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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Nevada Newsletter for Sunday August 25, 2024 ( 5 items )  

AIAA Accelerates the Future of Aviation and Space at 2024 AIAA AVIATION Forum and 2024 ASCEND
RESTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 [Category: Aerospace] -- The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics issued the following news release: The latest aircraft, spacecraft, technologies, and missions were on display in Las Vegas, Nevada, from July 28 until August 2 by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA). AIAA co-located two of its signature events 2024 AIAA AVIATION Forum and 2024 ASCEND in one venue, Caesars Forum, for the week. Nearly 3,800 aviation and space profe  more

Call for Speakers: Share Your Expertise at The NAMA Show 2025
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The National Automatic Merchandising Association issued the following news release: * * * Be a Thought Leader in Convenience Services * * * The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) is excited to invite industry leaders and innovators to submit their presentation proposals for The NAMA Show 2025 taking place May 7-9 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This is your chance to share your knowledge and connect with a dynamic audience eager to advance the field of   more

FFRF ends religious baccalaureate ceremonies in Texas school district
MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 21 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release: Religious services disguised as graduation celebrations will no longer be hosted by the Community Independent School District in Texas, thanks to the work of the Freedom From Religion Foundation. A concerned community member informed FFRF that Community ISD hosted and promoted a baccalaureate service in the auditorium of Community High School in Nevada, Texas, on May 19. According to its ow  more

League of Women Voters of Nevada Announces Re-Launch
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- The League of Women Voters of Nevada issued the following news release on Aug. 22, 2024: * * * LWVNV Leadership Committed to Empowering Nevada Voters in 2024 and Beyond * * * LAS VEGAS -- Today, the League of Women Voters of Nevada (LWVNV) announced the official re-launch of the state League with a distinct focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Nevada residents of all gender identities are invited to join the nonpartisan voter empowerment movement with LWVNV at lw  more

States Boards of Education Innovate to Better Engage Students
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 21 -- The National Association of State Boards of Education issued the following news release: * * * The only organization dedicated solely to helping state boards advance equity and excellence in public education. * * * Student representation on state boards of education is pivotal for uplifting student voice in education policymaking. But students need to take initiative and require strong mentorship opportunities to be effective in their roles, writes Naomi Porte  more