Register for Veterans Legislative Symposium
The Nevada Department of Veterans Services will be hosting a Veterans Legislative Symposium March 8 in Reno. The meeting is intended to bring together leaders and those interested in veterans issues together to plan for the upcoming 78th legislature in 2015. If you are interested, please reply to the email below so we can put you on the list and update you as the March 8 draws near. Space is limited to 200 attendees.
Date: March 8, 2014 | Location: Silver Legacy Resort Casino, Reno, NV. | Time: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Coffee service will be provided throughout the meeting.
To attend, reply to pio.ndvs@veterans.nv.gov with the subject line "Veteran Legislative Symposium".
NDVS Speakers Program The NDVS will begin a speakers program in 2014 to discuss veterans issues and NDVS programs and plans. "We have many programs and issues we want to present and discuss with organizations throughout the state. Speaking at organizational meetings and events will give us the opportunity to involve communities and gather information about veterans concerns," says Director Kat Miller. If your veteran or community organization is interested in the NDVS speaking at one of your group meetings, please contact Pamela at the NDVS Reno office - (866) 630-8387  ROVER February Schedules
Click the links to see the list of upcoming locations for the NDVS Veterans Service Officer (VSO) during February and March. "We're asking for the assistance of community businesses and individuals to download a flyer from a location near them and post it so veterans and their families can become aware of our ROVER Outreach program for veterans," said Director Kat Miller. "Through the assistance of each community, we can alert more veterans to our visits and get them the assistance they need." See Schedules.  Veteran of the Month
Governor Brian Sandoval will present the February 2014 Veteran of the Month to William Maltman of Spark, NV at a presentation on Friday, February 14 at the State Capitol Building in Carson City. We encourage all who would like to attend to come and show appreciation and support for this veterans ongoing service to other veterans in the community.
Date: February 14, 9:30 am, State Capitol Building Suicide PreventionIf you or someone you know is in crisis, please call: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Learn More. Upcoming NDVS Events CalendarVeterans Services Commission Meeting
TBD Announced
Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery
Unaccompanied Services - Every Thursday, 8:40 am
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Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery
Unaccompanied Services - Fourth Thursday, 3 pm
Elko - Combat Veterans Support Group
4th Monday of the month - Elko VFW - 775-777-1000
Reno - Lady Veterans Meeting
4th Wednesday (or last) of the month - Carrows Restaurant @ Wells Ave, Reno 6 pm
Additional information email: nvangel@charter.net (note "Lady Vets")
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License Plates - Available To Order
Ten different license plates are available for veterans, spouses and children and each one helps fund the various NDVS outreach programs which assist veterans throughout the state. Click Here to Order.
 Thunderbirds Available Now
 Women Veterans Survivor Benefits in NevadaSurvivor benefits in Nevada is a topic that we have been working on over the last few years. As most know, these are benefits for spouses and family members of service members who are lost, often in combat. Survivors are a part of a special group of Nevadans called Gold Star Families, and there are several ways that we at the Nevada Office of Veterans Services serve them. Learn More. Are you a Service-Connected Disabled Veteran business owner in Nevada?According to Nevada Revised Statutes NRS 333.3368 and 338.13846, you have a veterans preference regarding contracts for Purchasing contracts and State Public Works contracts under $100,000.00. Contact the Nevada Purchasing Division or the Nevada State Public Works Division for more information. Also, if you are looking for employment with the State of Nevada and you are a veteran or service connected disabled, you get a preference when competing for state jobs according to Nevada Revised Statutes 284.260. This statute explains that if the employment opportunity requires a test, a veteran with disabilities is awarded 10 additional points, and a veteran is awarded five addition points on a passing examination. Go here to see Nevada job opportunities that might be available. | 
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