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We believe that part of our
mission is to engage the
public and promote
participatory democracy.
Nevada has a true citizen
Legislature, and we hope an
educational program like this
will help residents of our
State better understand the
challenges we face .
Local Participants
Claire Clift—Secretary of the Senate
Jeanine Wittenberg—Director of
Administrative Services
401 South Carson Street
Carson City, Nevada 89701
Phone: (775) 684-1400
Fax: (775) 684-6522
uLegislate Alumni: George Whittell High School
Carson City Chamber Leadership Institute Douglas High School
St. Teresa of Avila Newton Elementary—Las Vegas
Northern Nevada Literacy Council Fernley High School
Alpine Academy Lutheran Engagement and Advocacy in Nv.
“In the Spring of 2012, students in my A.P. Government and Politics Class participated in a uLegislate Session in the Chambers of the Nevada Senate. There, our moderators helped students connect classroom learning to real world politics. uLegislate simulates the legislative process, and I found the program to be a unique experience encouraging student interaction on the issues facing our State and local governments. I highly recommend these sessions to any schools and instructors interested in teaching civic virtues to students here in Nevada.”
Milko Vasquez, A.P. Teacher, Douglas High School
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For More Information
Nov. 2017 - May 2019
L earn by doing with the
Nevada Senate! uLegislate
is an educational program
designed for adult and student
groups alike. Participants take on
the roles of officers and members
of the Nevada Senate, debating
relevant topics and learning how
the legislative process works. This
one-hour simulation provides new
perspectives on the challenges of
elective office. Community groups,
chambers of commerce, church
groups, service clubs, business
associations and students are natural
audiences for this unforgettable
experience.
Identify Your Role!
Take on the role of a Senator, the Lieutenant Governor or the Secretary of the Senate and learn how they work together to ensure a well-run Senate Floor Session.
Debate Bills!
There are a variety of bills you can choose to consider. Should the Nevada Senate urge Congress not to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act or its most important provisions? Should the State of Nevada recognize the last Saturday in September of each year as “Public Lands Day”? Should students be required to pass an examination in civics as a condition of receiving credit for a course of American government? These compelling topics form the backdrop for your unique legislative experience.
Cast Your Vote!
When debate on each bill ends, it is time to vote! And, when you push the actual buttons your Senators use to cast their votes, it is your name that appears on the vote board in the Senate Chamber! Learn how many votes are needed to pass legislation, and experience the pressures of elective office.
Monthly sessions will be held August 2019—August 2020.
Times and days will vary.
“I cannot tell you how great of an
experience you all provided my students
during our uLegislate Session in May of
2012. The impact of sitting within the
state Senate Chamber and the power of
the mock session they experienced,
could be observed in each of the
participating students. The program was
well organized, well executed and an
overall wonderful experience. I look
forward to setting up another uLegislate
for my students this school year! Thanks
for all you do and for providing a such a
great opportunity to the students of
Nevada.” Jason Aytes, Teacher & Social Studies
Department Coordinator, Hug High School
Next Session Dates
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