Amodei Celebrates Nevada’s First Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

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."