Kenny Guinn Center for Policy Priorities

Tax abatements vs. tax credits: what's the difference, and how does Nevada use each to incentivize policy objectives? Our latest explainer breaks down how each tool works, the policy goals they support, and their dollar-amount impact. 🔗 Full explainer: link in bio

Last month, we held our first of three presentations of our findings from Status and Achievement of Women in Nevada in Elko. We’re excited to bring this conversation to Reno and Las Vegas as well in the coming months alongside @NVWomensFund Tickets: link in bio

@NCSLorg For Nevada, legislators should remain cognizant of these changes and the changing funding landscape. Stay informed with our overview of federal funding: guinncenter.org/research/feder…

@NCSLorg But the panelists' recommendation to legislators was clear: don't make short-term policy changes in reaction to federal uncertainty. Staying grounded in long-term, evidence-based strategy matters more than ever when the federal landscape is in flux.

NCSL Legislative Summit Recap! This week, our Director of Education, Nicole Thomas, joined policy leaders from across the country at the @NCSLorg Legislative Summit in Chicago — bringing back insights for Nevada's education landscape. #NCSL2026 #NCSLSummit

Last month, we had the pleasure of presenting our findings on the Status and Achievement of Women in Nevada in Elko with @NVWomensFund. We have upcoming presentations in Reno and Las Vegas:. Reno: August 13 Las Vegas: September 10 RSVP: guinncenter.org/event/status-a…

How does the Guinn Center determine its policy research agenda? On the Nevada Means Business podcast hosted by @NevadaDBI, our CEO, Jill Tolles, shares how we identify the issues that matter most to Nevadans. Watch the full conversation wherever you get your podcasts!

While artificial intelligence can be useful in addressing Nevada’s healthcare workforce shortage, its environmental impact has a direct tie to health outcomes in a state with a complex history of water scarcity. Read the full report on AI in Healthcare. Link in bio.

The public feedback we received from the 2026 Gallagher Dialogues tells us that our communities are hungry for a change in how we engage with one another. We invite you to watch the conversation and join the movement. youtu.be/-kWc7ybFmno?si…

Our first look webinar on federal funding is available to watch on Youtube. Learn more about how federal funds flow into community entities and localities to provide direct services to Nevadans and the gaps that exist for stronger long-term funding resilience.

The current reality of AI in healthcare is neither as gloomy nor as exciting as some have predicted, but it is encouraging. Explore the current uses, benefits, and ongoing concerns of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare in our latest policy brief. Link in bio.

Today, we’re turning the page to a new chapter. Jill Tolles is transitioning her role to Chief Executive Officer of the Guinn Center. Kristine Caliger will step into the role of Executive Director. Please join us in continuing our journey and congratulating Jill and Kristine!

Read the full article here: guinncenter.org/articles/insid…

The Guinn Center’s Director of Health &Social Policy, Pierron Tackes, sat down to discuss her team’s analysis of federal funding in Nevada, outlining recommendations to improve transparency and safeguard essential services. Learn more about our policy brief in our new article.

Thank you, Elko! We're grateful to everyone who joined us for our Status and Achievement of Women in Nevada presentation and discussion. Thank you to the Nevada Women's Fund, our panelists, and attendees for helping bring the data to life through meaningful conversation.

Read the full report here: guinncenter.org/research/ai-po…

As a continuation of our AI policy brief series, our latest report explores AI in healthcare to help policymakers and stakeholders carefully navigate the AI revolution, balancing innovation with safety. 🔗 Learn more with the full report on our website. Link in bio.

Our First Look Webinar on Federal Funding and Nevada's Nonprofits is now available to watch on YouTube! Learn more about how federal funding supports Nevada’s social service systems and why improved visibility into these funding streams matters. buff.ly/fOFRVCJ

We strive to make an impact through data-driven reliable, nonpartisan research. It's especially rewarding to hear how our work is being used in our community. We're grateful to Kristen for sharing how our work informs efforts at the Domestic Violence Resource Center.