State of Nevada Archives: on Budget & Economy
Bob Beers:
Common sense: borrow in tough times, but then pay it back
Beers told KNPR's State of Nevada that the most important thing he would bring with him to Washington, if he was elected, is "economic common sense.""As I look at what goes on in Washington, D.C., that is a component that is largely absent,"
Beers said. The councilman says he believes the government can borrow during tough economic times but it must pay it back. "So for 80 years, we've spent more than we've taken in and
I believe that injures us and it will definitely injure our children and it will really injure our grandchildren," Beers said.
He said local and state government are restrained from wild spending but the federal government doesn't have the same restraint. "It's just common sense. You can't do this," Beers said.
Source: Las Vegas Review-Journal coverage of 2016 Nevada Senate race
May 6, 2015
Brian Sandoval:
We passed a balanced budget post-Great Recession
Two years ago, we gathered in a different time, under different circumstances. As I stood before you on that evening, our state was reeling from the ravages of the Great Recession. Nevada led the nation in unemployment, housing foreclosures, and personal
bankruptcies. State revenue projections had dropped dramatically, and we faced budget cuts in every category.That evening, I asked the Nevada family to embrace a fundamental course correction--to leave behind the limits of the past and consider the
case of our state's future anew. The challenges of the moment were too complex to resort to tired partisanship. Rather, they demanded that we resolve to work together to meet the challenges of the 21st century. And we rose to the occasion.
In the final days of the 76th Legislative Session, we were able to work together to craft a bipartisan compromise that led to a balanced budget & a transformed economic development effort.
Source: 2013 State of the State address to Nevada Legislature
Jan 16, 2013
Dan Schwartz:
Tax abatements are not needed to entice new business
Schwartz has been critical of the Governor's Office of Economic Development, saying the state is giving away too much money in tax abatements. "The cost of doing business here is about a third of what it is in California. Those are incentives enough,"
he said. "I'm certainly sensitive to the argument that we're competing with other states. But we have a lot to offer. I don't know that we have to give away our tax base to accommodate businesses that should come here in the first place."
Source: Nevada Independent on 2018 Nevada Gubernatorial race
Sep 6, 2017
Danny Tarkanian:
Cut entitlements to reduce trillions of debt
Ronald Reagan warned in 1981: "For decades we have piled deficit upon deficit, mortgaging our future and our children's future for the temporary convenience of the present.." And in another speech the Gipper noted: "We don't have a trillion dollar debt
because we haven't taxed enough. We have a trillion dollar debt because we spend too much."Sadly, little has changed since Reagan left the White House. We're still mortgaging our nation's future on the backs of our children and grandchildren.
Government is still the problem, not the solution. And the government still spends too much.
Sadder still, that trillion dollar debt President Reagan inherited in 1981 grew to $20 trillion under President Obama. To paraphrase another famous
saying, "It's the spending, stupid." And that includes spending on so-called "entitlements."
Fixing this problem will require elected representatives who are willing to make tough but responsible decisions regardless of political consequences.
Source: 2018 Nevada Senate campaign website DannyTarkanian.com
Feb 3, 2018
Dean Heller:
Control wasteful spending and shrink the size of government
Q: Economy: Support federal spending as a means of promoting economic growth?Dean Heller (R): No. "Control wasteful spending and shrink the size of government."
Jacky Rosen (D):
Yes. "Invest in things that create jobs- like our energy and transportation infrastructure, public and technical schools, and high-tech research."
Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Issue Guide on Nevada Senate race
Oct 9, 2018
Jacky Rosen:
Cut wasteful spending; get rid of burdensome regulations
In Congress, Jacky Rosen will work hard to foster job creation and invest in things that create jobs - like our energy and transportation infrastructure, public and technical schools, and high-tech research.
As a computer programmer, Jacky spent her career trying to help people work smarter, not harder, and getting rid of inefficiency. She'll work to cut wasteful spending, get rid of outdated and burdensome regulations, and fight fraud.
Source: 2016 Nevada House campaign website RosenForNevada.com
Nov 8, 2016
James Vandermaas:
Infrastructure projects will create jobs now, in the future
We need to develop infrastructure projects that will create jobs both now & in the future. Broadband installation throughout Idaho and the US is a great example. Not only are jobs created for the installation project, but imagine the economic potential
for Idaho: The ability to telecommute, new business and educational opportunities throughout the state and even into our rural communities, and new highway and transportation systems that shorten our commutes and increase our time with our families.
Source: 2022 Nevada Senate campaign website VoteVandermaas.com
Dec 9, 2021
Joe Biden:
Ordinary people are getting killed by this economy
We ought to start rewarding work, not just wealth. The idea that we have a tax rate for corporate America at 21 percent is ridiculous. It should be 28 percent. The idea that we have companies not paying anything, they should have a minimum tax of
15 percent. The idea that you're able to have a capital gains tax that you pay at the rate of 20 percent if you are Mike Bloomberg, your staffer is paying at 25 percent is wrong. The middle class is getting killed, and the poor have no way up.
Source: 9th Democrat 2020 primary debate, in Las Vegas Nevada
Feb 19, 2020
Joe Heck:
Eliminate our debt, spurring economic growth
Q: Please state your top three priorities if elected.JOE HECK:
- Eliminate our debt, spurring economic growth and job creation.
- Remove regulations that hamper businesses' ability to grow while supporting
protections for consumers, employees, and the environment.
- Support patient-centered healthcare reforms making quality healthcare more affordable and accessible.
Source: Vote411.org League of Women Voters: 2016 Nevada Senate Race
Sep 19, 2016
Joe Lombardo:
Diversify state economy beyond mining and casinos
Lombardo also said it is important to diversify the state's economy and have a tax environment conducive to bringing new companies into the state, particularly manufacturers. "You got to do a little bit more than mining and casinos,"
Lombardo said. "Do we have a tax environment for [new companies]? Currently, we do. I believe if what's-his-name gets re-elected, we won't."
Source: The Nevada Independent on 2022 Nevada Gubernatorial race
Nov 3, 2021
John Jay Lee:
Won't accept expanding and intrusive government
The working class, the working men and women of this country, and also the small business owners are not a part of the conversation anymore, it all has to do with the elitist and it has to do with the socialists. That is not the agenda that
I have in mind for this country and the future. The tourism, hospitality and gaming industry are not for expanding the government to even bigger and more intrusive into our lives. That's not what we want out west and we're not going to accept it anymore.
Source: Daily Wire News on 2022 Nevada Gubernatorial race
Apr 6, 2021
Kenny Guinn:
Change government to deal with explosive growth
For a decade, we have led the nation in growth. As a result of this tremendous growth, we will be given a third seat to amplify our voice and enhance our position in Congress. But growth also brings its share of challenges.
Nevada's school enrollment is increasing at three times the national average, we lead the nation in growth with our senior citizen population, our transportation system must constantly improve to avoid gridlock, and our health care system is strained by
the ever-increasing demands placed upon it. Two years ago, I stood before you in this chamber and declared that we would have to cut funding for many programs even though the state's revenues were growing. We had to change the way Nevada did business,
and change we did. I directed the most comprehensive review of Nevada state government in our history, and we identified numerous ways we could cut costs and become more efficient and responsive in delivering services to our citizens.
Source: 2001 State of the State Address to the Nevada Legislature
Jan 22, 2001
Michele Fiore:
We desperately need sound fiscally conservative policies
I am honored to be chosen by Nevadans to be the Republican nominee for State Treasurer.
With gas prices at an all-time high & soaring inflation, we desperately need sound fiscally conservative policies.
I hope to unite all Nevadans behind our campaign for financial common sense.
Source: 2022 Nevada Gubernatorial campaign website VoteFiore.com
Jun 26, 2022
Ruben Kihuen:
Wall Street blames homeowners for the foreclosure crisis
The 20 wealthiest Americans--who could fit in a single Gulfstream luxury jet--now own more wealth than half of the American population. Average Americans work longer hours for less pay. This growing wealth and income inequality is simply unacceptable.
We didn't get here by accident. Congress is controlled by the wealthy and the elite, by Wall Street bankers and billionaires, who have rigged the system against working families to protect their own bottom line.
Many, especially those on
Wall Street, want to blame me and millions like me who lost their homes in the foreclosure crisis. But the truth is that this wasn't a case of a handful of Americans making bad financial decisions. It was widespread fraud by large banks and Wall Street
bankers looking to turn a quick profit at the expense of people's financial security and well-being. Worst still, after the economic collapse, the same elite that ruined so many lives and so many dreams demanded that the American people bail them out.
Source: 2016 Nevada House campaign website RubenForCongress.com
Nov 8, 2016
Steve Sisolak:
COVID: Additional $50 million to help small businesses
So far, we've provided $50 million to small businesses across Nevada. But we need to do more.
That's why tonight, I am announcing an additional $50 million in my budget for this program which is vital for small businesses. I'm asking the legislature, as one of their first items of business, to get this done.
Source: 2021 State of the State Address to the Nevada legislature
Jan 19, 2021
Steve Sisolak:
Launch State Infrastructure Bank to leverage outside capital
The budget includes $75 million for future capital improvement projects that will be used to launch the State Infrastructure Bank, so we can leverage outside capital to fund projects like rural broadband, renewable energy, and road improvements.
I am calling on state agencies and local governments to fast-track billions of dollars of infrastructure projects that haven't started. The faster we move these projects the more Nevadans we put to work.
Source: 2021 State of the State Address to the Nevada legislature
Jan 19, 2021
Adam Laxalt:
Economic pain from Democrat spending
Laxalt's campaign sees economic pain as its ticket to victory, centering its strategy on portraying the incumbent as a puppet for Pres. Biden and endorsing huge spending bills. "Sen. Cortez Masto has been a disaster for our economy and Nevadans want
change," a Laxalt spokesperson said. "Her rubber-stamp support for Biden's big spending proposals saddled our state with 15.4% inflation, costing each Nevada family $10,000 this year."In response, Cortez Masto lit into Laxalt as a self-serving
politician who isn't interested in helping the state. "While I've been working for Nevadans, my opponent's been working for longtime D.C. lobbyists at a D.C. law firm that represents big oil companies ripping off our families. He supports Big Pharma,"
she said.
Cortez Masto said she has worked to combat rising costs by voting for the Inflation Reduction Act, which allows Medicare to negotiate drug prices with the industry and boosts funding to subsidize health insurance premiums.
Source: NBC News on 2022 Nevada Senate race
Sep 12, 2022
Adam Laxalt:
The Left's policies caused $6 gas and 15% inflation
In 2021, we saw the left in its fastest advance we had ever seen in any of our lifetimes. We saw how powerful they have become in taking over the media, big tech, our ruling elites in Washington. They have taken over Hollywood, and every single day, we
could feel how quickly they were taking our country and our culture. And I wish I could report to you today that a year later, they had slowed down. Unfortunately, what they have done in the last year is absolutely shocking.
We are experiencing all-time high inflation and in this state, 15% inflation, the likes of which we have never seen before. Six dollars gas in this state -- six dollars.
These people will say whatever it takes to win and hold power.
What else have you gone through in the last 12 months? Well, crime in major cities across America. And while the defined people have kind of quieted down, these left-wing policies are pro-criminal rather than pro-victim.
Source: C-Span transcript on 2022 Nevada Senate race
Sep 19, 2022
Joe Lombardo:
We're buying with cash instead of credit
My budget not only lowers the tax burden on working families and businesses, but it also reserves more than $1 dollar in savings for every new dollar in general fund spending. Not a penny of the State's one-time surplus will be used to fund any
recurring programs. My budget saves taxpayers over $260 million dollars in interest payments on bonds, enabling us to, among other things, create more construction jobs in future years. In simple economic terms, we're buying with cash instead of credit.
Source: 2023 State of the State Address to the Nevada legislature
Jan 23, 2023
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