News Releases

Amodei votes to ÔKeep the IRS Off Your Health Care'

August 2, 2013

Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) today voted in favor of H.R. 2009, Keep the IRS Off Your Health Care Act, which would prevent the Internal Revenue Service from enforcing or implementing any component of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

Reid, Heller, Amodei meet with Interior officials to highlight impact of sage grouse endangered species listing

August 1, 2013

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Senators Harry Reid and Dean Heller and Representative Mark Amodei today met with top officials from the U.S. Department of the Interior to discuss actions that can be taken to help prevent the Endangered Species Act (ESA) listing of the sage grouse.

Amodei votes to delay ObamaCare individual mandate

July 17, 2013

Press Release

Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) today voted to extend basic fairness to all Americans by delaying implementation of the Affordable Care Act individual mandate, which will require Americans to buy health insurance or face fines.

Amodei criticizes BLM move to withdraw land for President's agenda

July 9, 2013

Press Release

Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) today criticized the Obama Administration's unilateral decision to withdraw 303,900 acres in six western states, including 60,395 acres in Nevada, from new mining claims in favor of solar energy development.

Amodei statement on Congressman Steven Horsford's surgery

July 3, 2013

Press Release

I was dismayed to learn of my friend and colleague's unexpected medical procedure. My thoughts are with Steven and his family for a speedy recovery. I look forward to his return to work so we can together continue to serve the interests of Nevada.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brian Baluta, 202-225-6155

WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) today issued the following statement after learning of Congressman Steven Horsford's (NV-4) recent surgery:

“I was dismayed to learn of my friend and colleague’s unexpected medical procedure. My thoughts are with Steven and his family for a speedy recovery. I look forward to his return to work so we can together continue to serve the interests of the Silver State in the U.S. House.”

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Amodei urges Senate to prevent student loan rates from doubling

June 28, 2013

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Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) today urged the Senate to take action to prevent student loan rates from doubling on millions of borrowers. The House passed H.R. 1911, the Smarter Solutions for Students Act, to stop the rate hike more than a month ago.

Amodei introduces Nevada Native Nations Lands Act

June 26, 2013

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Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) today announced the introduction of H.R. 2455, the Nevada Native Nations Lands Act, which includes seven tribal lands measures, as well as a smaller purchase by the City of Elko.

Amodei media availability to follow immigration roundtable

June 20, 2013

Press Release

Following an immigration roundtable discussion, Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) will hold a media availability at 10:00 a.m. PT on Friday, June 21, 2013, at The Chamber, 449 S. Virginia Street, Reno.

Amodei speech on U.S. House floor in memory of Barbara Vucanovich (VIDEO)

June 11, 2013

Press Release

Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) today made the following speech on the floor of the U.S. House in memory of former U.S. Representative Barbara F. Vucanovich.

Amodei statement on passing of former U.S. Representative Barbara F. Vucanovich

June 10, 2013

Press Release

As the first person to hold Nevada's Second Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, Barbara set the standard for effective public service with humility.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brian Baluta, 202-225-6155

June 10, 2013

WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-2) today issued the following statement regarding the passing of former U.S. Representative Barbara F. Vucanovich:

“As the first person to hold Nevada's Second Congressional District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, Barbara set the standard for effective public service with humility. Nevadans have never been better represented than when Barbara Vucanovich was their Congresswoman. She was a true Nevadan and public servant. Her contributions to the Silver State are a lasting legacy. My sincere condolences to her family.”

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