Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 232 - State Departments
Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) Chapter 232 – State Departments establishes administrative rules related to the organization, operations, and responsibilities of state departments in Nevada.
This chapter primarily provides regulations that supplement Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) Chapter 232, which deals with the structure and functions of various state departments, especially those under the Executive Branch.
🔹 Purpose of NAC Chapter 232
NAC Chapter 232 lays out procedural and structural guidance for:
Interdepartmental cooperation
Appointment and duties of department directors
Use of advisory councils
Implementation of public services (e.g., complaint processes, reporting systems)
🔹 Key Sections and Topics
While the regulations in NAC Chapter 232 are limited and often scattered, they generally relate to specific divisions or programs within larger departments. Below are some examples of what may be addressed:
| Section | Topic |
|---|---|
| NAC 232.010 | Definitions used across Chapter 232 |
| NAC 232.100–232.160 | Office for Consumer Health Assistance (OCHA) — regulations on health care complaints, appeals, and patient rights |
| NAC 232.300+ | Advisory Councils and Boards within state departments |
| NAC 232.410+ | Provisions regarding the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and its sub-agencies |
🔹 Examples of Departments Affected by NAC Chapter 232
Department of Health and Human Services
Department of Business and Industry
Department of Administration
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Department of Public Safety
Each department may have its own regulations in other NAC chapters, but Chapter 232 may contain general provisions or shared procedures.
🔹 Related Statutory Authority
NRS Chapter 232 – Governs the organization and structure of executive departments
Provides legal basis for creation of divisions, commissions, and advisory boards
🔸 Highlights
Establishes procedures for complaints, particularly through offices like the Office for Consumer Health Assistance
Details the formation and functions of advisory councils
Enables public transparency and accountability mechanisms across departments
🔹 Administering Entities
Nevada Governor’s Office
Director’s Offices of Each Executive Department
Nevada Secretary of State (for official rule publications)
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