As the federal government shutdown continues, access to critical federal benefits for Nevadans remains a serious concern.In a move to ensure continued nutritio

Governor Joe Lombardo said using state funds to support SNAP benefits during the federal government shutdown is not a “viable solution.” Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo called on Congress to end the ongoing federal government shutdown in a letter sent to Senator Jacky Rosen.

U.S. Rep. Steven Horsford on Friday sent a letter to Gov. Joe Lombardo urging him to do “everything within his power” to ensure Nevadans continue to receive food stamps during a prolonged federal government shutdown.

Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford slightly trailed Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo in a recent poll that highlighted the divided state of Nevada politics – and gave insight where the election could be won and lost.

The money will help existing charter school brands expand while encouraging new charter schools to open in Nevada, according to Opportunity 180 CEO Tamara Shear.

The State of Nevada plans to quickly funnel $38.8 million toward local food banks in hopes fewer people will go hungry next month when $90 million in federally funded “food stamps” are not delivered to low-income people and families.

Nevada has joined a lawsuit challenging the United States Department of Agriculture’s upcoming suspension of SNAP benefits, which provide $90 million a month to around 500,000 Nevadans.

Gov. Joe Lombardo leads Attorney General Aaron Ford 40%-37% in new Nevada gubernatorial poll, with 23% undecided and race within margin of error.

Governor Joe Lombardo said using state funds to support SNAP benefits during the federal government shutdown is not a “viable solution.”

As the federal government shutdown continues, access to critical federal benefits for Nevadans remains a serious concern.In a move to ensure continued nutritio