New BLM Director With Record of Land Sell-Offs Now Holds Power Over 48 Million Acres of Nevada Public Lands
NEVADA — Today, the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Steve Pearce as the new Director of the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, the agency responsible for overseeing 48 million acres of Nevada’s public lands. Nevada’s U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen voted against the nomination. “In Nevada, where over 80% of our lands […]
A Nomination That Could Redefine Public Lands as We Know Them
NEVADA — Today, Steve Pearce was confirmed under expedited rules to serve as Director of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The BLM Director oversees nearly 250 million acres of public lands across the nation. His confirmation warrants attention given Mr. Pearce’s documented record supporting the transfer and disposal of public lands, along with his […]
Steve Pearce’s Record on Public Land Sell-Offs Raises Red Flags for Nevada
LAS VEGAS, NV – Today, Steve Pearce was fully confirmed as the new Director of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Both Nevada Senators Rosen and Cortez Masto voted against Pearce’s confirmation, voicing concerns about his willingness to sell off public lands. The BLM Director oversees nearly 245 million acres of public land and makes […]
Nevada Conservation League Announces Endorsements for Primary Election Candidates
NEVADA – Today, the Nevada Conservation League announced additional endorsements for the 2026 primary election. As Nevada faces increasing threats from extreme heat, drought, and rapid growth, NCL is focused on supporting candidates who will take bold action to safeguard the state’s environment and will fight for policies that benefit all Nevadans, now and in […]
NV Energy Seeks to Escape Liability for Utility Fires
This move comes as wildfire season is expected to be worse in Northern Nevada due to a warm winter and a lack of snowpack NEVADA – Yesterday, NV Energy set the stage for an upcoming Nevada Legislative Session fight over utility liability for damages related to wildfires caused by the utility’s equipment. During an interim […]
Nevada Conservation League Announces Endorsement of Aaron Ford in 2026 Election Cycle
NEVADA — Today, as we mark Earth Day and reflect on the urgent need to protect our air, water, and public lands, the Nevada Conservation League proudly announced its endorsement of Aaron Ford for Governor in the 2026 election. “Aaron Ford has consistently demonstrated a commitment to protecting Nevada’s environment while standing up for working […]
Failing Trump-Lombardo Economy Takes Center Stage in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, NV – Today, President Trump will visit Las Vegas to show support for Governor Lombardo, who is seeking reelection amid a struggling economy, high gas prices, and a cooling labor market. Trump’s hallmark legislation, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), provides no relief for Nevadans struggling with economic uncertainty, as it made […]
Nevada Conservation League Announces Re-Endorsements for 2026 Election Cycle
NEVADA – Today, the Nevada Conservation League announced its re-endorsements of pro-conservation candidates for the 2026 election cycle. These incumbents have demonstrated a commitment to advancing strong environmental policies, expanding clean energy, and protecting the health and well-being of Nevada’s communities. According to the 2026 Conservation in the West Poll, 81% of Nevadans want to […]
NV Energy Ordered to Refund $63 Million in Overcharges to Customers
Impacted customers will now receive reimbursement for years of being billed incorrectly NEVADA – Today, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada took action to require NV Energy to refund $63 million in overcharges, resolving its investigation into decades of improper billing. For tens of thousands of Nevada families who were overcharged, this outcome represents long-overdue accountability. “This is […]
PUCN Votes To Maintain New Demand Charge and Anti-Solar Decision, Despite Multiple Petitions for Reconsideration
LAS VEGAS – Advocates for energy affordability in Nevada released the following statements after the PUCN dismissed multiple requests to reconsider its NV Energy general rate case order from September, which will impose a new first-in-the-nation daily demand charge in Southern Nevada starting in April, and implemented a policy in Northern Nevada in October that […]