Amodei, Mark E.

Mark Amodei represents Nevada's 2nd congressional district and serves as chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security, a position that grants him significant power to shape the committee's legislative agenda, schedule hearings and markups, and determine which bills advance. As committee chair, he oversees federal policies related to border security, emergency management, cybersecurity, and other homeland security matters. Amodei has served in Congress since 2011, following a decade in the Nevada state legislature where he held seats in both the Assembly and Senate. He also chaired the Nevada Republican Party before his election to the House. His legislative work reflects interests in infrastructure, natural resources, and defense matters, as evidenced by his sponsorship of bills addressing airport infrastructure, military lands, and appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security.

As the dean of Nevada's congressional delegation and its only Republican member in Congress, Amodei holds a prominent position within his state's political representation. His committee assignments span appropriations, natural resources, and homeland security matters, positioning him at the intersection of fiscal and security policy. In February 2026, he announced he would not seek re-election, signaling the end of his tenure in the House after more than a decade of service.