LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev) is addressing concerns about a recession in Nevada following the closure of all nonessential businesses in the state due to the coronavirus pandemic.
"We've got a lot of work that we still need to do to make sure we're protecting the needs of workers, families and small businesses," he said.
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"We understand that when the industry is closed and not operable that hurts every aspect of our small businesses as well."
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Forbes recently said workers in the Las Vegas valley would be among the most impacted by a recession.
Clark County has tried to ease the burden of business owners by waiving penalties and late fees for business licenses over the next three months.
