Travel COVID-19 shutdown pay for employees of Las Vegas’ The Venetian extended to May 17: CEO April 23, 2020Ed Komenda, Reno Gazette JournalComments Off on COVID-19 shutdown pay for employees of Las Vegas’ The Venetian extended to May 17: CEO While it remains unclear when the Strip will be able to re-open, Las Vegas Sands will continue to pay employees through the shutdown.