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Governor of Nevada

Joe Lombardo

Republican · Nevada

31st Governor of Nevada, in office since 2023. Former Clark County Sheriff who led the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Won 2022 gubernatorial race against incumbent Steve Sisolak. Focus on public safety, education reform, and economic diversification.

Record

Law enforcement-focused governor who defeated incumbent Democrat. Vetoed several Democratic bills while working with a divided legislature. Focus on reducing crime, education accountability, and managing Nevada's water shortage and housing costs.

Legislative Record

Recently signed into law

  • NV AB 4 — Safe Streets Act (Signed into law, Jun 13, 2025)
  • NV AB 6 — School Zone Penalty Doubling (Signed into law, Jun 13, 2025)

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