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This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for supporting and regulating agricultural tourism (agritourism) in Nevada. The bill requires the Commission on Tourism to develop a grant program for businesses engaged in or seeking to enter agritourism, with grants aimed at supporting farms, ranches, wineries, breweries, and other agricultural businesses that offer public activities. The State Department of Agriculture is tasked with developing marketing campaigns, providing outreach and support, and employing a dedicated professional to advance agritourism initiatives. The bill defines agritourism as combining agriculture with tourism to attract the public for enjoyment, education, and recreation, explicitly excluding cannabis-related businesses. It also provides liability protections for agritourism operators by requiring prominent warning signs and specific contract language that inform participants of inherent risks associated with agricultural activities. The bill defines these inherent risks as including natural land conditions, animal behavior, and potential participant negligence. Additionally, the legislation authorizes the Director of the Department of Agriculture to issue special use permits that can override local ordinances if they impede agritourism businesses. The bill includes appropriations totaling approximately $271,260 to support these initiatives, with funds allocated to the Commission on Tourism and the State Department of Agriculture to implement the new agritourism program.

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https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/NELIS/REL/83rd2025/Bill/11847/Overview