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As for the U.S.-Mexico border, Amodei said while he thinks the border wall was a good idea, it’s not the solution, but “it wa","detail":"say, just like the people who came before you, ‘I earned this’,” he added. As for the U.S.-Mexico border, Amodei said while he thinks the border wall was a good idea, it’s not the solution, but “it was a piece of the puzzle and it helped.” Minimum wage As a general rule, Amodei said he’s not a fan of suggesting what the minimum wage should be — in part, because those costs can be passed right back to consumers if businesses increase their prices as a result. He called the issue a “big balancing act.” But Amodei expressed support for the phased-in approach Nevada lawmakers took in 2019 when","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/record","source_date":"2026-07-09"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"of June,” Amodei said. 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In my district,","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/record","source_date":"2026-07-09"},{"topic":"Climate","stance":"Amodei said he supports efforts to figure out how to lower the nation’s carbon footprint from fossil fuels, including funneling more money to research and development to “get us farther down that road","detail":"Amodei said he supports efforts to figure out how to lower the nation’s carbon footprint from fossil fuels, including funneling more money to research and development to “get us farther down that road.” By Jackie Valley and Jannelle Calderon Press Releases Mark Amodei: “Thank You, Nevada” November 17, 2022 2022 Endorsements October 21, 2022 U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Mark Amodei for Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District October 21, 2022 Power2Parent Endorses Mark Amodei for Re-Election October 20, 2022 National Federation of Independent Business Recognizes Mark Amodei with the Guardian","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/record","source_date":"2026-07-09"},{"topic":"Gun Control","stance":"the Guardian of Small Business Award October 19, 2022 Mark Amodei Earns an A+ Rating from The Firearm Industry Trade Association October 18, 2022 League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada Candidate Fo","detail":"the Guardian of Small Business Award October 19, 2022 Mark Amodei Earns an A+ Rating from The Firearm Industry Trade Association October 18, 2022 League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada Candidate Forum October 8, 2022 KTVN Face The State: Rep. Mark Amodei, Republican, Nevada’s CD2 October 4, 2022 Recent Comments Archives November 2022 October 2022 June 2022 May 2022 April 2022 March 2022 Categories Amodei for Nevada Uncategorized Meta Log in Entries feed Comments feed WordPress.org Press Releases Mark Amodei: “Thank You, Nevada” November 17, 2022 2022 Endorsements October 21, 2022","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/record","source_date":"2026-07-09"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"in late February. But survey respondents didn’t signal as much willingness to intervene with military personnel: Forty-four percent of those surveyed said the United States should not send American co","detail":"in late February. But survey respondents didn’t signal as much willingness to intervene with military personnel: Forty-four percent of those surveyed said the United States should not send American combat troops into Ukraine to assist, while 30 percent supported sending troops. Another 26 percent said they were unsure or didn’t have an opinion. Abortion As the U.S. Supreme Court mulls a case that could overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade decision — which established the constitutional right to an abortion — states are forging ahead and passing more restrictive abortion laws. When asked","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/record","source_date":"2026-07-09"},{"topic":"Criminal Justice","stance":"good to go,” he cannot vote on it because some of the beneficiaries may have been convicted of crimes, such as domestic violence. “You’ve still got to go through a process that is merit-based and puts","detail":"good to go,” he cannot vote on it because some of the beneficiaries may have been convicted of crimes, such as domestic violence. “You’ve still got to go through a process that is merit-based and puts you in a position where you can say, just like the people who came before you, ‘I earned this’,” he added. As for the U.S.-Mexico border, Amodei said while he thinks the border wall was a good idea, it’s not the solution, but “it was a piece of the puzzle and it helped.” Minimum wage As a general rule, Amodei said he’s not a fan of suggesting what the minimum wage should be — in part,","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/record","source_date":"2026-07-09"},{"topic":"Agriculture","stance":"an open border for the last 14 months, all of those problems have been exacerbated, whether it’s rural Nevada or metropolitan Nevada.” On the federal level, Amodei backed “compromise” immigration legi","detail":"an open border for the last 14 months, all of those problems have been exacerbated, whether it’s rural Nevada or metropolitan Nevada.” On the federal level, Amodei backed “compromise” immigration legislation in 2018 that would have legalized undocumented young people known as DREAMers and given them a path to citizenship. But he said he disagrees with portions of former President Barack Obama’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, and supports “merit-based” immigration , such as the Farm Workforce Modernization Act. In 2021, Amodei voted against a bill that would have provided","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/record","source_date":"2026-07-09"},{"topic":"Abortion","stance":"to a 1990 ballot measure that won approval from nearly two-thirds of Nevada voters and allows for abortions within 24 weeks of pregnancy, which reflects Roe abortion protections before a fetus is viab","detail":"to a 1990 ballot measure that won approval from nearly two-thirds of Nevada voters and allows for abortions within 24 weeks of pregnancy, which reflects Roe abortion protections before a fetus is viable outside the womb. “I’ve been a pro-life person when I’ve had a vote on something that relates to that,” he said. “But when you say, ‘What would you do with Roe v Wade ?’ — it’s like, guess what? Even the federal government can’t come in here because of what Nevada voters have done. And I completely respect that.” Amodei said it’s an example of a decision that should be made closer to home,","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/record","source_date":"2026-07-09"},{"topic":"Housing","stance":"said. During the sit-down interview, Amodei weighed in on everything from rapid inflation and the housing crisis to abortion access and immigration. Below are highlights from the discussion: Elections","detail":"said. During the sit-down interview, Amodei weighed in on everything from rapid inflation and the housing crisis to abortion access and immigration. Below are highlights from the discussion: Elections In the aftermath of the 2020 election, some Republicans have refused to acknowledge that Joe Biden is the United States’ duly elected president. Amodei is not among them. Asked directly whether he considers Biden the president, the congressman said yes. “In the 15 rural counties in Nevada, Donald Trump won by 75,000 votes. In my district, I won by 60,000. In my district, Donald Trump won by","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/record","source_date":"2026-07-09"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Mark Amodei: “Thank You, Nevada”","detail":"Media Contact: Amodei4Nevada02@gmail.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 17, 2022 Mark Amodei: “Thank You, Nevada” CARSON CITY – U.S. Representative Mark E. Amodei (NV-02) today issued the following statement after being re-elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Nevada’s Second Congressional District, and after Republicans secured the House Majority for the 118th Congress: “It has been an interesting two weeks and I am looking forward to getting to work with the Lombardo Administration on the issues most important to Nevadans. In this business, you are only as good as your next election. While once again I am blessed to have won every county in Nevada’s Second Congressional District, it is also a deeply humbling experience to be given this responsibility by Nevada voters. I look forward to being your advocate on your issues in Congress and in the House Majority for the next two years. Thank you, Nevada!” ###","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/mark-amodei-thank-nevada/","source_date":null},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"National Federation of Independent Business Recognizes Mark Amodei with the Guardian of Small Business Award","detail":"CARSON CITY – U.S. Representative Mark Amodei (NV-02) today announced that he was recognized with the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)’s Guardian of Small Business Award , the organization’s most prestigious legislative award. “The NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award is presented to Members of Congress who have proven themselves to be real champions of small business,” said NFIB President and CEO Brad Close. “This Congress, small businesses emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic but faced continued threats of high inflation, workforce shortages, and supply chain disruptions. These NFIB Guardians demonstrated strong support of small businesses on key issues. NFIB is unique in that we only represent small and independent businesses, and our members decide our policy positions. We are proud to recognize the elected officials from the 117 th Congress who earned this distinction by taking pro-small business votes that supported an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program and opposed tax increases, new mandates, increased legal liability, and problematic employment law revisions that would have threatened Main Street’s economic recovery. NFIB commends Rep. Amodei for earning the Guardian of Small Business Award.” “It is an honor to be recognized by the NFIB with the prestigious Guardian of Small Business Award. In Congress, I am committed to sound policy that will help Nevada small businesses grow and thrive,” said Congressman Mark Amodei.   ###","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/national-federation-independent-business-recognizes-mark-amodei-guardian-small-business-award/","source_date":null},{"topic":"Gun Control","stance":"Mark Amodei Earns an A+ Rating from The Firearm Industry Trade Association","detail":"CARSON CITY – U.S. Representative Mark Amodei (NV-02) today announced an A+ rating from The Firearm Industry Trade Association (NSSF), which recently released its 2022 Report Card . “Congressman Amodei is a true friend and ally of the firearm industry and Nevadans when it comes to protecting Second Amendment rights. His leadership on the issues of halting discrimination by ‘woke’ corporate banks against the firearm industry is critical to ensuring firearm businesses are able to access financial services based on credit worthiness. Likewise, his push to hold criminals accountable for burglary and robbery of firearm retailers is much needed at a time when the nation is suffering from rising crime rates. Congressman Amodei’s leadership on legislation for nonprofit organizations to compete for Department of Justice grants to distribute firearm locking devices demonstrates his commitment to safe and responsible firearm ownership, as does his support for legislation to allow lawful concealed carry permit holders to exercise their Second Amendment rights across state lines. Our industry is grateful to Representative Amodei for his commitment to protecting the Second Amendment rights of Nevadans and all Americans and prioritizing firearm safety above politics,” said Lawrence G. Keane, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, NSSF, The Firearm Industry Trade Association. “At a time of continued assault on the Second Amendment by this Administration and Democrats in Congress, I have continued to prioritize protecting the right to keep and bear arms for law-abiding Nevadans. The A+ grade from The Firearm Industry Trade Association is an honor, and I stand firm in my commitment to continuing to defend these rights against partisan political agendas,” said Congressman Mark Amodei. The 2022 grade was based on seven roll call votes, cosponsorship of several bills NSSF supports, and non-cosponsorship of several bills that NSSF opposes, as well as leadership on industry-related is","source_url":"https://amodeifornevada.com/mark-amodei-earns-rating-firearm-industry-trade-association/","source_date":null},{"topic":"Immigration","stance":"On the Record: Congressional incumbent Mark Amodei on elections, abortion, immigration and government spending","detail":"Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV) during an an interview at UNLV in Las Vegas on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. (Tim Lenard/The Nevada Independent) It’s no secret that Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV), the former state lawmaker-turned-federal delegate, was mulling a job closer to his Carson City home last year. But, last November, the six-term congressman put speculation about a run for governor to rest and declared that he would seek re-election to continue representing District 2 in Washington, D.C.. Amodei said the crowded Republican gubernatorial primary and his belief that he can still make a difference in the nation’s capital contributed to his decision. Amodei represents a reliably red district in Northern Nevada, which includes Reno, Carson City and multiple rural counties. He faces a tougher road to re-election this year, though, because of a primary election challenger — Douglas County Commissioner and perennial candidate Danny Tarkanian . Even so, Amodei, who sat down with The Nevada Independent last week for a wide-ranging interview, said he has no regrets about his 2022 decision. The congressman said he would have quit his current elected office to campaign for governor, which he described as a “messy” departure. “It keeps faith with your voters if you fulfill the obligation that you ask them to give you,” he said. Amodei has a significant fundraising advantage over Tarkanian heading into the final stretch of campaigning before the June 14 primary election. But Tarkanian — who made multiple prior unsuccessful bids for Congress while living in Southern Nevada — has tried to paint himself as the more conservative candidate in the race. The incumbent has brushed off criticism that he’s not conservative enough, saying his voting record speaks for itself. “We’ll see what most of the voters think in the middle of June,” Amodei said. 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