LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — The federal government shut down after a spending bill was not agreed upon by the two parties, and FOX5 is working to understand how it’s impacting Nevada and federal services.
Nevada Senator Jacky Rosen spoke Wednesday on Capitol Hill about what the shutdown means for not only Nevadans, but for people all over the country.
“I want to tell everyone in Nevada that this is about your health care,” she said. “Every single person in this country, their premiums are about to go up, probably double. 24, 25 million are going to get kicked off their health care right away. Others might not be able to afford it. This impacts everyone.”
Payments
Officials say Social Security and Medicare benefits will not be impacted because they’re considered mandatory spending. Local offices are said to remain open to the public, but will provide reduced services.
State Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Programs, or “CHIP,” will continue to operate, according to Medicaid’s website.
Clark County School District
The Clark County School District has clarified how the federal government shutdown will impact the overall budget.
CCSD released a statement on Wednesday afternoon to address how federal funds fuel CCSD programs. According to CCSD, the district relies on 11% of federal funds. The district receives about $365 million in federal funds each year.
These funds support essential services such as food programs, after-school tutoring, and help support 1,800 staff positions in the district.
At this time, district officials say they do not anticipate any major impacts to programs or positions.
“We want to assure our families and staff that our primary focus is on minimizing any disruption to the educational experience and the daily operations of our schools,” said CCSD officials. “We will continue to monitor developments and will share timely and specific updates with you as soon as we have clear guidance on any impacts to our funding, programs, or staffing.”
CCSD says that although there is no immediate impact, if funds remain frozen for an extended period of time, that could affect 1,785 positions that are partially funded through federal grant funds and budgeted for the 2025-26 school year.
VA Medical Centers
Veterans’ health care won’t be affected, officials say. VA medical centers, outpatient clinics, and vet centers will be open as usual and will provide all services.
Benefits are said to continue and will be processed and delivered. Officials say this includes compensation, pension, education and housing benefits.
Burials will continue at VA national cemeteries. VA benefits regional offices will be closed. The department says it estimates 97% of its employees will continue to work during the shutdown.
The Department of the Interior
Officials with the Department of the Interior say they will keep critical services open and running. The department manages federal lands and natural resources, including national parks and wildlife refuges.
The DOI says it will keep all 63 national parks open, including Great Basin National Park in eastern Nevada. Permitting and other efforts related to American energy are also said to continue.
Law enforcement and wildfire units will also stay active, officials say.
Small Business Administration
The Small Business Administration says the shutdown is stopping an estimated 320 small businesses from accessing $170 million in SBA-guaranteed funding.
Officials say only programs deemed essential for protecting life and property will be operational. Programs that will close include loans and grant services. Those include federal loans to small businesses under the SBA.
This is a developing story. Check back later for updates.
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