Tonya Laney has been the Director of the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles since March 2024. Prior to that, she served as the agency’s second-in-command since November 2021. During her time with the DMV, Laney has overseen the day-to-day operations of the agency’s 18 field offices and worked to build three new field offices. Prior to her time in state service, Laney established herself as a human resources professional working for larger businesses in the Reno/Carson City area.