Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has announced that he will activate a limited amount of National Guard personnel to be available on Election Day.
In a release, the Governor's Office says the activation will be limited to supporting state and local resources on Election Day.
The decision echoes Nevada's preparation for past elections and was made after consultation with election officials and state leaders.
Sixty total members of the National Guard will be activated on standby status and stationed in Nevada National Guard facilities in both Carson City and Las Vegas. They will be available to support existing law enforcement preparations for Election Day on things like traffic enforcement and building security and to coordinate and facilitate communication across the state if additional support is needed.
“As a first responder, I know first-hand the importance of being prepared, and this decision reflects my commitment to safety and preparedness on Election Day. As always, I am deeply grateful to the men and women of our National Guard, and I appreciate their service to our state and country,” said Governor Lombardo in a statement.
“I share Governor Lombardo’s commitment to safety, preparedness, and transparency,” said Secretary of State Francisco V. Aguilar. “This proactive decision helps ensure that we’ve made the most of our available resources across Nevada. Our election officials and law enforcement leaders have been preparing for the November 5 election for years. This frees up their resources on Election Day so they can focus on delivering a safe and secure election.”
