On the recordSeptember 6, 2011
I was saddened to hear just a few minutes ago of a senseless act of violence committed in our capital, Carson City, NV. It happened at a restaurant. There are few details of what happened and what led to this tragedy that occurred just a few minutes ago, but according to early reports three people are now dead and six others have been wounded by a single gunman. So I extend my deepest sympathies to all of those who have been affected. The victims and their families are in my thoughts and will be every day, and certainly they have been during the last several minutes. I am disturbed to hear that two of the victims were serving this Nation proudly as part of the Nevada National Guard. I commend the brave first responders who rushed to the scene for their professionalism. Carson City is a wonderful place. I have spent time there through three legislative sessions. There are the beautiful Sierra, NV, mountains. It is a peaceful, quiet place; and to have something such as this happen is very difficult to accept. I note the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will call the roll. The bill clerk proceeded to call the roll.
