Established under Assembly Bill 335 during the 2025–2026 interim, the English Learner Advisory Council (ELAC) serves as a key advisory body tasked with studying statewide policies and practices to advance language acquisition, development, and literacy. 2027 Legislative Authority: ELAC is authorized to draft and prefile one dedicated legislative measure for the 2027 regular session of the Nevada Legislature. Upcoming Interim Report: The council will culminate its research by submitting a...

Nevada’s Assembly Bill 335 brings significant policy updates aimed at improving academic outcomes, educator support, and accountability for English Learners across the state. Required Language Acquisition Training: Mandates that licensed teachers receive training in English language acquisition by October 1, 2030. Extended High School Graduation Timeline: Permits newcomer English Learners up to 10 additional semesters (or until age 21) to fulfill high school graduation requirements....