Nevada Election Resources

How to register to vote

Residents of Nevada can visitRegisterToVote.NV.gov to register to vote in the upcoming General Election. At this site, you can also update your registration information. 

How to check your registration

Not sure if you’re registered to vote, or which address you used? Nevada residents can view current registration information at RegisterToVote.NV.gov. This site will outline which districts you live in, where to find your polling location, and view a sample ballot. 

Key dates for voting in your state

OCT 19

Early voting begins

OCT 23

Last day to register online (Same day voter registration is available up to election day)

NOV 5

General Election day

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Bright Climate Future

Ballot Measures

What are ballot measures?

It’s common to feel uncertain about statewide ballot initiatives in the voting booth or on our election ballots, but this can be where the rubber meets for the road in fighting climate change.  

Voting on ballot measures, also known as “Questions” in Nevada, can be a critical way to protect the environment. These measures, known as a form of “direct democracy” put the public in the decision-making seat and gives voters direct access to the legislative process and the ability to influence public policy. 

Citizens can propose, adopt, or reject laws, policies, and taxes through initiatives, referendums and recalls, giving more power to the people and fostering a more informed and involved electorate. Ballot propositions can be submitted by a state legislature, a local government, or by citizens, and are up to the voters to decide.  

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Why do they matter?

Ballot measures are critical to vote on because they’re an opportunity for your voice to directly impact an outcome for our environment and resources. For example, in 2020, Nevadans approved Question 6, Renewable Energy Standards Initiative, that amended the constitution to require electric utilities to have 50% of their electricity come from renewable resources by 2030, an important step forward for the energy transition.  

This year, Nevada has seven ballot measures. Visit here to learn more about each question, so you can be prepared on election day!   

Our Priorities: Reforming the Energy Planning Process in Nevada

The energy landscape is changing rapidly with significant increases in projected demand, more extreme weather events, and growing customer desire for cleaner power. Nevada’s energy planning process, however, is failing to keep pace with the changes.  

Unfortunately, Nevada’s utility planning lacks order and transparency, leaving potential cost savings and clean energy sources on the table. The current energy planning process allows utilities to pre-select resources that aren’t necessarily in the best interest of Nevada families and businesses, or our clean energy future – leaving the best energy solutions on the table. 

Nevadans deserve fair, transparent energy planning that protects their health and wallets while also meeting demand and expanding clean energy sources.  

WRA is working to fix this through a process that explores the best, most cost-effective resources. Electricity powers our everyday lives. We depend on our electric utility company to provide cost-effective, low risk, and clean electricity to power our homes and businesses. A transparent process builds trust and ensures that energy resources are serving the needs of Nevada’s families and businesses.  

Visit your home county’s election department to find sample ballots, candidate lists, in-person polling locations, and more

Upcoming nonpartisan debates or candidate forums

Check your local area elections page to see if there are any upcoming forums or debates in your area.

George Cavros
"Voting this election cycle is a key opportunity to have your voice heard on climate action. Nevadans deserve leaders that will take action on climate change and transition us to a lower cost, lower risk, clean energy future."
— George Cavros, Nevada Clean Energy Manager

Ask Your Candidates Where They Stand on Climate Policy in Nevada

Potential candidates in 2024 include: State legislators, County Commissioners, City Council Members, Mayors, Moapa Valley Water District, Virgin Valley Water District, and Overton Power District.

Clean Energy

  • How do you plan on addressing rising energy costs across the state that are burdening families and everyday Nevadans? 
  • Las Vegas and Reno are among the fastest warming cities in the United States. Extreme heat and pollution are impacting our communities across the state. How do you plan to address these issues that are intensified by climate change?

Water

  • How important do you think the Colorado River is to Nevada, and how will you work to protect it?  
  • How do you think that Nevada can make itself more resilient against drought?  

Public Lands

  • Would you support increased funding for Nevada’s outdoor education program so that more children in Nevada can experience and enjoy our public lands?  
  • What techniques, like wildlife corridors, would you support to ensure the protection of Nevada’s wildlife?  

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