Statements and posts
12 press releases and posts, newest first.
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THOMPSON, GALLAGHER ANNOUNCE HISTORIC BIPARTISAN BILL TO REVITALIZE RURAL AMERICA
Introduced bipartisan Revitalize Rural America Act to expand rural health care and agriculture support.
“Our rural communities are struggling to remain competitive and provide critical services.”
Rural Health CareAI-read
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Joined 106 lawmakers calling on Speaker Johnson to reconvene House to address artificial intelligence risks.
“Reasonable minds may disagree about precisely how Congress should regulate this rapidly evolving technology. We cannot disagree about the imperative for Congress to act.”
AI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read
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Joined 260 lawmakers filing Supreme Court brief opposing executive order restricting mail-in voting.
“As a combat veteran, I put my life on the line in defense of our country and our constitution. Nothing is more sacred than the right to vote, and I will do everything in my power to protect this right for every citizen.”
Voting AccessAI-read
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THOMPSON SECURES $4 MILLION FROM USDA FOR GLASSY-WINGED SHARPSHOOTER RESPONSE ACTIVITIES
Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing $4 million in emergency funding to address the growing threat posed by the invasive glassy-winged sharpshooter (GWSS) in California.
“Glad that USDA is providing $4 million in funding to fight the glassy-winged sharpshooter.”
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THOMPSON APPLAUDS REVERSAL OF DANGEROUS PRAIRIE POTHOLE WETLAND ROLLBACK
Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04), Chair of the Congressional Wildlife Refuge Caucus and a member of the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission (MBCC), applauded the U.S. Department of the Interior’s decision to halt proposed changes that could…
“I'm glad the Administration reversed course on this dangerous proposal. I spoke out against these changes and urged the Administration to maintain these longstanding protections because these wetlands are critical to our migratory birds and waterfowl.”
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Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) presented an $850,000 check to the County of Lake, Department of Public Works for road widening and resurfacing projects on South Main Street.
“Proud to have secured $850,000 for the County of Lake, Department of Public Works to improve safety on South Main Street.”
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THOMPSON PRESENTS $250,000 CHECK TO THE CITY OF VACAVILLE TO BUILD AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) presented a $250,000 check to the City of Vacaville to build ten affordable single-family semi-detached duet homes in the city.
“Proud to have secured $250,000 for the City of Vacaville to build affordable housing.”
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Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) presented an $850,000 check to the Winters Joint Unified School District to complete the Agriculture Site Modernization and Deferred Maintenance Project.
“Proud to have secured $850,000 for Winters Joint Unified School District to update their Agriculture Site.”
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On Monday, just days ahead of the Social Security Act’s 91st anniversary, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) was joined by special guest, former Commissioner for the Social Security Administration and former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley, and…
“I am honored to receive a pair of the National Committee’s signature red boxing gloves for my work on behalf of American seniors and for defending their benefits.”
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SENATE PASSES THOMPSON’S BILL EXTENDING TAX RELIEF FOR WILDFIRE SURVIVORS
On Friday, the Senate unanimously passed Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA-04), Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL-17), Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-CA-19), Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA), and Senator Adam Schiff’s (D-CA) Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief…
“Fire survivors have been through enough in the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods to wildfires. It’s wrong to tax them on the settlement money meant to help them rebuild their lives.”
Mentions H.R. 5366
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THOMPSON, GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION TASK FORCE SLAM ADMINISTRATION’S PLANS TO DEREGULATE FIREARMS
Today, Gun Violence Prevention Task Force ChairRep.
“We urge ATF to withdraw these proposals and conduct a comprehensive review of their cumulative impact on public safety before proceeding with any additional regulatory action. We further request that ATF provide Congress with a detailed public safety impact analysis explaining how these proposals, and any future…”
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THOMPSON, GALLAGHER ANNOUNCE APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR PEACH TREE REMOVAL PROGRAM
Today, Representatives Mike Thompson (CA-04) and James Gallagher (CA-01) announced the opening of applications for the USDA Tree Removal Program for California cling peaches.
“Peach growers are the backbone of the agricultural economy in Sutter and Yuba counties.”