Brad Lee Barnhill

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Funding our state’s engineering schools to research innovative technologies, such as small Natrium or Thorium reactors, can position Nevada as a leader in clean energy. These advanced nuclear technologies offer a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional reactors, providing a reliable energy source while reducing carbon emissions. By investing in research and development, we can attract top talent, create high-paying jobs, and stimulate economic growth in the energy sector.

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Collaborating with California on desalination projects can address water scarcity issues while creating new economic opportunities. Desalination technology can provide a sustainable water supply for both states, supporting agricultural and industrial activities. By positioning Nevada as a hub for desalination research and development, we can foster innovation, create jobs, and ensure a stable water supply for future growth.

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Industrial hemp presents a significant opportunity for economic diversification. With its versatile applications in textiles, construction, biofuels, and more, hemp can drive growth in agriculture, manufacturing, and technology sectors. Supporting policies that encourage the cultivation, processing, and marketing of industrial hemp will open new avenues for farmers, entrepreneurs, and businesses, contributing to a more diversified and resilient economy.

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Creating an environment that fosters technology and innovation is essential for economic diversification. This includes offering tax incentives for tech startups, investing in digital infrastructure, and supporting incubators and accelerators. By attracting tech companies and encouraging homegrown innovation, we can create a robust tech ecosystem that provides high-paying jobs and drives economic growth.

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Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. By providing support through grants, low-interest loans, and simplified regulations, we can help small businesses thrive. Encouraging entrepreneurship and providing resources for business development will lead to job creation and economic stability, particularly in underserved communities.

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Nevada has abundant natural resources for renewable energy, including solar, wind, and geothermal. Investing in renewable energy projects can reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, create jobs in construction and maintenance, and position Nevada as a leader in sustainable energy. Legislative support for renewable energy initiatives will attract investment and drive long-term economic growth.

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As Nevada’s chief elections officer, I will work across party lines to ensure every eligible vote is counted accurately and securely—without barriers that disenfranchise or loopholes that erode confidence. No more yelling; just practical solutions that unite Nevadans around elections we can all trust.

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Stay informed on upcoming reforms, including smooth Voter ID rollout if Question 7 is approved again this November (after strong bipartisan support in 2024).

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Divisive partisan politics has infected the democrat and republican parties in Nevada for nearly a generation. It is time for a fresh approach and a consensus government where people work together to ensure the future of the citizens of Nevada. People who yell at each other can’t hear what the other person is saying. It’s time for civil debate on issues that affect Nevadans.

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With my background in computer science and systems analysis, I understand the importance of secure, reliable technology in elections. Combined with my legal experience drafting and interpreting statutes, I’ll ensure upgrades—like verifiable paper ballots and enhanced cybersecurity—reach every county fairly. My independent history means I’ll listen to all sides, implement reforms transparently, and prioritize civil, fact-based solutions over partisan fights. Together, we can have elections that strengthen our republic and protect every Nevadan’s freedom to vote.

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I’m an independent, and I mean that literally: I’m not beholden to a party that wants me to wave this off, and I’m not beholden to a party that wants me to score points off it. I’m beholden to you — the voter, whoever you are, whatever you believe. Here’s what I hear most, and here’s what a Secretary of State can actually do about it, starting January 2027, without waiting years on a Legislature that has no reason to move fast on this.

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If the plan is “just go get a Real ID,” the plan doesn’t survive contact with the DMV’s own website. A policy that only works on paper isn’t a policy — it’s a talking point. And a locked-out voter doesn’t care which party locked them out.

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Train every county’s election workers to the same standard, so a voter in Washoe County and a voter in Clark County get treated the same way. That’s regulatory uniformity the Secretary of State already has the authority to require — it doesn’t need a bill.

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Nevada already recognizes that lacking a permanent address doesn’t disqualify someone from voting — under NRS 293.486, a Nevadan experiencing homelessness can register using a description of where they stay (a shelter, a park, an intersection) instead of a street address. That’s the right policy, and it’s already state law. But registering to vote and getting a photo ID are two different processes, and the second one is where the gap actually sits. DMV ID applications typically ask for proof of residency — a lease, a utility bill, mail addressed to you — which is exactly the kind of paperwork someone who has lost stable housing is least likely to have. And if the underlying documents needed to get an ID, like a birth certificate, were lost along with everything else, that’s a second locked door before you even reach the first one.

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Smaller counties, which don’t have Clark County’s budget to absorb new administrative costs. Using existing federal election security dollars, rather than asking counties to eat the cost themselves, keeps this from becoming a rural-versus-urban fight too.

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Question 7 is going to become law. The only real question left is whether Nevada implements it like a state that wants every eligible voter to vote, or like a state that didn’t bother to plan. That’s not a Left question or a Right question. It’s a people question, and it’s the job.

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The Secretary of State’s office gets six bill draft requests (BDRs) each legislative session — a real, limited tool for shaping law. My first priority is implementation legislation that’s ready the moment Question 7 (Voter ID) passes this November and amends the Nevada Constitution. Voters already backed it by a wide margin in 2024; this is the second required vote. As Secretary of State, I’ll ensure a clean, efficient rollout — photo ID for in-person voting, Free ID for those who can’t afford it, and real verification for mail ballots — protecting the process while keeping access straightforward for lawful voters.

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My second BDR targets repeal of the Commerce Tax, a gross-receipts tax on any business with more than $4 million in Nevada revenue. It’s become an unnecessary drag: new and growing companies feel it immediately, established firms have absorbed rising costs, and it undercuts the one advantage Nevada holds over every income-tax state. Legislative action is required to fix it, and the Secretary of State’s office — as Nevada’s chief business-filing authority — is the right office to lead that charge and keep Nevada open for business.

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The conversion from SilverFlume to ORION is happening right now. Phase 1 (UCC filings) launched in December 2025. Phase 2 — full business licensing, trademarks, and notary services — is scheduled for this summer, with planned downtime and new forms. Large government IT replacements always carry risk: data integrity, user training, vendor performance, and edge-case failures. Twenty years of systems analysis experience means I know how to supervise a migration like this, hold vendors accountable, and protect the data that businesses and voters rely on. No other candidate brings that hands-on technical depth to this office.

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If you’re a Republican who cares about election integrity but can’t get behind another cycle of conspiracy theories and lost credibility instead of results — I’m not asking you to abandon your principles. I’m asking you to back someone who will actually get the job done.

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Nevada’s Secretary of State race keeps getting framed as a fight over whether to hand our voter data to Washington. That’s the wrong fight. The real question is whether Nevada is doing everything it already can to keep its own rolls accurate — without waiting on anyone in D.C. to tell us how.

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Promoting economic diversification is not just about reducing our reliance on tourism and gaming; it’s about building a stronger, more resilient Nevada. By investing in education, supporting innovative technologies, encouraging sustainable practices, and fostering a business-friendly environment, we can create a vibrant economy that benefits all Nevadans. As your Independent Voice, I am committed to advocating for policies that promote economic diversity and ensure a prosperous future for our state.

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Join me in building consensus for transparent, accessible elections that protect integrity while ensuring no eligible Nevadan is left out.

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Include shelters and homeless service providers in the mobile ID day partnerships mentioned above, so getting an ID doesn’t require navigating an unfamiliar building on top of everything else.

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This is one piece of the rest of my 20-point plan for the office, building on the commitment I made when I first laid out my Voter ID implementation plan. The same flag-and-investigate approach I’ve proposed for cleaning up Nevada’s voter rolls applies here too, and you can see my full platform for the office.

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The earlier proposal that started this discussion is Declare Your Independence from Partisan Politics: Nevada Voter ID Plan.

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Where I agree with the current approach: Nevada shouldn’t be forced to hand its voter data over to federal agencies on demand. That’s a state responsibility, and I’d defend it the same way.

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See more policy position outlines cooked up by Brad Lee Barnhill, #YourIndependentVoice for Nevada Secretary of State.

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Implement Voter ID Smoothly and Inclusively When — Not If — Question 7 Passes in 2026: Nevadans spoke clearly in 2024 by overwhelmingly supporting photo ID requirements, and Question 7 returns this November for final approval to amend our Constitution. If affirmed twice by the people, I will lead a bipartisan, transparent rollout—providing free or low-cost ID assistance, statewide education campaigns, and accommodations for rural voters, seniors, students, and those facing barriers—so secure elections strengthen confidence without disenfranchising anyone.

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Advance Modern Voting Technology Upgrades, Including ORION and Statewide Systems — Nevada is modernizing election tools, with shifts to verifiable paper ballots, enhanced cybersecurity, and centralized systems like VREMS for better accuracy and oversight. I will ensure these upgrades (including ORION-related election management improvements) reach every county equitably, with rigorous testing, cross-party review, and clear voter guidance—so results are auditable, errors are minimized, and Nevadans from Las Vegas to Ely know their vote counts accurately every time.

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Strengthen Voter Registration Integrity with Balanced Safeguards and Outreach — Clean, current voter rolls build trust without suppressing participation. I will promote data-driven maintenance to prevent duplicates or errors, support easy online/mobile updates, improve signature verification and curing processes, and expand registration drives in underserved communities—all with full public transparency and quarterly reporting—so every eligible Nevadan can register effortlessly while we protect the system from abuse.

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Nevada is also losing ground on business privacy. Wyoming keeps member and manager names off public filings entirely. Colorado offers strong formation privacy protections. Nevada still requires managers or managing members to appear on the public annual list. Companies that value confidentiality are choosing to form elsewhere. I’ll use this office’s existing authority — and remaining BDRs if needed — to close that gap and stop the outflow of business formations to our competitor states.