LEGISLATIVE CALL TO ACTION:

SUPPORT AMENDMENT TO SB 425

As you know, NALS has voiced strong concerns about SB 78 and its potential impact on the independence of Nevada’s licensing boards, including the Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BPELS). In response, we’re pleased to share a proposed amendment to SB 425 that directly addresses those concerns while offering a more balanced path forward. This amendment aims to preserve board autonomy while achieving greater efficiency and accountability in state operations.

The proposed amendment to SB 425 would establish the Nevada Office of Shared Services (OSS), a bipartisan, cost-saving initiative, designed to improve efficiency across boards and commissions while preserving their autonomy.

The OSS proposal would:

• Offer OPTIONAL shared administrative services (e.g., IT, HR, accounting, facility management, licensing software);

• Allow boards to RETAIN FULL INDEPENDENCE over licensing, rulemaking, and professional standards;

• Lower costs for licensees and the state through collective purchasing and shared infrastructure;

• Enhance transparency and accountability through standardized reporting and governance practices.

NALS Board of Directors has taken action to support the amendments to SB 425 and we encourage our members to contact state elected officials. Attached is a sample letter as well as a copy of the amendment.

How to support the SB 425 amendment:

• Contact your state elected officials using the attached letter as an example.
• Add your name and/or your firm’s name to the sign-on letter: Sign-On Form

We believe this amendment offers a balanced, fiscally responsible approach that strengthens our professional systems while supporting the continued independence of boards like ours.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or feedback, we value your voice and appreciate your participation in this effort.