From Firehouse to Statehouse: Senator John Steinbeck on Public Safety, Healthcare & Election Reform

On today’s episode of The Middle Ground, host Tom Letizia sits down with Nevada State Senator John Steinbeck, a former fire chief turned lawmaker representing District 18 in Clark County. They dive into Steinbeck’s firsthand experience in emergency response and how it shapes his legislative priorities.Topics include:His “firefighter-first” legislation (SB 170) ensuring cancer screenings for first respondersThe controversy around the “Big Beautiful Bill”, including Democrat claims that it threatens Medicaid coverage for 100,000 NevadansElection integrity and Steinbeck’s push for mail ballot reformHis support for mobile crisis teams through AB 380, and how it fits into his broader public safety agendaThoughts on parental rights, school choice, and balancing access with accountabilitySteinbeck also takes on the lightning round, giving listeners a glimpse into his favorite local spots, leadership style, and priorities for the next session.