In the final days of the 114th Congress, four bipartisan initiatives critical to Nevada’s CD-2 were passed in the House. Achieving just one of these measures before the end of the 114th was considered unlikely, so the fact that all four of these bills have been embraced by House Leadership and their Committees of jurisdiction, and also passed in the House before Congress adjourned is tremendous news for Nevada in itself.
Specifically, Congress has sent to the President’s desk, S. 612, a bill recognizing Lake Tahoe as a national priority and H.R. 875, legislation to streamline international travel at the Reno-Tahoe Airport. Each of these bills is expected to be signed into law. In addition, the House advanced H.R. 6303, which would create a new zip code for residents of Storey County, and a veterans’ affairs bill I introduced, H.R. 4298, to properly recognize a deserving group of veterans who account for nearly ten percent of all Vietnam casualties.
The significance of House-passage is the basis for optimism and quick treatment next year. I thank my colleagues for working hard to champion these Nevada-centric measures through Congress. While there is still much work to be done, I’m especially pleased to be going into 2017 knowing that several priorities important to Nevadans were able to become law. Come January, I plan to hit the ground running, working hard on Nevada’s behalf to move three lands bills requested by Washoe, Douglas, and Pershing Counties, and pass much needed reforms in regards to healthcare, immigration, and the economy.
Click here to learn more about each bill.
Mayor Tedford and his son, Dylan
I enjoyed visiting with Fallon Mayor Ken Tedford and his son Dylan last week. Thanks for stopping by!
Congresswoman Dina Titus
As part of my friendly wager with Congresswoman Dina Titus on the Battle for Nevada football game between the Runnin’ Rebels and the Wolf Pack, it’s tradition the losing Member present the winner with the Freemont Cannon trophy while sporting the winning team's attire. A deal is a deal. Go Pack!
Washington Wrap-Up
Supporting a Deserving Group of Veterans
Last week, I spoke on the House Floor in support of H.R. 4298, a bill I introduced which seeks to properly honor the common sacrifice made by Vietnam helicopter pilots and crew members. This bill passed the House on December 7, 2016.
Click here or on the video below to hear my remarks.
Voting Record:
Percentage of votes made last week – 100%
For more information on what the House accomplished, click
here.
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Helping Nevada Families
I was very proud to see Bob Gastonguay from Team Amodei helping out the Salvation Army in Reno last week to benefit those in need. To find out more about the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign and ways you can help, click here.
