Washington, D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives passed a third package of two full-year FY26 appropriations bills, including Financial Services and General Government, and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs.
 
“Chairman Cole is leading an effort many doubted was possible and one that has not been accomplished in some time: restoring regular order in the appropriations process. With the passage of today’s third minibus, the House has now advanced more than half of the twelve appropriations bills required to reach the finish line. Each of these bills has been finalized through good-faith negotiations in both chambers and on both sides of the aisle.
 
“This two-bill package protects Americans by combating illicit drugs entering our country, promotes stability by focusing resources on allies that advance U.S. interests, and enhances accountability by preventing adversaries from exploiting U.S. assistance. It also modernizes government operations by reining in a weaponized IRS, bolsters economic growth by supporting entrepreneurship and small business development, and counters malign cyberattacks by strengthening technology defenses.
 
“Not only is this a fiscally responsible package that cuts billions in spending, it demonstrates a stronger approach to governing that delivers cost-saving results for taxpayers.”
 
You can find the bill text here.

Washington, D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives took another meaningful step toward restoring regular order by advancing the bipartisan, conferenced Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026.
 
Rep. Amodei was able to secure $17.8 million for 10 locally driven projects across Northern Nevada in this minibus.
 
“This bipartisan, bicameral funding package reflects the diligent work of Appropriators to keep progress moving forward and prevent chaos from derailing our responsibilities. With a few bills still to finalize, the passage of three additional Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills sets the year off on strong footing and moves us closer to our goal of restoring regular order.
 
“This package focuses on priorities that matter to Americans nationwide. It invests in public safety, supports access to affordable and reliable energy, strengthens deterrence against foreign adversaries, ensures National Parks remain open and accessible, responsibly stewards taxpayer dollars, fully funds programs families and communities rely on, and much more.
 
“Also included is funding for 10 essential projects across Northern Nevada. I’m grateful to the subcommittee chairs for their thoughtful consideration and for recognizing the value these investments will bring to improve the lives of Nevadans in CD-2.”
 
FY26 Community Project Funding Awardees 
Included in Interior and Environment:
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Recipient: Reno-Sparks Indian Colony
Amount: $2,224,000
Project Name: Hungry Valley Water Pipeline Installation
 
Recipient: Gardnerville Ranchos General Improvement District
Amount: $2,000,000
Project Name: Gardnerville Ranchos South District Pipeline Replacement
 
Recipient: City of Fernley
Amount: $2,000,000
Project Name: Fernley Water Treatment Plant
 
Recipient: City of Elko
Amount: $2,000,000
Project Name: City of Elko Water Storage Tank
 
Recipient: Lyon County
Amount: $1,938,000
Project Name: Dayton Sewer Main and Manhole Rehabilitation Project
 
Recipient: City of West Wendover
Amount: $2,000,000
Project Name: Water Transmission System PCCP Pipeline Replacement Project
 
TOTAL INTERIOR PROJECT FUNDING: $12,162,000
Included Commerce, Justice, Science:
 
Recipient: City of Reno
Amount: $1,200,000
Project Name: Reno Police Department’s Real Time Information Center
 
Recipient: Douglas County
Amount: $400,000
Project Name: Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Mobile Command Center
 
Recipient: City of Fallon
Amount: $1,000,000
Project Name: Fallon Police Department Dispatch and Emergency Response Communication Network and Records Management System 
 
Recipient: Washoe County
Amount: $3,000,000
Project Name: Northern Nevada Mobile Intelligence Response Vehicle
 
TOTAL CJS PROJECT FUNDING: $5,600,000
Background: 

• By moving these next three bills forward, this measure keeps the Committee on track to complete all 12 FY26 appropriations bills.
• Gone are the days of bloated, backroom omnibuses. Thanks to Republican governance, funding decisions will move through a deliberate, member-driven process that emphasizes transparency, accountability, and timely consideration.
• Differences between the House and Senate versions of the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies; Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies; and Interior, Environment and Related Agencies appropriations bills were reconciled through bipartisan, bicameral negotiations led by House and Senate appropriators.
• The package contains no poison pills.
• This package is part of an agreement that keeps total FY26 spending below the level projected under the current continuing resolution, delivering real savings for American taxpayers.

Text of the three-bill package is available here.

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Mark Amodei released the following statement after celebrating the annual Capitol Christmas Tree lighting.

This year’s tree was selected from the Carson Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, marking the first time Nevada has been represented in this tradition. 

“Watching a tree, grown in the heart of Nevada’s Second Congressional District, light up the West Lawn of the Capitol stands as one of the most memorable and meaningful moments of my service in Congress,” said Rep. Mark Amodei. “Nevadans know the beauty of our state, and this year, for the first time since this tradition began, that beauty was shared with the nation.

“I’d like to extend a special thank you to everyone who was involved, from the selection of the tree to its careful journey to Washington, D.C. This was a proud day for Nevada, and I was honored to be part of it.”

 


 


 


 

Dear Friend,
The longest federal government shutdown in American history has finally ended. The fallout: flights were delayed or canceled, families turned to food banks to put meals on the table, and countless federal employees worked without seeing their paychecks hit their accounts. And it makes you wonder: what was all of this really about? 

For starters, it should be noted that the only two people in the Nevada Congressional delegation who voted to keep the government open at every chance they had were Senator Cortez Masto and myself. Meanwhile, House Democrats voted to shut down the government 62 days ago on September 19, and Senate Democrats voted 15 times until November 10 to keep the government shut down. In all, this will go down as the longest shutdown in the history of the United States at 43 days. 

Throughout that time, my offices both in Reno and Washington have remained open and my staff and I continued working. Now that the government has reopened, we expect for agency cooperation with our constituent services to resume at full force.

However, the impacts of the Democrat-led shutdown can’t be overlooked. Even with the government now reopened, air travel disruptions continue from the forced flight cancelations, and air traffic controllers and TSA agents are still returning to work. We expect all impacted federal employees to be fully caught up on their backpay this week, but that doesn’t diminish the strains felt over the last six weeks.  

We have learned over the years that shutdowns are expensive, and the U.S. GDP is now expected to shrink 0.8% for this quarter, with roughly $55 billion in lost output to the economy. In Nevada alone, the impact is estimated at $606 million in lost gross state product per month, with consumer spending falling by about $224 million monthly due to lost wages. 

So, have we finally learned our lesson now that shutdowns don’t produce anything except proving chaos is wildly expensive, disruptive, and should never be used again as a political weapon? Every chance I have to vote against shutting down the government, I will take.

 
SHUTDOWN CULPRIT:
THE HEALTHCARE RED HERRING

 As of 2025, Nevada has 3.2 million residents, yet just over 3% (95,700 people) receive Affordable Care Act premium tax credits. Prior to 2021, ACA tax credit eligibility was generally restricted to households with incomes between 100% and 400% of the federal poverty level (FPL).

During the pandemic, enhanced premium tax credits were introduced, expanding eligibility to households above the original threshold. Specifically, it removed the 400% FPL income cap and reduced the percentage of income individuals must pay for coverage, ensuring no one pays more than 8.5% of their income and providing larger subsidies across all income levels. At the time, it made sense because an unprecedented health crisis demanded extraordinary measures. But now it’s 2025, the pandemic is over, yet these emergency subsidies continue, often reaching people who rarely use their coverage or don’t even know they have it.

This administration came into office promising to tackle waste, fraud, and abuse, an effort that shouldn’t be controversial, but rather a bipartisan commitment to accountability and a more efficient government.
Since the enhanced credits were introduced, ACA marketplace enrollment has more than doubled from 11.4 million in 2021 to 24.3 million in 2025. As a result, federal spending on these subsidies jumped $27 billion, from $71 billion to $98 billion. Yet only about half of enrollees actually use their coverage. The rest, an estimated 12 million phantom enrollees, remain on the rolls because of automatic renewals, outdated data, or confusion about their plans.

It’s important to highlight that insurance companies are the main beneficiaries of this system. They collect federal payments for every name on the books, whether anyone actually uses the coverage, giving them little incentive to fix a problem they profit from.

And yet, Democrat leadership shut down the government over tax credits they created and unilaterally set to expire, making the crisis entirely of their own making.

Originally, the enhanced credits were intended to help lower-income families. During the pandemic, the income requirement was temporarily removed to address widespread uncertainty. Today, however, most beneficiaries are not lower-income households. The Congressional Budget Office estimates making these subsidies permanent would cost over $400 billion over the next decade, but the majority of this spending flows to high-income households who would have purchased insurance anyway. Meanwhile, the low-income families these subsidies were meant to protect see little change because their premiums were already heavily subsidized.

So here we are, nearly six years later, and a completely partisan healthcare plan with almost no bipartisan input that not a single Republican supported is still failing, no matter how much money is thrown at it. 
Lowering healthcare costs should be a priority, but throwing money at a broken system will not fix it. If we truly want to help those this program was created to protect, we must confront inflated enrollment numbers and hold insurance companies accountable for get-rich-quick schemes.
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At the end of the day, no amount of subsidies can save a system being exploited and diluted from its original intention. What it all boils down to is bad policy gaslighting at an unprecedented level and another thinly veiled attempt by Democrats to nationalize healthcare, all while asking taxpayers to foot the bill. No thank you.

Dear Friend,

The House Appropriations Committee fulfilled our constitutional duty to pass all 12 funding bills to be considered on the House floor. Unfortunately, the process was deliberately stalled leaving little wiggle room to complete the process before the September 30th funding deadline. 
The Senate failed to pass the continuing resolution approved by the House on September 19. As a result, the deadline has passed and the federal government is now officially shut down. My offices will remain open during normal business hours if you are in need of assistance. 

 HOW WILL THE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN AFFECT DIFFERENT AGENCIES?
 
First, what is a lapse in appropriations? A “lapse in appropriations” occurs when there are no appropriated funds to pay for an agency or program, as a result of no enacted appropriations law providing those funds. The Constitution requires that no money leave the Treasury except as a consequence of an appropriation.
According to the White House, in accordance with Circular A-11, agency contingency plans for a lapse in appropriations are hosted solely on each agency’s website.

 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
 
When will the shutdown go into effect? 
Because Congress failed to pass a short-term funding bill to give more time for negotiations on FY26 appropriations, the federal government shut down at midnight on September 30.

Which federal employees continue to work?
During the event of a government shutdown, agencies must classify their employees as “essential” or “nonessential”. Those classified as “essential” will continue working throughout the government shutdown, receiving pay at the first of the month for the preceding month. Click here for more information regarding shutdown furloughs.
 
Will furloughed federal employees receive back pay in the event of a government shutdown?
Before 2019, federal employees who were furloughed during a funding gap were not entitled to retro-active pay unless language within the subsequent spending authority provided for such payments. The Government Employee Fair Treatment Act of 2019, 31 U.S.C. §1341, now statutorily requires retroactive pay for furloughed and essential employees following the end of a lapse in government funding. The exact timeframe for retro-active payment will depend on the length of the lapse in government funding and start date of the enacted continuing resolution or appropriations bill. The normal payroll cycle may be disrupted by a lapse in appropriations and checks may be issued at irregular times.

Will I continue to receive my Social Security, Social Security Insurance (SSI), and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) checks?
Yes. Social Security checks will continue to be mailed out.

What happens to Medicaid and Medicare?
Medicare and Medicaid will be unaffected and operate normally under a shutdown.

Will Veterans’ Hospitals remain open?
Yes. Veteran health care is not impacted. VA Medical Centers, Outpatient Clinics, and Vet Centers will be open. Click here for the Department of Veterans Affairs contingency plan. 

Will I continue to receive my mail?
Yes. United States Postal Service operations will not be impacted. 

Will National Parks be open?
Effective immediately in the event of a lapse in appropriations, the National Park Service will take all necessary steps to suspend all activities and secure national park facilities that operate using appropriations that would lapse, except for those that are essential to respond to emergencies involving the safety of human life or the protection of property. Click here for the Department of Interior’s contingency plan.
 
What will happen to the Department of Defense and active duty military?
The DoD and active duty military will be unaffected in the event of a government shutdown.  

 LOOKING AHEAD

As I’ve said before, I do not find government shutdowns to be an effective or responsible tool for negotiation – especially when it comes to providing critical funding for the programs and agencies Americans rely on. 
That’s why I’ve done everything possible to keep our government open and operational. I voted in favor of H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026, a clean, short-term continuing resolution that would have prevented a shutdown. The bill extended the September 30 funding deadline to November 21, 2025, maintained current Fiscal Year 2025 funding levels, and allowed more time for the Appropriations process to restore regular order and complete work on Fiscal Year 2026 funding bills. 
Unfortunately, Senate Democrats rejected this measure, allowing the shot clock to expire. To be clear, this CR was only a seven-week extension. Yet my colleagues across the aisle insisted on adding an additional $1.5 trillion in new taxpayer funded spending, or else it was a dealbreaker. That kind of approach is reckless.
I share the goal of tackling rising healthcare costs, but clinging to a one-path solution as leverage to justify shutting down the government does nothing to address the problem. History shows shutdowns have the opposite effect – raising costs for taxpayers and leaving families and workers to face greater uncertainty.
We need to return to commonsense, good-faith negotiations that prioritize fiscal responsibility and a government that is effective, sustainable, and serves the American people today and for generations to come.
As always, I will keep you updated on new developments. My hope is that we can put aside our differences, fulfill our constitutional responsibilities, and quickly restore operations for the millions of Americans who rely on these essential government services.

 
KEEP IN TOUCH
 
Thank you for subscribing to the Amodei Report. I look forward to continuing to keep you up to date on the issues you care about most.
For additional information, please call my Washington office: (202) 225-6155, or Reno office: (775) 686-5760, or visit my website at Amodei.house.gov.
 

Washington, D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026. This clean, short-term continuing resolution prevents a shutdown by extending the September 30 funding deadline to November 21, 2025, keeping funding at current Fiscal Year 2025 levels and giving the appropriations process more time to restore regular order and preserve progress on Fiscal Year 2026 funding bills.
 
“I’m glad to see that our conference has strayed from the idea that government shutdowns achieve anything other than proving chaos is expensive,” said Rep. Mark Amodei. “On the Appropriations Committee, we’ve made real progress restoring regular order by passing all 12 funding bills out of committee, and this short-term funding extension gives us the time we need to finish the job with the Senate. As a reminder, shutdowns cost more, disrupt programs constituents rely on, stall economic growth, threaten national security, and in the end accomplish nothing at all. Under Article I, Congress has a basic duty to keep the lights on, and it’s my hope our Senate counterparts keep that in mind as they prepare to cast their votes next.”
 
Background
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The House Appropriations Committee has successfully advanced all 12 appropriations bills out of committee and the House has passed three of those bills on the floor. Additionally, the House has already moved to conference with the Senate on the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Acts, 2026. This marks the first time since Fiscal Year 2019 that regular appropriations bills are advancing to conference, demonstrating real progress in restoring regular order. 

 
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Dear Friend,

We wrapped up a very successful and productive August District Work Period, and this week I headed back to Washington for an anticipated full sprint through the end of the year.

Here’s a quick look at a few things we have been up to and what is ahead, most notably starting with our push to keep the government’s lights on to avert a shutdown.

 
PULSE ON CAPITOL HILL

PUSHING THROUGH THE APPROPRIATIONS PROCESS

Déjà vu? September 30th marks the deadline to pass funding for Fiscal Year 2026 and keep the government running. While the Appropriations Committee has been moving forward, efforts have been deliberately stalled by our colleagues from across the aisle, but we are finishing strong and fast.

So far, we have advanced 10 of the 12 appropriations bills out of committee. That includes the Homeland Security bill, where I serve as subcommittee chair, and three of these bills have already passed on the House floor. Unfortunately, it’s becoming increasingly likely that we will need a continuing resolution to prevent a shutdown rather than passing all 12 bills in time.

Every American would feel the impact of a government shutdown, disrupting critical services, slowing economic growth, and weakening our national security and military readiness. Preventing that outcome is our top priority, and I will continue keeping you updated as this process unfolds.

MOVEMENT ON THE MINING REGULATORY CLARITY ACT

The Rosemont Decision disrupted decades of mining precedent vital to Nevada’s economy and our national security.

The Mining Regulatory Clarity Act restores the long-standing standard, giving land managers certainty to advance responsible U.S. mining operations and end our reliance on adversaries for critical minerals.

Let’s get it signed into law to secure a clear, reliable path forward for American mining.

Watch my remarks here. 

TAX ON TIPS JOBS LIST

This week, the Treasury Department released a list of 68 jobs eligible for tax deductions on tipped and overtime earnings under the Working Families Tax Cut, passed by Congress and signed into law just before heading into August.

This is a major win for hard-working Nevadans across all industries. From bartenders and dealers to concierges and rideshare drivers, many will now return home with more money in their pockets.

Read more information here. 

AUGUST RECESS RECAP

 
2025 U.S. CAPITOL CHRISTMAS TREE

In case you have not heard: The 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree will come directly from Nevada’s Second Congressional District, specifically, the Carson Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime honor for our state to be featured in one of our nation’s most cherished holiday traditions. There will be many opportunities for Nevadans to participate in these celebrations as the tree begins its journey to Washington, D.C., and I look forward to seeing communities across the state come together to celebrate this momentous occasion.

Stay updated on news and events here.

TOURING KRAUS HAMADANI AEROSPACE

 I had the opportunity to tour Kraus Hamdani Aerospace’s manufacturing and testing hub here in Reno to see their advanced AI-powered unmanned aircraft in action. KHA’s innovative technology has already proven to be a valuable asset across every branch of the Department of Defense, and their recent recognition through the Pentagon’s Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) program is helping bring these capabilities to the next level. They have a number of exciting innovations in the pipeline, and I look forward to seeing more of their work come to fruition.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TAX ROUNDTABLE

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce put together a great event that brought together some familiar faces for a Tax Roundtable in Carson City. It was great to reconnect and discuss how the Working Families Tax Cut Plan’s pro-growth tax reform will drive economic momentum for small businesses and working families across NV-02.

ATTENDING THE DEDICATION OF GUINN SUMMIT
 
I had the honor of attending the dedication of Guinn Summit in honor of the late Kenny Guinn, Nevada’s 27th Governor. Governor Guinn was a highly respected and experienced leader who devoted his life to serving our state. Nevada is better because of him, and it was a privilege to pay tribute to his legacy.

JOINING NEVADA NEWSMAKERS WITH SAM SHAD
 
Always a pleasure joining Nevada Newsmakers and catching up with my friend, Sam Shad. In this episode, we covered a wide range of topics from national to Nevada specific issues.
Watch the episode here.

 STAY TUNED

There is no shortage of work here in Washington, and I remain committed to ensuring the voices of Nevada’s Second Congressional District are heard. Stay tuned as we head into an action-packed legislative season.

 
KEEP IN TOUCH

 As always, thank you for subscribing to the Amodei Report. I look forward to continuing to keep you up to date on the issues you care about most. For additional information, please call my Washington office: (202) 225-6155, Reno office: (775) 686-5760, or visit my website at Amodei.house.gov.

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​Some may refer to the August District Work Period as a vacation for members of Congress. However, in my case, it is my opportunity to get out and speak directly with constituents, organizations, and businesses on how I can best serve them when I return to Washington.

 ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL LAW

In the first six months of the 119th Congress, Republicans, backed by strong leadership in the White House, have unified to deliver win after win for the American people. Most recently, we sent the One Big Beautiful Bill to President Trump’s desk, which has now been signed into law.

This unprecedented piece of legislation delivers real relief to our communities and codifies 28 of President Trump’s executive orders outlined in his America First agenda. There are too many wins in this bill to cram into one newsletter, so be on the lookout because I’ll be breaking it down throughout August.

While this is a major step forward, our work is far from done. I remain focused on delivering for Nevada, and I look forward to hitting the ground running when Congress reconvenes.

 GOVERNMENT FUNDING
 
The House Appropriations Committee is moving at a determined and aggressive pace to advance all 12 Fiscal Year 2026 spending bills before the September 30th deadline, when the new fiscal year begins. So far, we’ve passed nine bills through the full committee, including the Homeland Security bill, which I have the honor of chairing, and two have already cleared the House floor and are now under consideration in the Senate.

Each of these bills reflects our commitment to funding the safety, security, and continued success of our nation. Article I of the Constitution gives Congress the power of the purse, and our committee takes that responsibility seriously.

Our colleagues on the other side of the aisle have not made this process easy. However, I remain confident we can come together to avoid a government shutdown and ensure the agencies and programs Americans rely on are funded without interruption.


NATIONAL SECURITY

 In June of 2024, under President Biden’s authority, 27,766 illegal aliens were released into the U.S., with no proper background checks or approval process. A year later, under President Trump’s watch, zero illegal aliens were released into the U.S. in May and June.

Border Security is arguably the number one issue Americans wanted addressed by President Trump, and he has faithfully kept his promise to restore law and order and prioritize safety in our communities.

Read my joint Op-Ed with House Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain on our work to build on the One Big Beautiful Bill to strengthen national security here. 

 
NATURAL RESOURCES

 While my land proposal to support growing communities in Nevada wasn’t ultimately included in the larger One Big Beautiful Bill, our work is far from over. I remain hopeful that when Congress returns in September, we’ll see meaningful progress through regular order to advance a balanced approach to land sales.

In the meantime, there’s much to celebrate. The House Natural Resources Committee has been leading the charge this Congress to unleash American energy, roll back harmful Biden-era regulations, streamline permitting, tap into our nation’s vast natural resources, and save taxpayers millions
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The committee's work is just getting started, so stay tuned for all that is to come when we return. 

 ECONOMY
 
Before Liberation Day, markets were jittery and media outlets were warning of an economic collapse. But the doomsday predictions were dead wrong. As The Wall Street Journal recently put it, the U.S. economy is “regaining its swagger.”

Here are a few highlights, courtesy of the White House:

• Core inflation beat market expectations for the fifth straight month — every full month since President Trump took office.
• Customs and tariff revenues have totaled $120 billion since President Trump took office — topping $100 billion in a fiscal year for the first time ever — including $7 billion in the last week alone, fueling the first June budget surplus in nearly a decade.
• Manufacturing output has surged by 1.8% in the first five months of President Trump’s second term, compared to a -0.7% decline in the final five months preceding President Trump’s inauguration.
• Housing starts and permits for new builds both increased in June above market expectations.
• The U.S. economy has now added a net of 671,000 jobs since January 2025, with jobs numbers beating expectations four months in a row. Native-born workers have accounted for all job gains, with native-born employment increasing 2,079,000 while foreign-born employment has fallen 543,000.
• Summer gas prices reached their lowest point since 2021, and, inflation-adjusted, are near a 20-year low.

 I’ve said from the beginning: with sensitive and often unpredictable markets, patience is key. The President’s policies are delivering real results for Nevada and across the country. 

 
WRAP UP
 
I look forward to being back in our beautiful district, and out of mugginess on the East Coast. If our paths don’t cross while I’m home this month, please remember that my staff in both our Reno and Washington, D.C. offices are here to help. Whether you need assistance with a federal agency, have questions about government programs, or want to learn more about my work in Congress, don’t hesitate to reach out using the contact information below.

 KEEP IN TOUCH

 As always, thank you for subscribing to the Amodei Report. I look forward to continuing to keep you up to date on the issues you care about most.

For additional information, please call my Washington office: (202) 225-6155, Reno office: (775) 686-5760, or Elko phone: (775) 777-7705 or visit my website at Amodei.house.gov.
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​Washington, D.C. –
Today, Rep. Mark Amodei issued the following statement after voting to approve the $9 billion rescissions request sent to Congress by the Trump Administration:

 "The rescission package passed this morning does not take away any funding for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2025, and we will have at least three more opportunities — through the Appropriations Committee markup process, voting on the House floor, and conferencing with the Senate — to ensure that local broadcasting is still supported in FY26," said Rep. Mark Amodei. "Additionally, should Congress not pass FY26 appropriations before October 1, current FY25 levels will be maintained through a continuing resolution."
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"We still have a long road ahead of us before the start of the next fiscal year, and I will continue to fight for our local broadcasters in the months ahead."