Mark Amodei Retires: Nevada Congressman Announces End to 15-Year Term

Longtime Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei Announces Retirement

U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei, a Republican representing Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District, announced his retirement Friday, signaling the end of a 15-year career in Congress. The announcement came via a news release posted on his official U.S. House of Representatives website.

“Serving the people of Nevada has been the honor of my lifetime,” Amodei stated. “Nobody is prouder of our Nevada Congressional District than me. Thank you for the honor. Every achievement worth doing began with listening to Nevadans and fighting for our values.”

Amodei, who intends to complete his current term ending in January 2027, framed his decision as a natural progression. “I came to Congress to solve problems and to make sure our State and Nation have strong voice in the federal policy and oversight processes. I look forward to finishing my term. After 15 years of service, I believe it is the right time for Nevada and myself to pass the torch,” he said.

The congressman, who has served since 2011, represents Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District, encompassing the northern half of the state, including the city of Reno. The district is considered a Republican stronghold, with Amodei consistently winning re-election by significant margins – a 19-point victory in 2024 and a 22-point win in the 2022 midterm elections.

Amodei’s departure marks the 51st member of Congress to announce they will not seek reelection in 2027, according to reports. This adds to a growing number of retirements and resignations within the House, potentially impacting the balance of power.

Prior to his time in Washington, Amodei had a long history of public service in Nevada. He graduated from Carson High School in 1976, served in the U.S. Army JAG Corps, and held positions in both the Nevada Assembly and Senate before being elected to Congress in a 2011 special election.

Filing for the seat Amodei is vacating will take place from March 2 to March 13. The open seat is expected to draw significant attention from potential candidates, though the district’s strong Republican lean suggests the seat will likely remain in GOP hands.

Amodei currently serves on the House Appropriations Committee and chairs the Homeland Security Subcommittee. He recently gained attention for his comments regarding enforcement operations in Minnesota following a recent incident.