Governor Joe Lombardo Reaffirms Commitment to Not Raise Taxes for Nevadans on Tax Day Supply

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 15, 2026

Contact: press@joelombardofornv.com

LAS VEGAS, NV - On Tax Day, Governor Joe Lombardo is reminding Nevadans of a clear and consistent promise he has kept since Day 1: he will not raise your taxes.

Democrat frontrunner for Governor Aaron Ford has refused to explain which taxes he plans to raise:

“Gov. Lombardo will oppose and veto any tax increase, according to campaign spokeswoman Elizabeth Ray. Attorney General and likely Democratic gubernatorial nominee Aaron Ford didn’t respond when I asked his office for comment. Along with his many flip-flops, Ford’s silence here should worry voters.”

Governor Lombardo has been clear that Nevada families should not be burdened with higher taxes and remains committed to keeping Nevada one of the most business-friendly and affordable states in the nation. He has stood firm against the Democrats’ attempt to raise taxes and has delivered real tax relief - vetoing tax hikes, lowering the Modified Business Tax, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are used responsibly and efficiently, while making certain new laws and programs do not require higher taxes. 

“Governor Lombardo has a proven record of protecting taxpayers and ensuring hardworking Nevadans keep more of what they earn. The promise is simple: No new taxes under Governor Joe Lombardo. Meanwhile, Aaron Ford won’t even answer the question, reinforcing what Nevada families already suspect: his policies would lead to higher taxes.” - Halee Dobbins, spokeswoman for Joe Lombardo for Governor

Questions for the media to ask Aaron Ford about whether he will or will not commit to raising taxes:

  • Will you commit today to opposing and vetoing any tax increases if elected governor - yes or no?

  • You declined to respond when asked previously, can you now give voters a direct answer on whether you support new or higher taxes?

  • Do you believe Nevada needs additional tax revenue, and if so, what specific taxes would you consider raising?

  • How do you plan to pay for your proposed policy initiatives without increasing the tax burden on Nevada families or businesses?

  • If the Legislature sends you a bill that increases taxes, will you veto it?

  • Governor Lombardo has pledged to veto tax increases - do you disagree with that approach?

  • What assurances can you give Nevada taxpayers that their taxes won’t go up if you’re elected?

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