Assemblymember Watts Talks New Laws Improving Health and Environment

Extreme heat is increasingly becoming a critical issue in communities in Nevada, affecting both economic stability and health outcomes. Assemblymember Howard Watts joined a panel to discuss the connections between these issues and new laws that he and others passed to address them. Many Latino families face challenges such as inadequate housing without proper cooling systems, leading to higher energy costs and increased risk of heat-related illnesses. This situation is made worse among workers in outdoor or labor-intensive jobs that intensify their vulnerability to extreme temperatures. This highlights the urgent need for targeted policies and community support to address these issues.

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