Andy Matthews (37)

Andrew Thomas Matthews is a Republican politician currently serving as the 23rd Controller of Nevada since January 2023. He previously represented Nevada Assembly District 37 from 2020 to 2022. Notable achievements include launching the Nevada Open Finance Portal in 2024 for enhanced government spending transparency, earning Policy Champion of the Year from Americans for Prosperity and the Guardian of Small Business Award from the National Federation of Independent Business for his 2021 legislative work, and receiving the highest votes of any Nevada Republican in the 2022 election. He announced his re-election bid for Controller in 2026.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Earned a BA in journalism from Boston University.
• Early Career: Worked briefly as a sports writer; entered politics in 2005 as a campaign worker in New Jersey; served as communications director and later president of the Nevada Policy Research Institute, advocating for fiscal responsibility, market-oriented reforms, education choice, and government transparency.
• Political Experience: Elected to Nevada Assembly District 37 in 2020, defeating incumbent Democrat Shea Backus and flipping the seat Republican; served on committees for Government Affairs, Health and Human Services, and Legislative Operations and Elections; introduced bills for government efficiency and accountability; elected Nevada State Controller in 2022 with strong voter support.