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Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1), a senior member of the House Committee on Ways and Means, today issued the following statement on House passage of the majority party's budget proposal:

“Earlier this week, I supported a bipartisan bill to fund the government through Fiscal Year 2011 in an effort to avert a government shutdown, which would have seriously hurt our country's ongoing economic recovery. The spending plan wasn't perfect, but it reduced spending and protected the programs that are important to families in our district, including Medicare.

Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1), a senior member of the House Committee on Ways and Means, today applauded the Consumer Electronics Association, Best Buy, Panasonic, Sony, Toshiba, and other consumer electronics industry leaders for launching a new electronics recycling program to minimize e-waste.

Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1), the Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence's Subcommittee on Terrorism, HUMINT, Analysis, and Counterintelligence, today delivered the following opening statement at an open hearing regarding political and religious groups in the Middle East, including the Muslim Brotherhood:

“Thank you, Madame Chair.

“Welcome to all of the witnesses and thank you for taking the time to inform this subcommittee about your research and experiences with the Muslim Brotherhood.

Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1), a senior member of the House Committee on Ways and Means, today issued the following statement after President Obama, Majority Leader Reid, and Speaker Boehner announced an agreement to keep the government open:

“I am pleased that Congressional leaders and the president were able to avoid a government shutdown. I look forward to reviewing the final funding bill to ensure it's the best public policy for the people of our district and our country.”

Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1) today sent a letter urging the U.S. Postal Service to add the City of Ukiah's main post office to the National Register of Historic Places. Listing in the National Register would provide formal recognition of the post office's historical and architectural significance based on national standards used by every state. The designation would allow the Ukiah community to apply for preservation grants, tax credits, and other benefits to help maintain the building.

“I strongly support the Ukiah community's efforts to list this historic post office,” said Rep.

Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1) today sent a letter urging President Obama to provide California with federal disaster assistance following last month's devastating tsunami, which destroyed the harbor in Crescent City, significantly damaged the harbor in Fort Bragg, and caused over $48 million in estimated damages statewide. Earlier today, Governor Jerry Brown officially requested a federal disaster declaration to provide emergency assistance to the state.

Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1), a senior member of the House Committee on Ways & Means and the Blue Dog Coalition, today issued the following statement regarding the release of House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan's budget plan, which calls for more than $6 trillion in spending cuts at the expense of American families:

“Our debt crisis is a serious problem. If our country is going to remain financially solvent, we need to take concrete action to decrease spending, increase saving, and balance the budget. But it's important that we accomplish these goals in the right way.

Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-1) today announced that the Arcata Fire Protection District will receive $483,236 in grant funding to help recruit new volunteer firefighters in the Arcata, McKinleyville, Bayside, Manila, and Jacoby Creek communities. The funds, which are provided through the Department of Homeland Security's Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program, will preserve public safety and create good-paying jobs.

“During these tough economic times, one of the things we can't afford to cut is funding for our firefighters and first responders,” said Rep.