Press Releases: COVID‑19 in Nevada

Press Releases from Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak, Nevada Health Response, Nevada Department of Health and Human Services and Other Top Nevada COVID-19 News
Entity	Date	Title
Nevada Health Response	2/26/2021	Nevada Health Response highlights support, resources allocated for in-person education COVID-19 Education Response Overview
Nevada Health Response	2/25/2021	Vaccine management tool launched to support state response
Nevada Health Response	2/25/2021	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force meeting is available
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	2/24/2021	Facilities dashboard updated to reflect corrected NDOC COVID-19 case numbers
Nevada Health Response	2/19/2021	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force meeting is available
Nevada Health Response	2/17/2021	COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard Updates Announced
Nevada Governor’s Office	2/14/2021	Governor Sisolak signs Directive 037, issues additional guidance
Nevada Health Response	2/3/2021	COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard and Call Center Nevada Health Response Guidance: COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard
Nevada Governor’s Office	2/2/2021	State highlights vaccination efforts
Nevada Health Response	2/2/2021	Nevada Health Response releases additional guidance for vaccinators, vaccination events
Nevada Health Response	1/28/2021	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force meeting is available
Nevada Health Response	1/21/2021	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force meeting is available
Nevada Health Response	1/14/2021	Nevada Health Response releases additional guidance on who may administer the COVID-19 vaccine Nevada Health Response Guidance: Directive 011 Administration of Vaccines by Providers of Medical Services
Nevada Health Response	1/14/2021	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force meeting is available
Nevada Governor’s Office	1/11/2021	Governor’s Office for New Americans Addresses Concerns with Data Privacy Protections for Undocumented Immigrants during COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution La Oficinadel Gobernador para Nuevos Estadounidenses responde a las preocupaciones sobre la protección de datos personales de inmigrantes indocumentados durante la distribución de la vacuna contra el COVID-19
Nevada Health Response	1/11/2021	Governor Sisolak, Nevada Department of Health and Human Services release updated COVID-19 Vaccination Program Playbook, Governor extends current mitigation measures
Nevada Health Response	1/02/2021	Nevada Health Response announces COVID-19 website, dashboard updates
Nevada Health Response	12/29/2020	COVID-19 vaccine will be available at no cost for Nevadans
Nevada Governor’s Office	12/20/2020	Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup Recommends Moderna Vaccine, Confirms it is Safe and Efficacious
Nevada Health Response	12/18/2020	Department of Health and Human Services provides update on State vaccine allocations
Nevada Health Response	12/17/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force meeting summary
Nevada Health Response	12/15/2020	Updated guidance for places of worship
Nevada Governor’s Office	12/14/2020	Governor Sisolak issues Emergency Directive related to evictions moratorium Lease Addendum Promissory Note Tenant Declaration
Nevada Health Response	12/14/2020	First COVID-19 vaccine doses arrive in Nevada Governors Statement from Scientific Safety Review Workgroup
Nevada Governor’s Office	12/13/2020	Governor Sisolak extends Statewide “pause,” announced evictions moratorium
Nevada Health Response	12/11/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force meeting is available
Nevada Governor’s Office	12/9/2020	Nevada Announces the Use of Exposure Notification Express
Nevada Health Response	12/4/2020	First COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation Announced December Allocation Confirmed by Department of Defense Hospitals, Skilled Nursing to receive first doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Nevada Health Response	12/3/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force Meeting Summary
Nevada Health Response	12/02/2020	Gov. Sisolak, Department of Health & Human Services provide update on Nevada’s COVID-19 Vaccination Planning
Nevada Health Response	12/02/2020	CDC updates guidance shortening quarantine period Division of Public and Behavioral Health technical bulletin
Nevada Governor’s Office	11/22/2020	Governor Sisolak announces additional restrictions to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in Nevada Nevada Statewide Pause Guidance Matrix Nevada Statewide Pause Summary Graphic COVID-19 Status Graphic Gov. Sisolak Press Conference Remarks
Nevada Health Response	11/20/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force reviews, takes action on high transmission risk counties
Nevada Health Response	11/12/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force reviews, takes action on high transmission risk counties
Nevada Governor’s Office	11/5/2020	Governor Sisolak asks agencies to review budgets, create reserve proposals for FY21-23
Nevada Health Response	11/5/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force reviews, takes action on high transmission risk counties
Nevada Governor’s Office	10/28/2020	Governor Sisolak provides updates on Nevada’s current COVID-19 situation State of Nevada COVID-19 Updates
Nevada Governor’s Office	10/27/2020	Western States Join Scientific Safety Review Workgroup to Ensure Safety of COVID-19 Vaccine
Nevada Health Response	10/26/2020	Governor Sisolak, Nevada Department of Health and Human Services releases COVID-19 Vaccination Program Playbook COVID-19 Vaccination Program Nevada’s Playbook for Statewide Operations
Nevada Health Response	10/23/2020	CDC updates guidance identifying ‘close contact’
Nevada Health Response	10/22/2020	Nevada Health Response issues clarifying guidance on visitation in skilled nursing facilities, hospitals Nevada Health Response Visitation Guidance in Skilled Nursing Facilities and Hospitals Nevada Department of Health and Human Services Visitation in Skilled Nursing Facilities and Hospitals
Nevada Health Response	10/15/2020	Nevada Health Response issues updated guidance for live vocal performers Nevada Guidance for Safe Gatherings – Celebrations, Ceremonies, and Events (revised 10/15/2020)
Nevada Health Response	10/15/2020	Nevada Health Response updates COVID-19 dashboard to better follow trends, inform public
Nevada Governor’s Office	10/14/2020	Governor Sisolak announces $20 million relief package for small businesses and non-profits Pandemic Emergency Technical Support (PETS) Grant Information – English Pandemic Emergency Technical Support (PETS) Grant Information – Spanish
Nevada Health Response	10/14/2020	Nevada Health Response issues recommendations on Halloween, Dia De Los Muertos activities Nevada Recommendations and Guidance for Celebrating Halloween Nevada Recommendations and Guidance for Celebrating Día de los Muertos Nevada Recommendations and Guidance for Celebrating Día de los Muertos (Spanish)
Nevada Health Response	10/13/2020	As State evictions moratorium lifts, State reminds Nevadans of ongoing federal rental protections, resources during pandemic Mientras se levanta la moratoria estatal de desalojos, el estado de Nevada desea recordarles a los residentes sobre la continuación de protecciones y recursos a nivel federal de protección de alquiler durante la pandemia
Mitigation and Management Task Force	10/8/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation & Management Task Force adjusts criteria used to monitor elevated risk of transmission of COVID-19 in Nevada counties
Nevada Governor’s Office	10/2/2020	Gov. Sisolak issues emergency directive, guidance related to youth sports Declaration of Emergency Directive 034 Nevada Guidance for Adult and Youth Sports (revised 10/16/2020) COVID-19 Screening Guide for Sports COVID Screening Check-in for Sports
Nevada Governor’s Office	9/30/2020	Gov. Sisolak signs Emergency Directive 033, adjusting Statewide standards on gatherings and other areas Declaration of Emergency Directive 033
Nevada Governor’s Office	9/29/2020	Gov. Sisolak adjusts COVID-19 Statewide Baseline Mitigation Standards, increases limit on gathering sizes Nevada Guidance for Safe Gatherings – Celebrations, Ceremonies, and Events (revised 10/15/2020) Large Gathering Venue COVID-19 Preparedness & Safety Plan Submission Guide Nevada Places of Worship and Life-Rites Ceremonies Nevada COVID-19 Guidance for Gatherings at Private Residences Open House/Property Showing Guidance Comprehensive List of Screening Documents COVID-19 Screening for Employees Guide COVID-19 Screening for Employees Guide (Spanish) COVID-19 Screening for Employees – Sign In Sheet COVID-19 Screening for Employees – Sign In Sheet (Spanish) COVID-19 Screening for Visitors Guide COVID-19 Screening for Visitors Guide (Spanish) COVID-19 Screening for Visitors – Sign In Sheet COVID-19 Screening for Visitors – Sign In Sheet (Spanish) Comprehensive List of Signage Documents Capacity Signage – Landscape Capacidad Limitada Signage – Landscape Capacity Signage – Portrait Capacidad Limitada Signage – Portrait
Nevada Health Response	9/17/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force approves Clark County and Elko County plans to reopen bars due to improved data and mitigation efforts Task Force Bars Update (9/17/2020) Bar Guidance (revised 9/17/2020) Contact Tracing Frequently Asked Questions (9/17/2020)
Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles	9/10/2020	DMV extends driver’s licenses and ID cards, offers special hours for new residents Declaration of Emergency Directive 032
Nevada Health Response	9/10/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force votes to allow bars to reopen in Washoe County, Pahrump with restrictions
Nevada Health Response	9/3/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force reviews, takes action on high-transmission risk counties
Nevada Governor’s Office	8/31/2020	Governor Sisolak announces 45 days extension of the residential eviction moratorium amid the COVID-19 public health crisis
Nevada Health Response	8/27/2020	COVID-19 Mitigation and Management Task Force reviews, takes action on high transmission risk counties
Nevada Health Response	8/26/2020	State health officials will continue to recommend COVID-19 testing for all close contacts, despite sudden change in CDC guidance
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	8/24/2020	Nevada Launches Digital Contact Tracing App “COVID Trace”
Nevada Health Response	8/20/2020	Clark, Washoe, Elko to continue bars, pubs, taverns, breweries, distilleries, and wineries closure; Nye to resume operations outside Town of Pahrump
Nevada Governor’s Office	8/17/2020	Colorado, Nevada, Oregon & Washington Announce Coordination on Telehealth
Nevada Governor’s Office	8/14/2020	Governor formalizes the Road to Recovery: Moving to A New Normal plan via Directive 030 Declaration of Emergency Directive 030 COVID-19 County Tracker (updated 8/13/2020)
Nevada Governor’s Office	8/13/2020	Gov. Sisolak issues statement on Nevada COVID fatalities
Nevada Governor’s Office	8/7/2020	Eight Nevada counties flagged for elevated disease transmission risk, must submit assessment, action plans
Nevada Governor’s Office	8/6/2020	Gov. Sisolak signs unemployment insurance legislation, announces concerted efforts to address backlog of claims
Nevada Governor’s Office	8/3/2020	Gov. Sisolak, Nevada Health Response team launch long-term response plan Road to Recovery – Moving to a New Normal
Nevada Governor’s Office	7/31/2020	Gov. Sisolak announces emergency directive extending previous directives Declaration of Emergency Directive 029
Nevada Department of Education	7/28/2020	Governor Sisolak Issues Directive in Support of Safe Return to School Buildings Declaration of Emergency Directive 028
Nevada State Treasurer	7/20/2020	State of Nevada’s $30 million residential rental assistance program now taking applications State of Nevada CARES Housing Assistance Program Programa de Asistencia de Vivienda CARES
Nevada Health Response	7/16/2020	State seeks additional information and plans from cities, counties in response to federal ‘red zone,’ ‘yellow zone’ designations White House report
Nevada Governor’s Office	7/13/2020	State releases detailed look at federal funding received to date to help battle COVID-19 pandemic Nevada CARES Act Overview
Nevada Governor’s Office	7/10/2020	State, DHHS release criteria, county list to help slow COVID-19 spread Declaration of Emergency Directive 027 Guidance on Directive 027: Elevated Disease Transmission Criteria Nevada’s County COVID-19 Elevated Disease Transmission Tracker Food Establishments (revised 7/17/2020) Bars (revised 7/17/2020)
Nevada Governor’s Office	7/6/2020	Governor Sisolak releases Nevada COVID-19 Fiscal Report & Fiscal Year 2021 budget summary ahead of Legislative Special Session Nevada COVID-19 Fiscal Report
Nevada Governor’s Office	7/1/2020	Latest Re-Opening Response Plan to target outreach Re-Opening Response Plan
Nevada Governor’s Office	6/29/2020	Gov. Sisolak announces emergency directive extending Phase 2 reopening plans Declaration of Emergency – Directive 026
Nevada Governor’s Office	6/25/2020	Governor Sisolak announces gradual lift to eviction moratorium, announces rental assistance program Click here for full guidance under “Evictions, Mortgage/Rent and Housing” heading.
Nevada Governor’s Office	6/24/2020	Gov. Sisolak announces mandatory face covering policy in public
Nevada Health Response	6/11/2020	Gov. Sisolak announces distribution of CARES Act funding to local governments to assist with COVID-19 expenses Breakdown of CARES Act funding distributed to local governments to assist with COVID-19 expenses (Updated 6/29/2020)
Nevada Health Response	6/10/2020	Nevada Health Response releases guidance on youth sports Declaration of Emergency Directive 023 Organized Youth Sports Practice Only (revised 8/11/2020) Baseball and Softball Practice Only (revised 8/11/2020) Soccer Practice Only (revised 8/11/2020)
Nevada Health Response	6/9/2020	Nevada Health Response notes uptick in COVID-19 cases, reiterates precautionary measures
Nevada Department of Education	6/9/2020	Governor Sisolak Signs Directive Allowing K-12 School Facilities to Re-Open for Summer Learning and Activities Declaration of Emergency Directive 022 – K-12 School Re-Opening for Summer Learning and Activities Nevada’s Path Forward: A Framework for a Safe, Efficient, and Equitable Return to School Buildings Nevada Summer Learning & Activity Guidance Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association Re-Opening Guidance
Nevada Governor’s Office	6/4/2020	Governor Sisolak Highights COVID-19 Progress
Nevada Health Response	6/3/2020	TODAY AT 11 A.M.: Nevada COVID-19 Response Director, Chief of Testing, and Deputy Administrator of Community Health Services to provide update on testing, contact tracing, and funding plan Nevada COVID-19 Disease Outbreak Management Strategy and Concept of Operations (6/1/2020)
Nevada Governor’s Office	6/1/2020	Gov. Sisolak approves comprehensive COVID-19 testing, contact tracing plan, Interim Finance Committee accepts grant funding to support implementation Graphic – Preparing Nevada for Phase 2 Success
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	6/1/2020	Warmline launched to support Nevada’s health care workers
Nevada Health Response	5/29/2020	Governor Sisolak adjusts travel advisory for Nevada as the State enters Phase 2
Nevada Health Response	5/29/2020	Nevada Health Response website adds testing locator map
Nevada Health Response	5/28/2020	Nevada Health Response Release Phase 2 Directive, Guidance Directive 021 – Phase Two Reopening Plan Phase Two Reopening: General Guidance (revised 7/17/2020) Phase Two Reopening: Industry-Specific Guidance (revised 8/11/2020)
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	5/28/2020	Nevada 2-1-1 app announced
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/27/2020	Governor Sisolak announces negative COVID-19 test result
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/26/2020	Governor Sisolak announces Phase 2 Reopening Roadmap to Recovery Business Opening Chart
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/26/2020	Out of an abundance of caution, Gov. Sisolak cancels planned press conference
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/22/2020	Governor Sisolak To Discuss Phase 2 Reopening Next Tuesday, Sets Target Date for Reopening of Gaming in Nevada
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/21/2020	Governor Sisolak Announces Board of Parole Commissioners to allow for virtual public participation in hearings for eligible inmates Directive 020 – Virtual Public Participation in Parole Hearings
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/21/2020	Governor Sisolak Announces State of Emergency after 6.5 magnitude earthquake Declaration of Emergency – Earthquake 6.5
Nevada Health Response	5/15/2020	TODAY AT 3 P.M.: Governor Sisolak to provide update on Phase 1 of the Nevada United: Roadmap to Recovery Plan
Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation	5/14/2020	Pandemic Unemployment Assistance System to Launch Saturday for Self-Employed and Independent Contractor Claimants Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Frequently Asked Questions Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Fact Sheet
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	5/13/2020	Plan for dental providers offers guidance for procedures
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/11/2020	Governor Sisolak declares State of Fiscal Emergency due to COVID-19 pandemic Declaration of Fiscal Emergency
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/12/2020	Work Search Requirement for Unemployment Insurance Benefits Waived Until Further Notice from State or Department of Labor
Western States Pact	5/11/2020	Western States Pact Urges Federal Support for States and Cities Responding to COVID-19 Pandemic
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/11/2020	Gov. Sisolak declares State of Fiscal Emergency due to COVID-19 pandemic
Nevada Governor’s Office	5/11/2020	Gov. Sisolak Signs Directive Allowing Non-Merit Staff to Assist with Unemployment Claims Directive 019
Nevada Health Response	5/8/2020	Nevada Health Response Releases Industry-Specific Guidance for Phase 1 Reopening Industry-Specific Guidance for Nevada Phase One Re-Opening (REVISED 5/15)
Nevada Health Response	5/07/2020	Gov. Sisolak: Nevada ready for Phase 1 reopening on Saturday, with statewide standards Directive 018 – Phase One Reopening
Nevada Heath Response	5/01/2020	Nevada Health Response: Governor Sisolak signs directive to protect Nevadans from garnishment of COVID-19 related funds Declaration of Emergency Directive 017
Nevada Governor’s Office	4/30/2020	Gov. Sisolak announces Nevada United: Roadmap to Recovery plan Nevada United: Roadmap to Recovery
Nevada Health Response	4/29/2020	Governor Sisolak announces extension Stay at Home directive with initial easing of restrictions Declaration of Emergency Directive 016 Understanding Governor Sisolak’s latest directive extending previous directives and making certain changes How businesses and consumers can safely engage in curbside commerce while maintaining safe social distancing measures Best Practices for Golf Facilities
Nevada Health Response	4/28/2020	Gov. Sisolak: Nevada ready to resume limited medical and dental procedures
Nevada Governor’s Office	4/27/2020	Nevada & Colorado Join California, Oregon & Washington in Western States Pact
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	4/24/2020	Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division receives federal funds to support Older Adults and People with Disabilities
Governor’s Office for New Americans	4/22/2020	Managing your Family’s Mental Wellbeing During COVID-19
Nevada Department of Education	4/21/2020	Governor Sisolak Announces Nevada School Buildings will not Re-Open During the 2019-20 School Year
Nevada Health Response	4/21/2020	Governor Sisolak provides criteria, framework for state-specific reopening plan
University of Nevada School of Medicine	4/21/2020	Nevada State Public Health Lab to start limited antibody testing in coming weeks
Nevada National Guard	4/20/2020	Nevada Guard begins COVID-19 sample collection support
Nevada Eighth Judicial District Court	4/20/2020	Step-By-Step Online Domestic Violence Temporary Protective Order Application Launched By District Court As Risks Rise Amid Coronavirus
Nevada Governor’s Office	4/16/2020	Gov. Sisolak updates Nevadans on COVID-19 testing capabilities, future plans
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	4/15/2020	Lab in Las Vegas issued cease and desist for operating without license – Public notified of invalid COVID-19 test results
Nevada Health Response	4/14/2020	Gov. Sisolak announces updates to help Nevadans file for Unemployment Insurance
Nevada Department of Education	4/14/2020	Governor Sisolak Issues Declaration of Emergency Directive to Support High School Students in Graduating On Time Declaration of Emergency Directive 014
Nevada Health Response	4/14/2020	Echoes of the past: the 1918 Influenza Epidemic in Nevada
Nevada Health Response	4/14/2020	Nevada Guard enters historic response to battle COVID-19
Nevada Department of Education	4/14/2020	Governor Sisolak Issues Declaration of Emergency Directive to Support High School Students in Graduating On-Time
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	4/14/2020	Health care workforce grows as volunteers join Battle Born Medical Corps
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	4/13/2020	Nevada Department of Health and Human Services Office of Analytics launches data dashboard focused on skilled nursing, assisted living facilities
Nevada Health Response	4/13/2020	Nevada Health Response releases video from State Emergency Operations Center/Joint Operations Center
Army Corps of Engineers	4/11/2020	Army Corps of Engineers Assess Sites for Hospital Space in Nevada
Nevada Health Response	4/10/2020	Governor Sisolak announces federal funding for National Guard
United States Air Force	4/10/2020	Thunderbirds to honor front line COVID-19 responders with Las Vegas flyover
Nevada Governor’s Office	4/09/2020	Gov. Sisolak Announces Selection of Call Center Vendor, Adding at Least 100 Full-Time Operators to Manage Unemployment Calls
Nevada Health Response	4/08/2020	Governor Sisolak announces expansion of social distancing emergency directives Declaration of Emergency Directive 013 Understanding Governor Sisolak’s Directive on essential businesses and leisure activities
Nevada Governor’s Office for New Americans	4/06/2020	The Governor’s Office for New Americans launches multilingual #StayHomeforNevada PSA
Nevada Health Response	4/04/2020	Gov. Sisolak & DHHS urge Nevadans to join Battle Born Medical Corps Guidance How to Sign Up
Nevada Health Response	4/04/2020	Major Disaster Declaration approved for Nevada’s COVID-19 response
Nevada Health Response	4/03/2020	Nevada Medical Advisory Team issues recommendations for face coverings to prevent spread of COVID-19 Guidance on Improvised Facial Coverings
Nevada Governor’s Office	4/03/2020	Due to Economic Impacts of COVID-19 Pandemic, Gov. Sisolak Asks State Agencies to Review Budgets and Make Recommendations for Reductions Signed Letter
Nevada Health Response	4/02/2020	Nevada Insurance Commissioner releases guidance for carriers during COVID-19 pandemic
Nevada Health Response	4/01/2020	Governor Sisolak activates national guard, signs directive to bring relief to healthcare professionals
Nevada Health Response	4/01/2020	Governor Sisolak announces Stay at Home directive, extends closure date to the end of April
Nevada Governor’s Office	4/01/2020	Gov. Sisolak Requests Major Disaster Declaration from President Trump for Additional Support in COVID-19 Response Signed Letter
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	4/01/2020	Aging and Disability Services Division Nevada COVID-19 Aging Network rapid response announced
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/31/2020	Governor Sisolak’s Signed Letter to Travel Leaders
Nevada Health Response	3/31/2020	Governor Sisolak issues travel advisory for State of Nevada
Nevada Health Response	3/31/2020	Governor Sisolak Signs Directive Related to Legal Proceeding, Permits, and Licenses
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/30/2020	Governor Sisolak Announces New Emergency Operation Structure to Direct the Statewide Response to COVID-19
Nevada Health Response	3/29/2020	Governor Sisolak, Attorney General Ford, State Treasurer Conine to announce housing stability measures amid COVID-19 public health crisis
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	3/25/2020	DPBH and Public Health Lab Statement Regarding State of Nevada Policy Testing for COVID-19 Testing
Nevada Health Response	3/24/2020	Governor Sisolak signs emergency regulation restricting drug distribution during COVID-19
Nevada Health Response	3/24/2020	Nevada Health and Human Services Guidance and Resources for Child Care Providers and Families
Nevada Health Response	3/24/2020	Governor Sisolak signs directive related to public gatherings to mitigate spread of COVID-19
Nevada Health Response	3/24/2020	Nevada governors create Stay Home for Nevada PSA
Nevada Health Response	3/23/2020	Nevada one of three states allowed to develop, assess and conduct COVID-19 testing on its own
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	3/23/2020	Essential services available from Nevada Health and Human Services
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/23/2020	Governor Sisolak Announces Distance Education Plan Approvals for 16 of 17 School Districts and All Charter Schools
Nevada Health Response	3/22/2020	Governor Sisolak announces COVID-19 Response, Relief & Recovery Task Force (RRR) to be led by Jim Murren
Nevada Health Response	3/22/2020	Governor Sisolak signs emergency directive on public meetings to maintain government transparency & protect public safety
Nevada Health Response	3/21/2020	Statement from Nevada Superintendent Jhone Ebert
Nevada Health Response	3/21/2020	Statement from State Epidemiologist on COVID-19 Dashboard
Nevada Health Response	3/20/2020	Gov. Sisolak Announces Additional Measures to Support Schools, Students during COVID-19
Nevada Health Response	3/20/2020	Governor Sisolak announces new directive for nonessential businesses
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	3/20/2020	Nevada Medicaid announces COVID-19 response, highlights changes to telehealth policy
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	3/20/2020	Stay Home for Nevada: What Nevadans Need to Know and Do
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/19/2020	Governor Sisolak Waives Work Search Requirement and Wait Period for Unemployment Insurance Benefits
Nevada Health Response	3/19/2020	Nevada Health Response adds data dashboard feature to website
Nevada Health Response	3/19/2020	Governor Sisolak Petitions Pr esident for Hospitality Industry Relief
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	3/19/2020	Child Care is ‘Essential Business’ in Nevada
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/18/2020	Governor Sisolak Announces Nevada is One of First States to Get Statewide Approval for SBA Disaster Loans
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/18/2020	Governor Sisolak Releases Statement in Support of Nevada’s Asian-American Community
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	3/18/2020	NV Public Health Labs Testing for COVID-19
Nevada Health Response	3/18/2020	Nevada Health Response COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Initiative
Nevada Health Response	3/17/2020	Governor Sisolak Announces COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Initiatives
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/16/2020	Governor Sisolak Releases Statement on First Death Related to COVID-19 in Nevada
Nevada Executive Department	3/15/2020	COVID-19 Declaration of Emergency Directive
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/15/2020	Governor Sisolak Updates Public on State Action and Guidance Regarding COVID-19
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/13/2020	Governor Sisolak Declares State of Emergency in Response to COVID-19
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/13/2020	ICYMI: State of Nevada Releases New “Nevada Health Response” Website to Provide Resources and Guidance on COVID-19
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/07/2020	Governor Sisolak Updates Public on COVID-19 Situation in Nevada
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/06/2020	Governor Sisolak Releases Statement Regarding Presumptive Positive Case of COVID-19 in Washoe County
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/06/2020	Governor Sisolak Adopts Emergency Regulation to Protect Nevadans from Increased Medical and Prescription Costs Related to COVID-19
Nevada Governor’s Office	3/05/2020	Governor Sisolak Releases Statement Regarding Presumptive Positive Case of COVID-19 in Nevada
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	3/04/2020	State of Nevada 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Public Health Update: Department announces weekly updates on situation in Nevada
Nevada Governor’s Office	2/28/2020	Governor Sisolak and Local and State Health Partners Brief Public on Efforts Related to COVID-19
Nevada Department of Health and Human Services	1/29/2020	Southern Nevada Resident Being Tested for Novel Coronavirus: First potential Clark County case identified Tuesday

Links to Other Agencies’ Press Releases/COVID-19 Info

Nevada Health Districts
Carson Health and Human Services	Southern Nevada Health District
Washoe County Health District

Hospitals and Other Health Providers and Facilities
Carson Tahoe Health	Renown Health	University Medical Center – Las Vegas
St. Mary’s – Reno	Northern Nevada Medical Center	Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center – Las Vegas
Henderson Hospital	Kindred Hospital Las Vegas – Flamingo Campus	Kindred Hospital Las Vegas – Sahara Campus

Nevada Government Agencies and Entities
Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation	Nevada Attorney General Joint Letter Regarding Fetal Tissue Ban	Nevada Board of Pharmacy	Nevada Secretary of State
Nevada Department of Veterans Services	Nevada Department of Business and Industry Division of Insurance	Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles	Nevada Department of Transportation
Nevada Division of Forestry COVID-19 blogs related to outdoor recreation	Nevada Department of Public Safety	Nevada Department of Corrections	Nevada Gaming Control Board
Nevada Department of Education	Nevada System of Higher Education	Nevada Public Utilities Commission	Nevada Health Link
University of Nevada, Las Vegas	University of Nevada, Reno University of Nevada School of Medicine	Nevada Department of Taxation	Nevada State Treasurer
McCarran International Airport (Las Vegas)	Reno-Tahoe International Airport	Nevada Department of Agriculture

Cities, Counties and Related Agencies
City of Las Vegas	City of North Las Vegas North Las Vegas Justice Court	Clark County	Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Southern Nevada Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) Washoe County
Elko County	City of Reno	City of Sparks	Humboldt County
Washoe County COVID-19 page from Washoe County Media & Partners Resource Page	Washoe County School District	Clark County School District	Carson City School District
Nevada Indian Commission

Law Enforcement
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department	Reno Police Department

Federal Agencies
Internal Revenue Service	Social Security Administration	U.S. Department of Homeland Security	U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Veterans Administration – Southern Nevada Healthcare System	National Park Service	U.S. Small Business Administration	Bureau of Land Management – Nevada
U.S. Forest Service, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Current Status: Mitigation Measures

Current Status: Mitigation Measures

Press Releases: COVID‑19 in Nevada

Press Releases: COVID‑19 in Nevada

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