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NV AB85

Bill

Status

Failed

6/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Howard Watts

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Origin

Assembly

83rd Legislature (2025)

AI Summary

  • Expands Nevada's definition of "wildlife" to include "designated invertebrates," defined as invertebrate species identified as greatest conservation need in the State Wildlife Action Plan, excluding pests

  • Requires the Department of Wildlife to coordinate with the State Department of Agriculture when preparing the State Wildlife Action Plan and consider the Nevada Managed Pollinator Protection Plan

  • Creates a new wildlife classification category for designated invertebrates, allowing the Board of Wildlife Commissioners to regulate these species

  • Mandates that designated invertebrates determined to be endangered must be placed on the fully protected species list, prohibiting capture, removal, or destruction except by special permit

  • Extends existing conservation programs for native fish and vertebrates to include designated invertebrates, authorizing interstate cooperation agreements for their protection

Legislative Description

Authorizes the management of designated invertebrates. (BDR 45-229)

Last Action

(No further action taken.)

6/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means4/17/2025
Natural Resources12/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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