Nicholas V. Lampson is an American politician and lobbyist from the state of Texas. A member of the Democratic Party, he served multiple terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Texas's 9th and later 22nd congressional districts. His tenure in Congress was marked by a focus on issues relevant to his Houston-area districts, including NASA, port security, and energy. After leaving Congress, he has remained active in public affairs and has worked as a lobbyist.