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- ↑ Damon, Anjeanette (December 29, 2014). "Amber Joiner selected to replace Bobzien in Assembly". Reno Gazette-Journal . Retrieved November 29, 2017.
- ↑ "Washoe Commissioners Appoint Amber Joiner to Assembly District 24 Seat". KTVN. December 30, 2014. Retrieved November 29, 2017.
- ↑ Ryan, Cy (November 27, 2017). "Assemblywoman Amber Joiner won't seek re-election". Las Vegas Sun . Retrieved November 29, 2017.
- ↑ Richardson, Seth A. (October 3, 2016). "Your guide to the Northern Nevada legislative elections". Reno Gazette-Journal . Retrieved November 29, 2017.
- ↑ "NV State Assembly 24 2016". Our Campaigns. Retrieved November 29, 2017.