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Joe Lombardo

Joseph Michael Lombardo (R) is the 31st governor of Nevada.

Associations:

Nevada Republican Party

Nevada Mining Association

Nevada Realtors

National Rifle Association

party

Republican

jurisdiction

Nevada

service dates

January 2, 2023 - present

gender

Male

Personal Moments

1962

Joseph Michael Lombardo is born

Joe Lombardo was born on November 8, 1962, in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.

1988

Joins the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department

Lombardo began his career in law enforcement as a patrol officer for the LVMPD.

2011

Becomes Assistant Sheriff

Lombardo is promoted to the rank of assistant sheriff within the LVMPD.

2014

Becomes Sheriff of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department

After working his way up through the ranks, Lombardo was elected as the Sheriff of the LVMPD.

Campaign History

2022

Campaign for Governor of Nevada

Lombardo ran for governor of Nevada as a Republican candidate and won the election in 2022.

Position on Key Issues

Taxes

Lombardo has emphasized job creation and economic growth as a key priority for his administration. He has proposed reducing taxes and regulations to encourage businesses to invest and expand in Nevada.

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Education

Lombardo has prioritized improving education and workforce training as a way to create opportunities for all Nevadans. He has proposed increasing funding for schools, expanding access to vocational training programs, and improving teacher pay and working conditions.

Public Safety

Lombardo has advocated for law enforcement reform and improving public safety in Nevada. He has proposed increasing resources for mental health and addiction treatment, implementing community policing programs, and supporting law enforcement training and recruitment efforts.

Key Issues:

Taxes

Education

Public Safety