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Nonpartisan Voters Surge in Nevada Ahead of 2025 Changes

1/3/2026

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In Nevada, nonpartisans became the largest voting bloc in 2023 due to registration changes.
Starting in 2025, new voters will automatically register as nonpartisan unless they choose a party.
In Clark County, 94% of new voters identify as nonpartisan, and in Washoe County, 88% do.
The shift stems from a 2021 Nevada legislative bill aimed at streamlining registration, but it may complicate the voting process.

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Story summary

In Nevada, nonpartisans became the largest voting bloc in 2023 due to registration changes.
Starting in 2025, new voters will automatically register as nonpartisan unless they choose a party.
In Clark County, 94% of new voters identify as nonpartisan, and in Washoe County, 88% do.
The shift stems from a 2021 Nevada legislative bill aimed at streamlining registration, but it may complicate the voting process.