The new law signed by Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo (R) prohibits Nevada officials from cooperating with other another state if it is investigating a violation of a pro-life law in that state. The law also prohibits medical governing boards in Nevada from disciplining physicians who provide abortions.
This codifies an executive order by Lombardo's predecessor, Steve Sisolak (D). Lombardo originally said he would repeal the order if elected, but Lombardo reversed this stance later in his campaign.
Nevada's legislature is in the process of drafting legislation to enshrine the state's existing abortion rights into the state constitution. If it passes both democratically-controlled houses, it will need to be passed again in 2025 before appearing on the 2026 ballot. The governor's approval is not required.
