In our fast-paced world, where we are bombarded with information, it's tough to know what's true. A buddy of mine recently said something that stuck with me, “There is no such thing as truth… it changes moment by moment, and no one can agree upon what it is… it is totally unreliable… the world is full of lies and deception… that’s the truth.” Kinda scary, right? If we can't … [Read more...] about The Illusion of Truth
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More Restrictions on Employers
As if business owners didn’t already have enough rules, restrictions and guidelines governing our employees, AB 190, pushed and passed by the Democrats, imposes even more. The recently enacted law is touted as a savior for employees needing to care for sick family members. However, it’s another burden, and example of government overreach by the legislature. I firmly believe in … [Read more...] about More Restrictions on Employers
Redefining Money
In March of this year, Assemblywoman Shea Backus introduced Assembly Bill 231 (AB231) which proposes updates to The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). Those “updates” include a change to the definition of money. The bill proposes that money be defined as, “a medium of exchange that is currently authorized or adopted by a domestic or foreign government. The term includes a … [Read more...] about Redefining Money
Now Is Not the Time To Raise Taxes
A bill in for consideration at the Nevada Legislature, SB96, would raise the annual cap on property taxes. The bill was introduced by the Senate Committee on Revenue and Economic Development and presented by Senator Dina Neal (D). With Nevadans struggling to feed their families and many businesses barely meeting payroll, now is not the time to raise taxes. Currently, there … [Read more...] about Now Is Not the Time To Raise Taxes
Time to Get Real
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know Nevada, and the entire Southwest is in the midst of a severe drought. January’s rain has helped, but in the overall scheme of things, it’s just a drop in the bucket. A long term solution is needed. Unfortunately, many of the states who share water resources with Nevada have buried their head in the sand in regard to water … [Read more...] about Time to Get Real