VOTE411 Voter Guide

The Nevada State Senate is the upper chamber of the state Legislature and is responsible for developing and passing state laws, approving the state budget, and providing oversight of state agencies. With 11 of its 21 seats up for election in 2026, this race gives voters a chance to influence how effectively the Legislature addresses key issues such as education funding, healthcare access, public safety, economic opportunity, and environmental policy. Because state senators shape policies that affect everyday life and serve as a check and balance in state government, these elections are important in preserving accountable, representative decision-making for Nevada families and communities.