Brad Lee Barnhill

Brad Lee Barnhill

Running for Secretary of State

Independent

Policy Positions

Positions as of July 4, 2026, extracted from source websites.

Climate(3)

Supports investing in solar, wind, and geothermal renewable energy projects to reduce fossil fuel dependence and create jobs in Nevada.

"Nevada has abundant natural resources for renewable energy, including solar, wind, and geothermal. Investing in renewable energy projects can reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, create jobs in construction and maintenance, and position Nevada as a leader in sustainable energy."

Supports investing in advanced small modular nuclear reactors such as Natrium or Thorium reactors as a clean energy source that reduces carbon emissions and creates jobs.

"Funding our state's engineering schools to research innovative technologies, such as small Natrium or Thorium reactors, can position Nevada as a leader in clean energy. These advanced nuclear technologies offer a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional reactors, providing a reliable energy source while reducing carbon emissions."

Supports reducing dependence on fossil fuels through investment in renewable energy alternatives.

"Investing in renewable energy projects can reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, create jobs in construction and maintenance, and position Nevada as a leader in sustainable energy."

Economy(5)

Supports providing grants, low-interest loans, and simplified regulations to help small businesses thrive and create jobs.

"By providing support through grants, low-interest loans, and simplified regulations, we can help small businesses thrive. Encouraging entrepreneurship and providing resources for business development will lead to job creation and economic stability, particularly in underserved communities."

Supports promoting industrial hemp cultivation and processing as a means to drive growth in agriculture, manufacturing, and technology sectors.

"Industrial hemp presents a significant opportunity for economic diversification. With its versatile applications in textiles, construction, biofuels, and more, hemp can drive growth in agriculture, manufacturing, and technology sectors. Supporting policies that encourage the cultivation, processing, and marketing of industrial hemp will open new avenues for farmers, entrepreneurs, and businesses."

Supports offering tax incentives for tech startups to attract technology companies and foster innovation.

"This includes offering tax incentives for tech startups, investing in digital infrastructure, and supporting incubators and accelerators."

Argues that illegal immigration harms American workers by driving down wages, framing it as a worker protection issue.

"And all these millions of illegal aliens are holding down wages for working Americans. Progressives want to keep Americans poor and dependent on the government."

Mentions that illegal immigration suppresses wages for working Americans but does not state a specific minimum wage policy position.

"And all these millions of illegal aliens are holding down wages for working Americans."

Education(1)

Supports investing in state engineering schools to research innovative technologies as a driver of economic growth and job creation.

"Funding our state's engineering schools to research innovative technologies, such as small Natrium or Thorium reactors, can position Nevada as a leader in clean energy."

Immigration(3)

Strongly opposes the current administration's border policies, characterizing them as 'open borders' that have allowed millions of illegal immigrants into the country.

"Thanks to the current Administration's open borders, Nevadans are paying more for housing and food, and now they are paying for housing and food for 428K illegal aliens."

Opposes current asylum and entry policies that allowed migrants to enter via CBP One app and other pathways, citing criminal incidents involving admitted migrants.

"Alvarez should have never been allowed into our country."

Implicitly supports stricter enforcement against illegal immigration, framing undocumented immigrants as a burden on Nevada's economy and public resources.

"Join Your Independent Voice in reducing the effect of illegal aliens on Nevada's economy by getting involved in our campaign."