The Difference Between U.S. Senators vs. State Senators
9/17/2024 | 1m 15sVideo has Closed Captions
Learn the difference between U.S. and state senators to make informed voting decisions.
Ever wondered about the difference between U.S. and state senators? U.S. senators represent Nevada in Washington, working on national issues like federal laws and foreign policy. State senators focus on local matters, like education and community projects. Knowing this helps you make informed voting decisions.
The Difference Between U.S. Senators vs. State Senators
9/17/2024 | 1m 15sVideo has Closed Captions
Ever wondered about the difference between U.S. and state senators? U.S. senators represent Nevada in Washington, working on national issues like federal laws and foreign policy. State senators focus on local matters, like education and community projects. Knowing this helps you make informed voting decisions.
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Nevada.
Ever wondered what the difference is between a U.S. senator and a state senator?
Let's break it down.
Up first, US senators.
Think of them as Nevada's voice in the big leagues.
Washington, D.C. we have two U.S. senators for our state.
They work on issues like national laws, foreign policy, the country's budget, and investments to Nevada.
U.S. senators serve for six years and vote on big deals like Supreme Court nominations and international treaties.
Now let's talk about state senators.
We have 21 state senators in Nevada.
They work on stuff that hits closer to home, like our schools, local laws and community projects.
They meet in Carson City and are elected for four years at a time, making decisions that directly impact our everyday lives think better roads, safer neighborhoods, and local events.
Let's recap U.S. senators deal with national issues while state senators focus on Nevada's needs.
Knowing this helps you make smarter choices when you vote.
Stay informed, stay involved, and let's make Nevada awesome together.
For more information, go to vote.envy.gov.
