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.
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
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Sincerely,
Mark E. Amodei
Member of Congress
