Mark E. Amodei
U.S. House · NV-2 · Republicans · since 2025
alsoCandidate for U.S. House · NV-2
Biography
Overview
Mark Amodei is a Republican U.S. Representative from Nevada's 2nd district, serving since 2011. A lawyer and former Nevada state legislator, Amodei previously served in the Nevada Assembly (1997-1999) and Nevada Senate (1999-2011). He is the dean of Nevada's congressional delegation and a member of the moderate Republican Governance Group. In February 2026, Amodei announced he would not seek re-election.
Career
In the Nevada Legislature, Amodei was named Outstanding Freshman Legislator in 1997, served as Senate president pro tempore (2003-2008), and supported pragmatic positions including tax increases and expanded collective bargaining rights. In Congress, he has focused on Nevada land conservation, veterans' benefits, and airport infrastructure. Amodei broke ranks as the first House Republican calling for an impeachment inquiry in 2019 and has repeatedly opposed party hardline positions on deportations and tariffs. However, he has also drawn criticism for not holding open town halls since 2017 and for a 2025 amendment to sell or exchange Nevada public lands that drew rebuke from environmental groups and tribal governments.
Prior political experience
Amodei was first elected to Congress in a September 2011 special election, defeating Democrat Kate Marshall 58%-36%. He has won every subsequent general election by consistent margins: 2012 (58%-36%), 2014 (65.8%-27.9%), 2016 (58.3%-36.9%), 2018 (58.2%-41.8%), 2020 (56.5%-40.7%), 2022 (59.7%-37.8% after winning the primary with 54.9% against four challengers), and 2024 (55% against independent candidate Greg Kidd after winning the primary with 64%). He won every county in his district in the 2011 special election.
Biographical material adapted from the Wikipedia article (retrieved April 29, 2026), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Ideology
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| Term | Seat | Term dates | Termination | Predecessor | Successor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8th | U.S. House NV-2 | 2025–present | In progress | Mark E. Amodei | — |
| 7th | U.S. House NV-2 | 2023–2025 | Term ended | Mark E. Amodei | Mark E. Amodei |
| 6th | U.S. House NV-2 | 2021–2023 | Term ended | Mark E. Amodei | Mark E. Amodei |
| 5th | U.S. House NV-2 | 2019–2021 | Term ended | Mark E. Amodei | Mark E. Amodei |
| 4th | U.S. House NV-2 | 2017–2019 | Term ended | Mark E. Amodei | Mark E. Amodei |
| 3rd | U.S. House NV-2 | 2015–2017 | Term ended | Mark E. Amodei | Mark E. Amodei |
| 2nd | U.S. House NV-2 | 2013–2015 | Term ended | Mark E. Amodei | Mark E. Amodei |
| 1st | U.S. House NV-2 | 2011–2013 | Term ended | — | Mark E. Amodei |
Committee assignments
- Homeland SecurityHouseChair· 2025–present
- Interior, Environment, and Related AgenciesHouse· 2025–present
- Financial Services and General GovernmentHouse· 2025–present
- Oversight and InvestigationsHouse· 2025–present
- Federal LandsHouse· 2025–present
- House· 2025–present
- House· 2025–present
Current term legislation
Bills sponsored this term8
- H.R. 7276
To impose a 30 percent duty on sheep products and lamb products from Australia or New Zealand.
Jan 30, 2026IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 4213
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026
Jun 26, 2025INTRODUCED - H.R. 3746
Rebuilding America’s Airport Infrastructure Act
Jun 5, 2025IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 2317
Northern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act of 2025
Mar 25, 2025IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 1400
To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range for purposes of the treatment of certain disabilities under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
Feb 18, 2025IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 1399
Prior Approval Reform Act
Feb 18, 2025IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 1366
Mining Regulatory Clarity Act
Feb 14, 2025INTRODUCED - H.R. 1278
Coin Metal Modification Authorization and Cost Savings Act of 2025
Feb 13, 2025IN_COMMITTEE
Bills cosponsored this term10
- H.R. 8300
Swalwell Act
Apr 15, 2026IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 8132
Bonneville Power Leadership Recruitment Act
Mar 27, 2026IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 7678
Gun Owner Registration Information Protection Act
Feb 25, 2026IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 7568
Hot Rock Act
Feb 13, 2026IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 7391
Community Health Center Drug Pricing Protection Act
Feb 5, 2026IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 7048
Unsubscribe Act of 2025
Jan 13, 2026IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 6917
To take certain land into trust for the benefit of the Las Vegas Tribe of Paiute Indians.
Dec 19, 2025IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 6062
To transfer administrative jurisdiction over certain parcels of federal land in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and for other purposes.
Nov 17, 2025IN_COMMITTEE - H.R. 5616
$2.50 for America’s 250th Act
Sep 30, 2025INTRODUCED - H.R. 5519
Welles Remy Crowther Congressional Gold Medal Act
Sep 19, 2025IN_COMMITTEE
Elections
| Year | Seat | Result | Vote share | Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | Pending | — | — |