor Gibbons Speaks Out Against Tax Increases May 15, 2009 Higher education budget talks continue May 13, 2009 County Heads Oppose Tax Grab May 13, 2009 Former Maine tourism director gets similar post in Nevada May 13, 2009
A bill to overhaul the disciplinary process for doctors has received Governor Jim Gibbons' signature. The new law, proposed by the state Medical Board, is an effort to restore public confidence following the hepatitis C crisis in southern Nevada. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Sex Crime legislation considered Jun 6, 2009
Gov. Jim Gibbons approved a plan to impose fines that could add up to $1 million, besides any criminal penalties, on sex traffickers who lure or force children into prostitution. AB380 allows for a $100,000 fine if offenders are convicted of trafficking prostitutes 14 to 17 years old, and a $500,000 fine if the child is less than 14. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
(AP) -- The 2009 Nevada Legislature adjourned early Tuesday, after weary lawmakers cobbled together last-minute compromises, overrode many of Gov. Jim Gibbons' record number of vetoes and shipped him dozens of Senate- and Assembly-approvedbills. The Assembly adjourned just before midnight Monday, and the Senate did the same about half an hour into Tuesday. (KRNV.com, NV)
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- A federal judge says Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons still doesn't have to provide sworn testimony in a lawsuit by a woman accusing him of accosting her outside a Las Vegas restaurant in October 2006. U.S. Magistrate Peggy Leen said Tuesday that until there's a ruling on whether the lawsuit can go to trial, the governor and others being sued by Chrissy Mazzeo don't have to submit to questioning by Mazzeo's lawyer, Robert Kossack. (KRNV.com, NV)
A bill granting state workers some collective bargaining rights -- excluding talks on wages or other economic matters -- was vetoed Thursday by Gov. Jim Gibbons. Besides the bargaining rights measure, AB395, the Republican governor also rejected SB376, which makes various changes in laws dealing with the state's prevailing wage requirements. (KLAS-TV)
The list of Republicans who have signed on to endorse Reid includes high-profile Nevada business owners, the Republican mayor of Reno, and Nevada first lady Dawn Gibbons, a former state legislator and one-time Congressional candidate who is in the middle of a nasty divorce from her husband, Gov. Jim Gibbons (R). Sparks Mayor Geno Martini and long-time GOP operative Sig Rogich are serving as the group s co-chairmen. (Roll Call)
She is currently seeking a divorce from Gov. Jim Gibbons. The Reid campaign released the list Wednesday. (KLAS-TV)
Gov. Jim Gibbons vetoed a record number of bills from the 2009 Nevada Legislature and was hit with a record number of veto overrides, in what some see as his lack of involvement and lawmakers' decision to largely ignore him. Gibbons spokesman Dan Burns says the 41 vetoes and 25 veto overrides by the time the session ended early Tuesday "show the system works" and that the Republican governor "stood up for what he believed in, every step of the way, especially when he vetoed those tax hikes."... (KLAS-TV)
A lawyer for a Reno newspaper urged the Nevada Supreme Court on Tuesday to open some records concerning Gov. Jim Gibbons' concealed weapons permit, arguing confidentiality provisions extend only to information on an application, and not documents or actions after a permit is issued. "The statute is not a blanket rule of confidentiality for any and all records that relate to a concealed firearm permit," Scott Glogovac, attorney for the Reno Gazette-Journal, argued before the court in Carson City. (KLAS-TV)
The 2009 Nevada Legislature neared adjournment late Monday, with weary Nevada lawmakers cobbling together last-minute compromises, overriding Gov. Jim Gibbons' record number of vetoes and shipping him dozens of Senate- and Assembly-approved bills. Legislators wrapped up work on a high-profile package of renewable energy bills, voting for SB395, which encourages "green" development and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. (KLAS-TV)
Governor Jim Gibbons signed the bill late last week. It will apply to offenders who are convicted on or after October of this year. (KLAS-TV)
The Nevada Legislature overrode Governor Jim Gibbons' veto of a domestic partnership bill. Nevada will now recognize the relationships of same sex and unmarried straight couples. (KLAS-TV)
-- Nevada's Assembly voted Sunday to override Gov. Jim Gibbons' veto and to change state law so that domestic partners, whether gay or straight, have many of the rights and benefits that Nevada offers to married couples. The Assembly's 28-14 vote _ the bare two-thirds majority needed _ followed the state Senate's vote a day earlier to enact the measure into state lawbooks over the conservative Republican governor's objections. (Newsmax)
Autism advocates have reason to celebrate Friday, after Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons signed a key piece of legislation. After months of emotional testimony and several amendments AB162, also known as the autism insurance reform bill, has become law. (KRNV.com, NV)
(AP) -- Gov. Jim Gibbons has set a record for vetoes, rejecting 31 bills so far during the 2009 legislative session and breaking a record of 30 vetoes set shortly after Nevadabecame a state in 1864. The previous record for most vetoes in a session was set by then-Gov. (KRNV.com, NV)
- The Nevada Senate has voted to override Gov. Jim Gibbons' veto of a measure that gives domestic partners, whether gay or straight, many of the rights and benefits that Nevada offers to married couples. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
(AP) -- Nevada lawmakers moved swiftly late Thursday to start overriding Gov. Jim Gibbons' veto of a $781 million tax increase plan -- which the conservative Republicangovernor termed "just plain wrong.". There was no comment as the Democrat-controlled Senate voted 17-4 to override Gibbons' veto of SB429, the tax increase measure which was among 20 bills vetoed a few hours earlier. (KRNV.com, NV)
HUCKABEE: Jim Gibbons, the governor of Nevada, will be talking about Obama being too busy to come talk to the governor but not busy enough to do 18 hours for Harry Reid. HANNITY: And we'll be watching. (Fox News)
Nevada's Governor Jim Gibbons has called a press conference to showcase his rejection of the state legislature's tax package and spending plan presented to him last week. Nevada lawmakers Friday delivered to the governor their $6. (KRNV.com, NV)
Lawmakers overrode Governor Jim Gibbons' veto of tax hikes. The Clark County School District has already slashed programs and jobs. (KLAS-TV)
State lawmakers cheered their override of Governor Jim Gibbons' veto. The governor vetoed eight bills that would increase taxes and raise $781 million. (KLAS-TV)
Governor Jim Gibbons is on pace for more vetoes than any other head of state in Nevada's history ... With less than a week left to define the 2009 session, Governor Jim Gibbons is fighting for headlines and control of the legislature ... "We're going to show the governor that he's irrelevant," said Governor Jim Gibbons, (R) Nevada referring to lawmakers. (KLAS-TV)
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons, a Republican, said Obama's comments Wednesday weren't enough to make up for what he called the "large worldwide implications" of his earlier words. "What he said today, gosh, it was better than nothing, but when you look at it, it was next to nothing that he said," Gibbons told KLAS-TV in Las Vegas. (AZCentral -- News)
People say the California Supreme Court decision, and Governor Jim Gibbons' decision not to sign a domestic partnership bill is an attack on equal rights. "Its just about now getting our names out there, getting our faces out there, letting people know that we are still looking for our rights. We're still fighting for our rights," said Desiree Duncan with the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada. (KLAS-TV)
Gov. Jim Gibbons has vetoed a law that would give domestic partners, whether gay or straight, many of the rights and benefits that Nevada offers to married couples. In a statement Monday, Gibbons said Senate Bill 283 conflicts with a constitutional amendment approved by Nevada voters in 2002 supporting marriage between a man and a woman. (KLAS-TV)
(AP) - A measure that streamlines the process for restoring civil rights of criminal offenders after they have paid their debts to society was signed into law Tuesday by Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons. Currently, certain ex-offenders can have their civil rights restored after they apply to the state Pardons Board, chaired by the governor. (KLAS-TV)
(AP) - An off-road vehicle registration plan was vetoed Tuesday by Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons, who said it calls for new fees and that's not something he supports. The ORV bill required owners of ORVs to register their rigs with the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles. (KLAS-TV)
Gov. Jim Gibbons vetoed a law Monday that would give domestic partners, whether gay or straight, many of the rights and benefits that Nevada offers to married couples ... (AP) -- Gov. Jim Gibbons vetoed a law Monday that would give domestic partners, whether gay or straight, many of the rights and benefits that Nevada offers to married couples. (San Francisco Chronicle)
But Governor Jim Gibbons and Mayor Goodman accused the president of telling people not to travel to Las Vegas and blamed numerous cancellations on the comments. Tuesday, the mayor spoke to the president's chief of staff. (KLAS-TV)
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons says he rejected a White House offer of a handshake meeting with President Barack Obama when he arrives in Las Vegas. The Republican governor released a statement Monday saying he's not interested in a "momentary" greeting with the Democratic president. (KLAS-TV)
Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons and Nevada Sen. Harry Reid offered condolences to the Hook family at Memorial Day events in Nevada. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
(AP) - Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons vetoed two more bills on Saturday, including one calling for hospital staffing plans to ensure adequate nurse-to-patient ratios and safety of patients. Advocates of AB121 said that when nurses have too many people to look after, there's a risk of patients dying. (KLAS-TV)
(AP) - Nevada lawmakers are rushing to pass renewable energy bills, as part of a mostly cooperative effort that has included Gov. Jim Gibbons. Gibbons, who is pushing 1 of the measures, and the lawmakers who sponsored the other bills want to streamline the process of developing renewable energy in Nevada. (KLAS-TV)
8 billion, 2-year state budget and $781 million in tax increases to Gov. Jim Gibbons with time to spare. The rush to get the tax measure, SB429, to the Republican governor, who's expected to veto it, was critical since lawmakers must adjourn June 1. (KLAS-TV)
(AP) - A day after a bill authorizing the state's water engineer to impose higher fees was vetoed by Gov. Jim Gibbons, Nevada lawmakers overrode him and enacted the measure. The Senate voted unanimously to reject Gibbons' veto of AB480. (KLAS-TV)
It's been months of fighting and arguing and Friday's final deadline to get the bill to Governor Jim Gibbons forced the deal. Both houses have enough votes to override the governor's planned veto next week. (KLAS-TV)
(AP) - A bill barring discrimination based on sexual orientation was signed into law Friday by Gov. Jim Gibbons. Under SB207, the Nevada Equal Rights Commission would be required to investigate complaints filed by those reporting such discrimination. (KLAS-TV)
Only a few hours after three bills dealing with state fees, consumer health assistance and penalties for taking free periodicals were vetoed by Gov. Jim Gibbons, lawmakers started the process of overriding him ... (AP) -- Only a few hours after three bills dealing with state fees, consumer health assistance and penalties for taking free periodicals were vetoed by Gov. Jim Gibbons, lawmakers. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
While the measure has widespread support from numerous groups, Gov. Jim Gibbons plans to veto it. Jodi Stephens, his legislative director, said the plan includes new registration fees, and the governor won't support such fees. (KLAS-TV)
The "no" votes were cast by conservative Republicans in line with GOP Gov. Jim Gibbons, who plans to veto the budget. Senate Finance members voted Thursday to endorse SB431, another key budget measure which spells out how most non-state general fund money will be spent. (KLAS-TV)
(AP) - Advocates of a domestic partnership bill that may be vetoed by Gov. Jim Gibbons are seeking support for a possible override vote by lawmakers, circulating a favorable letter from Harrah's Entertainment - and even an old letter from Gibbons. The Harrah's letter, from executive Jan Jones, states that SB283 is needed to help foster the perception "that our state is a fair place for business and leisure travel.". (KLAS-TV)
Hardy's vote is considered essential to pass a $781 million tax measure and then override GOP Gov. Jim Gibbons' expected veto. But he said Wednesday he was abstaining to avoid the appearance of a conflict. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
SB395, proposed by Gov. Jim Gibbons, would encourage renewable energy development, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and require state buildings to adopt energy and water efficiency standards. The changes proposed in SB395 would make it easier for renewable energy companies to come to Nevada by allowing more utility companies to sidestep part of a lengthy permitting process. (KLAS-TV)
As promised, Gov. Jim Gibbons on Thursday vetoed a measure that would authorize the Washoe County Commission to enact a voter-approved gas tax increase to raise money to finance transportation projects. The governor said he was vetoing SB201 because the advisory question approved by Reno-area voters lacked "a clear and concise statement that the state legislation being sought would come in the form of a fuel tax increase.". (KLAS-TV)
There is also the possibility of Governor Jim Gibbons' massive cuts to state spending becoming reality. It may be tough to understand sitting 428 miles away from the action in Carson City, but this political end game is one for the ages. (KLAS-TV)
In fact, Obama is refusing to meet with Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons while he's in town. Gibbons has called for the president to apologize for his comments and recently said, "President Obama stood for change, but all he has done is brought negative economic change to Nevada.". (Fox News)
Political consultant Robert Uithoven said he understands that Raggio, whose vote on SB429 is seen as critical to assuring a two-thirds majority needed to overcome a veto from GOP Gov. Jim Gibbons, was advised by the lawmakers' top legal adviser, Brenda Erdoes, to not vote. The Raggio development coincided with reports that Sen. (KLAS-TV)
(AP) - Two key Republican state senators, whose votes are considered essential to pass a $781 million tax measure and then override GOP Gov. Jim Gibbons' expected veto, said Wednesday they're abstaining to avoid the appearance of a conflict. Senate Minority Leader Bill Raggio, R-Reno, said he doesn't have a conflict of interest but was advised by the Legislature's chief legal adviser to be cautious in the tax matter. (KLAS-TV)
Right now the bill is expected to pass both houses, be vetoed by Governor Jim Gibbons and then brought back next week for an override. Republicans like Assembly Minority Leader Heidi Gansert say taxes were inevitable, but she still does not support the entire proposal. (KLAS-TV)
(AP) - Gov. Jim Gibbons is hitting the road this week for what he calls his "Nevada Road to Recovery Tour.". The first-term Republican plans to visit the opera house in Eureka at noon on Wednesday and the East Ely Railroad Museum at 6 p.m.. (KLAS-TV)
And Nevada Republican Governor Jim Gibbons says President Obama is refusing to meet with him, and key business leaders from his state, after causing severe financial problems for them. Gibbons says more than 400 conventions and business meetings have been canceled in the months following the president's statement in Elkhart, Indiana on February 9 that: "You can't go take a trip to Las Vegas or go down to the Super Bowl on the taxpayer's dime.". (Fox News)
(AP) - Reno Mayor Bob Cashell said Tuesday that Nevada Gov. Jim Gibbons was lying when he said he'd support a gas tax increase if approved by the voters. Cashell is angry that Gibbons has said he'll veto the legislation authorizing the Washoe County Commission to increase the motor vehicle fuel tax, a proposal that passed with 55% of the vote in November. (KLAS-TV)
The Senate unanimously voted for Gov. Jim Gibbons proposal to make Nevada energy-independent by making the state an energy exporter instead of an energy importer. SB395, routed to the Assembly, would abate property taxes of renewable energy producers for 10 years. (KLAS-TV)
Carson City - The Office of Governor Jim Gibbons was notified today that President Barack Obama has refused to meet with the Governor and key business leaders from Nevada. Governor Gibbons requested the meeting in a letter to President Obama so the President could address statements he made that were critical to Nevada and have caused economic damage to convention business and tourism business in the Silver State. (The Drudge Report)
Gov. Jim Gibbons said he was notified Monday that President Obama won't meet with him and some key Nevada business leaders, when Obama is in Las Vegas for a fundraiser, to discuss hardships faced by the state's tourism industry. Obama is scheduled to be in Las Vegas on May 26 for a fundraiser for U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev. (KLAS-TV)
1 billion budget hole, Nevada lawmakers began voting Monday on key elements of a revenue plan that includes increased payroll and sales taxes and higher business and vehicle fees - all likely to be vetoed by Gov. Jim Gibbons. In the Assembly, legislators voted 33-9 to double business license fees, from $100 to $200 a year, and to charge businesses $200 for each of their locations. (KLAS-TV)
They face a certain veto from GOP Gov. Jim Gibbons, who has said repeatedly that he won't sign off on tax increases. However, legislators are gearing up for an override vote in the last few days of the 2009 session, scheduled to end June 1. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
The bills that are left are in the lawmakers' two money committees or have already been approved and routed to Gov. Jim Gibbons for his signature. By the time the session ends, it's likely that more than half, or 550 to 600, of all introduced measures will have survived. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Gov. Jim Gibbons has threatened to veto the plan. Proponents of the measure included Assemblywoman Sheila Leslie, D-Reno, who said it's in line with "the great tradition of Nevada libertarianism" and "Nevadans don't want government interfering with our personal lives.". (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
5 percent cut for Nevada's state universities and colleges even though it's far below a 36 percent cut sought by Gov. Jim Gibbons. Finance members voted for subcommittee recommendations that with possible student tuition increases could reduce the reductions for the higher education system to about 10-percent. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
(AP) - The Nevada Assembly ignored Gov. Jim Gibbons' veto threat and voted 34-5 Friday for a bill to let Washoe County commissioners enact a voter-approved motor fuel tax increase. SB201, already approved by the state Senate, now goes to Gibbons. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Gov. Jim Gibbons proposed SB395, which also proposes to abate property taxes of renewable energy producers. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
But Governor Jim Gibbons is no longer just waiting to veto it, he is launching his own offensive saying any new taxes will slow Nevada's recovery. State lawmakers say they will try to finalize a budget by one week from Thursday, so they have time to try to override the governor's promised veto. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
5% in funding for higher education - far below the 36% reductions sought by Gov. Jim Gibbons. A core group of legislative leaders worked behind closed doors on the tentative agreement, which was then brought to a Senate-Assembly budget subcommittee for public discussion and a vote. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
The plan originally proposed by Gov. Jim Gibbons could generate $68 million for the state. Representatives of the counties, encompassing Las Vegas and Reno, told the Assembly Ways and Means Committee on Tuesday that they are already facing substantial deficits and service cuts. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
(AP) - Dann Lewis, who was dumped in 2007 as Maine's tourism director, was named Tuesday as Nevada's tourism chief by Gov. Jim Gibbons. Gibbons said in announcing the appointment that Lewis has been in the tourism-hospitality business for more than 40 years, and tourist-dependent Nevada "will receive an immediate benefit from his knowledge and skills.". (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
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