Starting January 1, Nevadans will see several new laws take effect, covering a wide range of areas from public safety to health care and election rules.
These laws include significant changes in how disputes are resolved, how health services are managed, and how elections are communicated.
One of the key new laws, known as the Safe Streets Act (AB4), updates provisions related to public safety, including DUI penalties, stalking, and child sex abuse. It comes with increased terms of imprisonment in county or city jails and was approved by the governor on November 29. The act includes an unfunded mandate affecting local government and the state.
Another important bill,  AB198 or Lizzy’s Law, establishes regulations related to certain inflatable devices, aiming to improve safety standards.
Election communication also sees changes with AB73, which sets new requirements for communications related to elections.
Nevada’s health care system will be affected by several new laws. AB36 revises Medicaid provisions, while AB52 focuses on health insurance payment claims. AB56 updates the licensing rules for certain health care providers, and AB161 introduces changes relating to hospice care.
New rules also come for food delivery services through AB116, which updates regulations for delivery platforms.
Insurance policies related to wildfires will see revisions under AB376, aiming to better address wildfire risks and claims.
Other notable bills include AB72, which updates notary public and document preparation services, and AB220, which authorizes identification cards for people experiencing homelessness.
This is just a brief overview of some of the 55+ bills and resolutions that will become law starting in 2026. For more detailed information, the Nevada Legislature website provides full texts and explanations of each act.
