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Gov. Sisolak announces $155 million in private money to fund construction of long-delayed UNLV
Gov. Sisolak announces $155 million in private money to fund construction of long-delayed UNLV medical school buildingGov. Steve Sisolak announced on Wednesday at least $155 million in private donations that will spur development of a key facility for the nascent UNLV School of Medicine, capping a years-long quest to find the millions needed to build the sprawling medical facility.
That money will be buoyed by another $25 million in matching funds from the state, approved by the Legislature during deliberations in 2017.
Speaking to the media at the state government building in Las Vegas, Sisolak said the money marked a “turning point” for the state.
“This announcement marks a turning point for Nevada in creating a culture of philanthropy that will encourage other individuals and families to contribute to projects and causes that will have positive outcomes for our state,” Sisolak said.
Read more: https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/gov-sisolak-announces-155-million-in-private-money-to-fund-construction-of-long-delayed-unlv-medical-school-building