CARSON CITY, NV – On February 11, 2025, Governor Joe Lombardo released his letter to Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro and Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager requesting a resolution to encourage the systematic release of federal land in Nevada.

“As you are aware, nearly 87% of Nevada's land is controlled by the federal government, significantly limiting developers' ability to increase the housing supply,” writes Governor Lombardo. “Growth in many rural areas of our state is currently constrained by the lack of developable land. Projections indicate that Washoe County could run out of developable land by 2027, while Clark County may face the same challenge by 2032. I have continued to engage with our federal delegation and the President on this issue, and I am seeking your support to advocate for the immediate and systematic release of federal land in Nevada.”

The letter and proposed resolution are attached below.

Click Here to find "2025 - Federal Lands Resolution Letter"