A Simple Bill with Deep Meaning
Nevada just took a big step to make sure we don’t forget the past. Governor Joe Lombardo has signed Senate Bill 96, making January 27 the official “International Holocaust Remembrance Day” in Nevada.
This legislation recognizes the systematic persecution and murder of about 6 million Jewish people and 5 million others by the Nazi regime between 1933 and 1945.
The bill was backed by many lawmakers from both parties. Senator Lisa Krasner was the main sponsor.
At the signing, she said:
“By enacting [SB 96] into Nevada law, we are sending a clear message that Nevada is committed to remembering the past, educating the present, and safeguarding the future.”
After the emotional signing ceremony attended by Holocaust survivors, Lombardo took to social media to express his commitment:
“Tonight, alongside survivors of the Holocaust, I was deeply honored to sign Senate Bill 96 into law, which designates January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in the State of Nevada. In Nevada, we will #NeverForget.”
Tonight, alongside survivors of the Holocaust, I was deeply honored to sign Senate Bill 96 into law, which designates January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in the State of Nevada.
In Nevada, we will #NeverForget. pic.twitter.com/MiiVnCie1C
— Governor Joe Lombardo (@JosephMLombardo) April 23, 2025
Why This Matters to Conservatives
For conservatives who value limited government, bills like this hold special meaning. This law doesn’t create new regulations or spend taxpayer money on big programs. Instead, it focuses on education and remembrance – things that strengthen our society’s moral backbone without growing government.
The bill simply asks the Governor to issue a yearly statement and encourages schools and media to share information about the Holocaust. It’s about preserving history and values, not expanding bureaucracy.
Conservative principles have always included standing against tyranny and government abuse of power. The Holocaust represents one of history’s most terrible examples of what happens when government power goes unchecked.
Growing Need for Holocaust Education
A survey released just last year by the Governor’s Advisory Council on Education Relating to the Holocaust showed many Nevadans, especially younger folks, don’t know much about the Holocaust or other genocides throughout history. This lack of knowledge is concerning for anyone who believes that understanding history helps protect freedom.
January 27 was chosen because it marks the day when Allied forces liberated the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. The United Nations picked this date back in 2005 to honor victims and promote education worldwide.
What Critics Say
Some might argue that symbolic laws don’t accomplish much. Others question whether state governments should be involved in designating remembrance days at all, saying it’s not the core function of government.
Progressive critics sometimes push for more active government programs rather than just remembrance days. They might prefer funding for extensive mandatory education programs or more direct intervention.
Looking Ahead and Taking Action
The bill passed both the Assembly and Senate with unanimous support, showing that even in these divided times, some values can still bring everyone together.
For conservatives who want to support the spirit of this law:
- Talk to your children and grandchildren about history
- Attend local Holocaust remembrance events
- Support Holocaust education that focuses on historical accuracy
- Volunteer with veterans’ groups that help preserve the stories of WWII liberators
- Stay vigilant against government overreach in all forms
This simple law reminds us that limited government isn’t just about smaller budgets – it’s about preventing the horrible things that can happen when government power has no limits.
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