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Alexander Marks @alexandermarks.bsky.social · 12h

I'm sure it was an oversight that the article failed to mention economists have largely downplayed the economic benefits of film tax breaks and that numerous states with similar (handout) programs have not seen a return on investment. Seems like an important thing to mention #SchoolsOverStudios

Las Vegas Review-Journal @reviewjournal.com · 12h

Nevada construction labor unions are leading a renewed push for public support to bring a film studio project to Southern Nevada.

Labor unions lead $1M campaign to revive Nevada film studio legislation

Nevada labor unions launch a campaign urging lawmakers to revive a film studio project in Southern Nevada during an upcoming special session.

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Alexander Marks @alexandermarks.bsky.social · 21h

Every dollar funneled to Hollywood executives is a dollar not spent on classrooms, educator salaries, or vital student resources. This debunked policy will drive Nevada off a fiscal cliff and will drain the General Fund, forcing huge cuts or steep tax hikes. #SchoolsOverStudios

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Alexander Marks @alexandermarks.bsky.social · 21h

Nevada should learn from the mistakes of Michigan, Georgia, New York, Maryland, Florida, and North Carolina. Instead, the Governor and #NVLeg ignore all available data and pretend "Vegas is different" when all it will do is drain resources from essential services like education and public safety.

Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · 21h

"Economists have largely downplayed the economic benefits of film tax credits, with programs in other states not providing much return on investment and even disinvestment over time."

cc: #NVLeg

The Nevada Independent @thenvindy.com · 22h

As Gov. Joe Lombardo promises to call the Legislature into a special session to handle “unfinished” business, a coalition of unions has been pushing to include an expansion of Nevada’s film tax credit program.

Read about it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/unio...

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · 21h

"...the Nevada State Education Association pushed back against the legislation during the 2025 session saying the money is better served elsewhere — especially given that expanding film tax credits have a shoddy record in growing the economies of other states."

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · 21h

"Economists have largely downplayed the economic benefits of film tax credits, with programs in other states not providing much return on investment and even disinvestment over time."

cc: #NVLeg

The Nevada Independent @thenvindy.com · 22h

As Gov. Joe Lombardo promises to call the Legislature into a special session to handle “unfinished” business, a coalition of unions has been pushing to include an expansion of Nevada’s film tax credit program.

Read about it here: thenevadaindependent.com/article/unio...

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · 21d

If Hollywood is the emergency, then Nevada’s leaders have lost the plot. Just months after increasing education funding by only $2 per student, the Governor and #NVLeg want a Special Session to give $1.65 billion in public money to Hollywood executives Help us stop this economically debunked policy!

Schools Over Studios | Nevada State Education Association

Oppose the Tinseltown Tax Cut: Hollywood Handouts Aren’t an Emergency.

www.nsea-nv.org

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · 21d

Humboldt County Support Staff Organization President Andrea Kelly took to Capitol Hill with the Coalition on Adult Basic Education! She joined advocates from across the country to meet with members of Congress and highlight how adult education is transforming lives and strengthening communities.

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · 27d

“America’s classrooms must be safe and welcoming places of learning and discovery,” said Randi Weingarten, president of the AFT. Becky Pringle, president of NEA, said the Trump administration is creating fear and chaos and “our students, schools, and communities are paying the price.”

Teachers sue over Trump's immigration crackdown, saying students are staying home

Labor unions representing educators and school employees are suing President Donald Trump's administration over its immigration crackdown.

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · 29d

RELEASE: We are proud to announce that Andrea ("Annie") Kelly of the Humboldt County Support Staff Organization (HCSSO) is the 2025 NSEA Education Support Professional of the Year! Annie is an exceptional educator, union leader, and advocate whose dedication to students and members is unwavering.

Release: Andrea Kelly Named 2025 NSEA ESP of the Year | Nevada State Education Association

Sept 7, 2025 -- NSEA announced Andrea ("Annie") Kelly of the Humboldt County Support Staff Organization (HCSSO) as the 2025 NSEA Education Support Professional of the Year.

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Sep 7

Annie does not seek recognition, but her impact is undeniable. She embodies the very best of our profession while leading with compassion, courage, and purpose. #UnionStrong

Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Sep 7

Annie’s leadership goes far beyond policy. She dedicates evenings and weekends to ensure her students thrive, creating safe and inclusive classrooms where every child feels seen and capable of success. She builds strong connections, inspires colleagues, and grows union power through her leadership.

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Sep 7

Annie is an exceptional educator and union leader whose advocacy is rooted in courage and conviction. She consistently champions issues that matter for students, members, and NSEA, from advancing #TimeFor20 and #PassThePlan, to fighting for PERS eligibility for ESPs throughout Nevada.

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Sep 7

✨ This morning at the Nevada Rural Educators meeting, we proudly recognized Andrea (“Annie”) Kelly as the 2025 NSEA Education Support Professional of the Year! ✨

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Sep 3

Aspiring Educators are on campus at the College of Southern Nevada this week, connecting with students and building momentum for a brand-new chapter in Southern Nevada. The future of our union is growing stronger every day! #UnionStrong

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Aug 20

The performance accountability mechanism in SB460 sets up schools with high concentrations of poverty for failure by threatening probation, state takeover, & replacement of staff if they don’t meet performance benchmarks. Studies show an overwhelming correlation between low test scores and poverty.

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Aug 20

"Critics argue that the bill could backfire. The Nevada State Education Association warns it could set up poor schools for failure"

As we said during Session, a bill of this magnitude, with far-reaching implications, demanded far more than one day to thoroughly analyze and understand...

Nevada's education overhaul sparks concern from all sides

Governor Joe Lombardo signed Senate Bill 460 into law on Monday, marking what he described as a "landmark education bill." The 203-page bipartisan legislation r

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Alexander Marks @alexandermarks.bsky.social · Aug 17

cc: #NVLeg

Disney’s Marvel Abandons Georgia, Taking Livelihoods With It

Tax incentives lured studios to help build the ‘Hollywood of the South,’ but now Marvel and others are going overseas for cheaper labor costs.

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Aug 11

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Shopping Discounts & Educator Savings | NEA Member Benefits

Discover exclusive discounts tailored for teachers and education professionals. From classroom supplies to tech tools. Discover your savings today.

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Alexander Marks @alexandermarks.bsky.social · Aug 7

"One of the zombie measures, according to Lombardo, would give the California film industry hundreds of millions of public dollars that would otherwise go to Nevada education, health care, and other public services and programs"

#SchoolsOverStudios #NVLeg

Special session buzz reflects bipartisan agreement to neglect real problems • Nevada Current

Democratic lawmakers are plotting with Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo to meet for a special legislative session where they will reanimate bills that died earlier this year, Lombardo said in an interview...

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Aug 7

#SchoolsOverStudios #NVLeg

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National Education Association @neatoday.bsky.social · Aug 7

The Department of Education has more than 27,000 unresolved student loan complaints, leaving borrowers—including educators—with no answers and no relief. www.nbcnews.com/news/educati...

Education Department has a backlog of 27,000 complaints about student loans

The department disclosed the pileup of complaints — an increase of about 11,000 since March — in a recent letter to Sen. Elizabeth Warren.

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Aug 6

It was New Hire Day in Carson City and Lander County! We want to welcome our newest members! #UnionStrong

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Alexander Marks @alexandermarks.bsky.social · Aug 5

No vote on universal free meals from the democratic Assembly, but they did take the time to vote on a measure giving $1.65B in public money to Hollywood! #Priorities #NVLeg

Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Aug 5

“A measure introduced in the 2025 legislature to fund the universal school meal program for the next two years did not receive a vote.“

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Aug 5

“A measure introduced in the 2025 legislature to fund the universal school meal program for the next two years did not receive a vote.“

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Nevada State Education Association @nsea.bsky.social · Aug 5

“The universal free school meal program was in effect since the COVID-19 pandemic because of federal dollars. When federal funds dried up, state lawmakers in 2023 passed a bill to allocate $43 million to continue the program. Gov. Joe Lombardo (R) vetoed the measure…”

Over $100k in Washoe County school meal debt rolling over into new school year

Over $100,000 in school meal debt in the Washoe County School District is carrying over into the new school year after the first year without universal free mea

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