Several Nevada lawmakers have released statements in observance of the 9/11 attacks in New York City, the Pentagon and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. 

Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) released this statement: 

“Seventeen years ago, our country experienced one of the darkest days in our history. The scars of that day are still with us 17 years later, and so are the memories of the bravery and heroism we saw. At the Twin Towers and the Pentagon, brave firefighters, police officers, and first responders rushed into danger to care for the wounded and do all they could to save lives. On United Flight 93, fearless Americans made the ultimate sacrifice to protect the lives of countless others. The dedication and bravery of emergency personnel and everyday civilians went beyond the call of duty, and many gave their lives to save their fellow citizens. We will never forget the innocent lives that were taken, or the stories of bravery and sacrifice that emerged from the devastation of that tragic day.”

Senator Dean Heller (R-NV) released this statement: 

“Seventeen years have passed since September 11, 2001, but time will not erase our memories from that shocking day. Today, we reflect on the thousands of innocent lives that were lost, and we are reminded of the immeasurable acts of selflessness and bravery that followed the attacks. We remember the heroism displayed by our nation’s first responders, the actions of good Samaritans who rushed toward chaos to help strangers, and the new generation of soldiers who readily answered the call to serve. On this day in particular, we are reminded of the resilience of our United States,” said Heller.  “As a senior member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, I am committed to taking care of all of the men and women in uniform who have served in harm’s way and reminded the world of America’s strength, as well as those who continue to defend our freedoms today.” 

Representative Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released this statement:

“It was a privilege to join our community and our first responders this morning in honoring the lives of the brave firefighters, police officers, and other heroes who sacrificed their lives to save others on September 11, 2001. We will always remember those we lost on that tragic day 17 years ago and never forget the selfless courage of our first responders.”

Representative Ruben J. Kihuen (D-NV) released the following statement:

“Seventeen years ago our nation faced the worst terrorist attack in our history,” said Rep. Kihuen. “2,997 innocent lives were tragically taken that day and our nation was forever changed. But despite the efforts of cowardly terrorists to tear our nation apart, we grew stronger and showed that the American people and American values will never be compromised. On this solemn day we must honor the memory of those who were taken from their loved ones far too soon and rededicate our commitment to keeping Americans safe at home and abroad.”

Representative Mark Amodei (R-NV) tweeted this message: 

Governor Sandoval tweeted this message: 

Nevada Republican Party Chairman Michael J. McDonald released the following statement:

“Today we honor the compassionate, courageous souls who lost their lives in the deadliest terrorist attack in U.S. History. We remember those whose lives were lost simply because they went to work that day and the brave first responders who went in after them. We continue to honor these heroes and pray for those who grieve for them. We will never forget the valor of those who have gone before us. On this and every September 11, as we are reminded of the sacrifices and challenges we have encountered in our eternal pursuit of freedom, we are deeply moved by the strength and resilience of the American spirit.”