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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. The Governor may, by proclamation, declare a water or energy emergency, or impending water or energy emergency, whenever he or she determines that:
(a) The President of the United States or Congress has declared that an actual or impending water or energy emergency exists in this state or elsewhere in the United States; or
(b) The health, safety or welfare of the citizens of this state is threatened by reason of an actual or impending acute shortage in usable water or energy resources. A determination under this paragraph shall not be made unless reasonable notice and an opportunity for a hearing is afforded the citizens in the geographical area of the State affected.
2. A copy of the proclamation shall be filed with the Secretary of State.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nevada Revised Statutes Title 36. Military Affairs and Civil Emergencies § 416.050. Proclamation of emergency: Determination by Governor; notice and hearing in area affected in certain circumstances; filing - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nv/title-36-military-affairs-and-civil-emergencies/nv-rev-st-416-050/
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