Environment

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) released the following statement applauding the United States Geological Survey (USGS) for awarding the University of Nevada, Reno a grant totaling $525,200, to be used for maintaining Nevada’s regional seismic network, which helps to make up the Advanced National Seismic Network (ANSS).
 
“The best way Nevadans can prepare for earthquakes and the resulting damage to infrastructure is to be aware of the...

LAS VEGAS, NV – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) sent a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) following a recent announcement that it would end operations at its Las Vegas Finance Center (LVFC) on March 21, 2020.

“I am troubled by the EPA’s decision to close the Las Vegas Finance Center, particularly given that Congress has not appropriated funds for the EPA to consolidate or close any of its regional offices,” wrote Senator Rosen. “Moreover, neither the Las Vegas Finance...

LAS VEGAS, NV – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) toured the Clark County Wetlands Park in Las Vegas. Following the tour, Senator Rosen participated in a roundtable discussion with representatives of Nevada environmental conservation groups to discuss the importance of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF).

“Not only is the Land and Water Conservation Fund important for the protection of Nevada’s public lands, it’s also vital to our thriving outdoor recreation economy,” said...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV), and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) released the following statement applauding the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for awarding the Native American Water Association a grant totaling $240,400 to be used to develop water and waste solutions.

“It is critical that all of our communities, including Nevada’s many tribes, have access to clean, potable water. We applaud the USDA for supporting this vital, commonsense program,” said the...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), announced her co-sponsorship of the Forest Management for Rural Stability Act (S. 430). This bipartisan legislation would create an endowment fund for Secure Rural Schools (SRS), ensuring that the program, which provides funding for counties with forests on federal land, is made permanent. In FY18, Nevada received approximately $3.3 million dollars in SRS funding.

“This bipartisan legislation would provide compensation to our counties...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) released the following statement applauding the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for awarding $512,562 to the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California, to be used for environmental development and improved water quality.

“Access to clean water and a waste-free environment plays a pivotal role in leading a healthy life. We applaud the EPA for supporting environmental development programs within our...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) released the following statement applauding the Department of Interior for disbursing $235,000 in funding to the state of Nevada through its U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program. These funds will enhance habitat for big-game species, help control invasive annual grasses, and reduce risk to migrating animals.

“Nevada is home to a diverse range of majestic wildlife, and it’s...

ELKO, NV --Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) met with local environmental advocates to discuss the Senator’s ongoing legislative conservation efforts to protect Nevada’s public lands and natural resources.
 
“Nevada’s public lands, national monuments, and natural resources are a point of history, pride, and livelihood for many people all across Nevada,” said Senator Rosen. “I was happy to sit down with conservation advocates and hear first-hand why it is pivotal that we keep the land here...

LAS VEGAS, NV – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), took part in a roundtable discussion at Get Outdoors Nevada with public lands and conservation advocates to discuss the importance of Nevada’s public lands to tourism and the Senator’s work on legislative conservation efforts.

“Each year, tens of thousands of visitors come to our state to experience the natural beauty of our public lands and monuments. It is imperative that we keep our public lands open, accessible, and pristine for all...

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Representative Susie Lee (D-NV-03), Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), and Representatives Steven Horford (NV-04) and Mark Amodei (NV-02) introduced the bipartisan Jobs, Not Waste Act. This legislation would prohibit the Secretary of Energy from taking action relating to the licensing, planning, development, or construction of a nuclear waste repository at Yucca Mountain until the Director of the Office of Management and Budget...