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Nevada Senate unanimously passes bill allowing social workers to witness adoption consent
Summary
The Nevada Senate passed Senate Bill 4 on the general file by a 20-0 vote, adding social workers to the list of individuals authorized to witness consent to a child's adoption; the bill becomes effective July 1, 2025.
The Nevada State Senate passed Senate Bill 4 on the general file, 20-0, adding social workers to the list of individuals who may act as an authorized witness to consent for the adoption of a child.
Senator Oranchal spoke on the floor to explain the change, saying the bill "adds social workers to the list of individuals who may act as an authorized witness to consent regarding the adoption of a child." The bill text included an effective date of July 1, 2025.
Supporters said the change would broaden the range of qualified witnesses who can provide oversight and support in adoption cases. No floor amendments were offered and no senators recorded a dissenting vote. After the roll was closed, the secretary announced "The yes's are 20, the no's are 0," and the presiding officer declared the bill passed and ordered to the Assembly.
SB4 now moves to the Assembly for consideration under its constitutional process. The bill summary in the file indicates the enactment date is July 1, 2025; no other funding or implementation provisions were stated on the floor.
