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Affordable Care Act Turns Sixteen Amid Stark Healthcare Realities
Today marks the 16th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)—a milestone that comes at a critical moment for millions of Americans. In Nevada alone, an estimated 24,000 people are projected to lose access to health coverage following a Congressional stalemate that allowed key ACA subsidies to expire at the end of last year. Nationwide, more than 4 million people could be priced out of care as the tax credits that once made coverage affordable disappear.
Mar 232 min read
Advocacy Groups Sign on to Film Tax Credit Opposition Letter
Today, nearly 40 Nevada organizations signed on to a letter opposing film tax credits. Addressed to members of the Nevada Legislature, the letter comes as Gov. Joe Lombardo is expected to call a special session in the coming days. Though the special session agenda is not yet set, media reports suggest it is highly likely that a renewed attempt to expand the state’s film tax credit program will be included.
Nov 7, 20252 min read
As ACA Enrollment Opens and Premium Surges Loom, Nevadans Share Their Stories
As ACA Enrollment Opens and Premium Surges Loom, Nevadans Share Their Stories
Oct 30, 20255 min read
Institute for a Progressive Nevada Honors Victims and Calls for Policy Changes Ahead of Route 91 Harvest Festival Mass Shooting Anniversary
Tomorrow is the eighth anniversary of the deadliest mass shooting in American history. The Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting took place on October 1st, 2017, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Las Vegas community was devastated by this event, and many groups have worked to enact policy changes to prevent future mass shooting incidents. From background checks to extreme risk protection orders, advocates and legislators have worked to address gun violence since this horrific incident.
Sep 30, 20252 min read
9 Years Strong: Nevadans Celebrate and Defend Public Lands, Culture, and Community
Nevada’s public lands advocates, elected officials, and local communities will unite to celebrate the 9th Annual Nevada Public Lands Day, a day dedicated to protecting and expanding access to our state's natural treasures for all Nevadans. This vibrant, block-party-style event will feature hands-on activities and a press conference where leaders will discuss the critical importance of safeguarding Nevada’s public lands and ensuring everyone, regardless of zip code, can experi
Sep 27, 20256 min read
Democracy Works When We All Participate
Today is National Voter Registration Day, a day that historically highlights events to encourage voter registration. This includes providing information to community members about updating their voter registration status, updating their address, and checking their voter registration ahead of the next election cycle.
Sep 16, 20251 min read
Election Suppression Efforts in Nevada
Since 2016, the right-wing operatives have been calling for “election integrity” measures to “secure” the nation’s electoral system. These efforts are in concert with efforts to undermine voter confidence in the electoral process with allegations of voter fraud, non-citizen voting, and vote switching by vote tabulators.
Aug 21, 20253 min read
From Milestone to Crossroads, Medicaid & Medicare are Under Fire 60 Years Later
On July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed legislation establishing the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Now, 60 years later, these programs continue to safeguard the health and well-being of millions of American families, including hundreds of thousands right here in Nevada.
Jul 30, 20253 min read
Institute for a Progressive Nevada Unveils Roadmap to End Gun Violence Crisis
Institute for a Progressive Nevada Unveils Roadmap to End Gun Violence Crisis
May 28, 20252 min read
New Billboards and Radio Ads in Northern Nevada Highlight Congressman Amodei’s Attempted Public Lands Sell Off
As Nevadans celebrate Memorial Day, they will see billboards and hear radio ads holding Congressman Amodei accountable for his move to...
May 26, 20251 min read
Rep. Amodei Moves to Sell off Nevada Public Lands With Midnight Amendment
NEVADA - In the middle of the night, Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV) and Rep. Celeste Maloy (R-UT) introduced a last-minute amendment to a...
May 7, 20251 min read
New Billboards in Reno and Las Vegas Urge Action on Wildfire Prevention and Public Lands Protection
New Billboards in Reno and Las Vegas Urge Action on Wildfire Prevention and Public Lands Protection
May 5, 20251 min read
This Tax Day, Nevada’s Billionaires Get Even Richer as Congress Proposes Taking Away Healthcare and Food Aid From Millions
This Tax Day, Nevada’s Billionaires Get Even Richer as Congress Proposes Taking Away Healthcare and Food Aid From Millions
Apr 15, 20256 min read
Affordable Care Act Anniversary: Fourteen Years Later and Over a Decade of Medicaid Expansion in Nevada
Affordable Care Act Anniversary: Fourteen Years Later and Over a Decade of Medicaid Expansion in Nevada
Mar 21, 20252 min read
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