Synopsis: The Governor's Office of Workforce Innovation was initially established in accordance with Executive Order 2016-08, which established the Office of Workforce Innovation (OWINN) within the Office of the Governor to provide continued alignment within the workforce ecosystem and create a seamless workforce system that helps job seekers access employment, education, training, and other supportive services. Sections 18-21 of Senate Bill 516, during the 2017 Legislative session, codified OWINN into Nevada Revised Statutes. Section 20 established the powers and duties of the Executive Director of OWINN. Sections 14, 20, and 23 moved responsibilities for the oversight of the state's statewide longitudinal data system linking data relating to early childhood education programs and K-12 public education with data relating to postsecondary education and the workforce in Nevada from the P-20 Workforce Advisory Council to the Executive Director of OWINN. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.965.

Synopsis: The mission of the Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC) is to foster and protect the rights of all people of the state to reasonably seek, obtain, and hold employment and housing and be granted services in places of public accommodation without discrimination, distinction, or restriction as prohibited by state and federal discrimination laws. NERC oversees the state's Equal Employment Opportunity Program, providing mediation, investigation, and resolution of employment discrimination complaints related to race, religion, color, age (over 40), sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or national origin. NERC partners with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in resolving these complaints. NERC also has jurisdiction in Nevada over discrimination in housing and places of public accommodation. Statutory Authority: NRS 233.

Synopsis: The Blind Business Enterprise of Nevada Program provides entrepreneurial opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired in priority-of-right locations in public buildings statewide for food and beverage services, vending machines, gifts, and/or sundries. Qualified individuals are referred to the program through the Bureau of Services to Persons who are Blind or Visually Impaired and receive individualized training and mentoring such as business management, personnel administration, bookkeeping, food service fundamentals, sanitation, marketing, public relations, inventory control and related topics. Once a trainee successfully completes the training, they are eligible to compete for available vending/cafeteria sites.

Synopsis: The Bureau of Services to Blind or Visually Impaired, provides a full range of services to persons who are blind, deaf/blind, and/or severely visually impaired to assist them in preparing for and achieving competitive, integrated employment and self-sufficiency. Additionally, under the Randolph-Sheppard Act, the Bureau serves as the State Licensing Agent for the Blind Business Enterprise of Nevada Program statewide.

Synopsis: The Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation provides vocationally motivated services to eligible individuals with disabilities to assist them in preparing for and obtaining competitive, integrated employment. The services available under this program are tailored to meet the individual needs of the consumer and may include a broad variety of vocational assessments, career counseling, training, education, job development, job placement, work readiness training, medical treatment/restoration, transportation, and assistive technology to help the individual to prepare for or achieve employment.

Synopsis: The mission of the Rehabilitation Division is to provide options and choices for people with disabilities to work and live independently. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.940-960, 426 and 615.

Synopsis: The mission of the Bureau of Disability Adjudication (BDA) is to provide quality, timely, and professional disability decisions to individuals in Nevada who claim benefits under the Social Security Disability Program. The BDA is 100% federally funded by the Social Security Administration and administered by the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitations, Rehabilitation Division. The BDA is responsible for processing all applications for disability benefits under the Social Security Disability Income and Supplemental Security Income disability programs and for conducting evidentiary hearings for those disability beneficiaries who are recommended for benefit termination.

Synopsis: The Nevada P-20 Workforce Reporting system links the various data systems, automating the exchange of data and facilitating the assignment of unique identifiers that will de-identify the data and enable the participating agencies and stakeholders (e.g. Executive Office, Nevada Legislature, Nevada policy makers) to augment their access, research, and reporting capabilities. Legislation enacted during the 2011 Legislative session of the Nevada State Legislature requires linking data for workplace purposes (Senate Bill 449, NRS 397). NRS 612.265 defines the circumstances under which the Administrator of Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, Employment Security Division may share employment information. Statutory Authority: NRS 386.650.

Synopsis: The Administrative Services Division consists of the Director's Office, Financial Management, Operations Management, and Human Resources, which supports five divisions: Employment Security, Rehabilitation, Information Development and Processing, Research and Analysis, and the Nevada Equal Rights Commission. The division provides leadership, direction, and support in planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating the various services and activities of the department to meet state and federal program goals and assist in the ongoing development of a world-class workforce investment system for Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.910.

Synopsis: The mission of the Research and Analysis Bureau (R&A) is to provide reliable and timely labor market and economic information and analyses. In partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor, R&A is responsible for the collection, development, and dissemination of a variety of information such as labor force, employment, occupational, economic and demographic data, and analyses important to policymakers, the business community, and Nevada citizens. In addition, R&A provides analytical services and products designed to support the programs administered by the department, state, and local workforce investment boards.

Synopsis: The Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation's (DETR), Information Development and Processing Division (IDP) provides data processing and information technology support services throughout DETR. IDP oversees Nevada's workforce and rehabilitation information systems. These systems consist of automated business applications, online web services, and underlying technology infrastructure that support Nevada's employers and job seekers. Each week, DETR's workforce applications process hundreds of online and batch transactions and account for millions of dollars of business activity. IDP ensures high levels of system availability and performance for each of DETR's administered programs. Statutory Authority: NRS 232.910.

Synopsis: In 2023, AB 112 was passed creating the Wildlife Crossings Account in the State General Fund requiring the Director of the Department of Transportation to administer the account and to develop and publish an inventory and list of certain projects relating to wildlife crossings.

Synopsis: The Nevada Department of Transportation is governed by Article 9, Section 5, of the Nevada Constitution: "The proceeds from the imposition of any license or registration fee and other charge with respect to the operation of any motor vehicle upon any public highway in this state and the proceeds from the imposition of any excise tax on gasoline or other motor vehicle fuel shall, except costs of administration, be used exclusively for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the public highways of this state."

Synopsis: Authority is requested for budget account 4663 to accept and expend bond proceeds to fund the construction of regionally significant projects across Nevada. Bond principal payments are planned to be reimbursed with federal funds at 95% and 5% state match. Statutory Authority: NRS 408.273 Transportation Board and Board of Finance approval is required to complete the bond sales. The issuance of bonds will allow the Department of Transportation to accelerate the delivery of vital projects.

Synopsis: The Department of Motor Vehicles Central Services and Records Division, Records Research Section is responsible for researching and disseminating driver's license and vehicle information. Revenue is generated from fees collected by processing requests. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.063.

Synopsis: The License Plate Factory is operated by the Central Services and Records Division of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The License Plate Factory is responsible for designing, manufacturing, and distributing Nevada's license plates to DMV and State Assessor's Offices for issuance to vehicle owners and operators in Nevada. Statutory Authority: NRS 482 and 706.

Synopsis: The Motor Vehicle Information Technology Division (MVIT) provides digital support facilitating the necessary IT functionality throughout the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) within the State of Nevada. MVIT supports the DMV by working closely with the departments' business units and agencies, providing the best possible solutions when and where needed. MVIT accomplishes this by exploring and implementing information technology solutions that assist the business in accomplishing each unit's respective job duties, tasks, and functions. The activities of this budget are primarily supported by Highway Fund revenues. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.0473.

Synopsis: The department's System Modernization Project will take a logical and fiscally responsible approach to business improvement and system modernization which will include incremental replacement of the existing and aging Common Business Oriented Language mainframe and PowerBuilder applications running on disparate platforms and enhancement to business processes. The modernized solution will run on a consolidated cloud platform, improve the efficiency of operations and service delivery, provide flexibility, increase efficiencies, reduce in-office visit times, and reduce transaction time; improve customer service, and provide enhanced security and disaster recovery. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.

Synopsis: The Motor Carrier Division is responsible for the administration of special and motor fuel suppliers to ensure proper collection and distribution of Nevada fuel tax revenues; registration and licensing of all commercial vehicles over 26,000 pounds based in Nevada or apportioned for interstate operations under the International Registration Plan (IRP) and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA); delinquent revenue collections; and audits of motor carriers and fuel suppliers to provide education and verify compliance with Nevada laws, regulations, IRP, and IFTA. Statutory Authority: NRS 233B, 353C, 360A, 365, 366, 371, 373, 482, 590, and 706.

Synopsis: The purpose of the Emission Control Program is to ensure that vehicles comply with Nevada's laws and regulations regarding emission standards. The division carries out its duties by licensing and regulating emission stations and inspectors in Clark and Washoe counties. Staff conduct overt and covert audits and inspections of licensed emission stations, investigate program evaders, patrol Nevada's roadways to detect smoking vehicles, and apply appropriate sanctions against program violators. The division cooperates with various planning agencies involved in air quality standards to evaluate Nevada's Air Quality Attainment. The division is also a core member of the Inspection and Maintenance Advisory Committee, which receives feedback from the motor vehicle industry. Statutory Authority: NRS 445B, 481.0473, 481.0475, 481.0481, 482.461, and 482.465.

Synopsis: The Insurance Verification Program, known as Nevada Liability Insurance Validated Electronically, actively verifies that owners of motor vehicles registered in Nevada maintain Nevada liability insurance. Revenue is generated from reinstatement fees and fines after suspensions for failing to maintain insurance. Statutory Authority: NRS 485.185, 485.313, 485,314,485.317, 482.480, 482.4805, and 482.557.

Synopsis: The Department of Motor Vehicles, Hearings Office provides due process hearings to any person statutorily entitled to a hearing upon being aggrieved by a decision of the department. Many of these hearings concern the suspension, revocation, or cancellation of a privilege license issued by the department, such as a driver's license or a license to conduct business involving motor vehicles. The decisions of the administrative law judges assigned to the office may therefore impact the lives and property of thousands of Nevadans. For this reason, the office strives to conduct all hearings in a timely, fair and impartial manner, and in accordance with the provisions in the Nevada Administrative Procedures Act, Chapter 233B. The office is supported primarily from Highway Fund revenues. Statutory Authority in NRS 366, 445B, 481, 482, 483, 484B, 485, 487, and 706.

Synopsis: The Department of Motor Vehicles, Field Services Division is responsible for direct customer service operations for the driver licensing and vehicle registration functions. Field Services assures that only safe and knowledgeable drivers receive the privilege to drive on the highways. It also registers and titles vehicles, collects appropriate fees and taxes imposed upon the owners and operators of vehicles, and provides service in the insurance verification program. This budget is funded primarily from Highway Fund revenues, governmental services tax commissions, and penalties. Statutory Authority: NRS 108, 293, 366, 481, 482, 483, 484B, 485, and 486.

Synopsis: The Compliance Enforcement Division is the regulatory arm of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Regulation of the auto industry provides consumer protection through the licensing and regulation of businesses related to the manufacture, repair, sale, and disposal of motor vehicles. The purpose of the fraud investigation section is to investigate and resolve fraudulent activity related to DMV products and services. The division also investigates all complex and criminal complaints filed against business licensees. Staff conduct audits, monitors, inspects, and provides investigative services on the internal and external entities related to the DMV core programs while also operating the business licensing, vehicle inspection, and appraisal programs. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.0473, 481.0475, 481.048, NAC 108, 482, 483, 487, 490.

Synopsis: The Central Services and Records Division safeguards driver history records of Nevadans and provides statistical reports consistent with Nevada law while providing alternatives to in-person processing methods for Nevada motor vehicle customers regarding drivers' licenses, registrations, titles, and license plates. This division is also responsible for conducting registration transactions, processing titles, ensuring data integrity, and issuing drivers' license sanctions. Statutory Authority: NRS 108, 233B, 371, 482, 483, 484B, 487, and 490.

Synopsis: Research and Project Management (RPM) is a resource to help achieve the department's strategic plan. RPM is responsible for developing regulations; tracking, drafting and getting legislation passed; preparing fiscal notes; completing and conducting surveys; and developing requests for proposal. RPM also manages projects related to vehicle, driver, occupational, motor carrier, and business programs of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This division develops policies and procedures for all DMV divisions to ensure consistent and uniform program delivery. Responsibilities also include support for the other divisions in the areas of strategic planning and research, regulation and statutory changes, and legislative interaction. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.019, 481.035, 481.0473, and 481.051.

Synopsis: The mission of the Department of Motor Vehicles is to provide efficient motor vehicle solutions for the identification, licensure, and protection of all we serve. The office establishes policy for the department and directs and controls the operations of the agency. The office handles all media inquiries through the Public Information Officers. Additionally, department policies and procedures, information security, and the personnel and training units fall under the responsibility of this office. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.031, 481.035, 481.047, 481.0473, 481.051, 481.052, and 481.055.

Synopsis: The Administrative Services Division is charged with providing professional, timely, and accurate support services to the Director, all divisions of the department, and other associated agencies. Support services include fiscal accounting, budgeting, internal/external auditing, travel arrangements, payroll, warehousing, inventory control, mail services, purchasing services, contract management, facilities management, telecommunication support, revenue collection, revenue distribution, and revenue recovery services. Through its centralized functions, the department is able to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with laws and regulations for all divisions in these service areas. Statutory Authority: NRS 481.

Synopsis: The mission of the Workforce Development (WD) Programs is to provide a statewide labor exchange and provide training and re-employment services to Nevada workers and recruitment services for Nevada businesses. WD programs include Wagner Peyser/Labor Exchange, Career Enhancement Program (CEP), Re-employment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA), Foreign Labor Certification (FLC), Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), Rapid Response, Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA), Migrant Seasonal Farm Worker (MSFW), and Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS). WD programs provide job placement services and labor market information to businesses and job seekers. These programs are designed to assist businesses in meeting their workforce needs and aid job seekers in returning to work through job referrals, short-term skill enhancement training, and career guidance. Workforce Development is also responsible for the administration and oversight of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title 1-Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth funds. Statutory Authority: NRS Chapter 612; U.S. IRC Code, Title 26, Subtitle C (Employment Taxes); Chapter 23 (Federal Unemployment Tax Act); Wagner-Peyser Act of 1933; Trade Act of 1974/2021 (Public Law 93-618/114-27); U.S. Code, Title 38, Chapter 41 (Veterans Programs); Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Tax Act of 1996 (42 USC 653/Public Law 116-260) (New Hire Directory); and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (Public Law 113-128).

Synopsis: The Employment Security Special Fund is created as a special revenue fund to cover expenditures for which federal funds have been requested but not yet received, cover costs to administer employment security laws that may not be charged against federal grants and pay for technological enhancements to programs for which federal funds are not available. The revenue sources for this fund are interest bearing and forfeitures collected from employers for non or late payment of unemployment taxes. All monies in the fund are continuously available to the Employment Security Division Administrator and do not lapse at any time. Statutory Authority: NRS 612.615.

Synopsis: The mission of the Unemployment Insurance Program is to promptly provide temporary financial assistance to eligible workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own; improve the well-being of Nevada's workforce and families; and promote equitable access to unemployment insurance benefits for economic stability and to administer an efficient, effective tax system. Statutory Authority: NRS 612.

Synopsis: The Employment Security Division provides support services. Staff includes the ESD Administrator, two administrative staff, staff attorney and supporting staff, the Management and Administration Support Services, the mailroom clerk, and the members of the Employment Security Counsel. Statutory Authority: NRS 612.