Press Releases

Rep. Thompson Votes for Fiscal Responsibility

February 4, 2010

Today Congress passed important legislation that mandates that Congress can't spend more than it can afford. The Statutory Pay-As-You-Go-Act (H.J. Res. 45) requires Congress to offset all new policies that reduce revenues or expand entitlement spending.

Issues:Fiscal Responsibility

Thompson's Passenger Bill of Rights Enacted

December 21, 2009

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Today Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA), the original sponsor of Passenger Bill of Rights legislation, released the following statement after Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced significant protections for airline passengers:

Join a Live Telephone Town Hall Meeting on December 9th

December 7, 2009

Press Release

On the evening of December 9th, Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) will host a live town hall meeting via telephone and he is inviting every resident of the 1st Congressional District to join him. Participants can ask him questions about the issues that are important to them, and the Congressman will respond live for everyone to hear.

Congressman Thompson Introduces Energy Storage Legislation

December 3, 2009

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Today Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) introduced the Storage Technology of Renewable and Green Energy Act of 2009 (STORAGE Act). The STORAGE Act would provide a tax credit to individuals and businesses when they purchase energy storage systems. Energy storage systems allow consumers to keep excess energy generated by things like solar panels or wind turbines when energy is in low demand and then use it during periods of peak demand, reducing consumers' electricity bills and greatly enhancing the reliability of alternative energy sources.

Issues:Energy & Environment

Congressman Thompson Congratulates the New Calistoga AVA

December 3, 2009

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Congressman Mike Thompson (D-Napa Valley) released this statement following the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau's (TTB) approval of Calistoga, California as an American Viticultural Area (AVA):

“I am extremely pleased to announce that Calistoga has finally been designated as an American Viticultural Area, a long overdue and much deserved distinction. I look forward to celebrating this tremendous victory with the wine supporters here in the Napa Valley and across the globe who have worked tirelessly to recognize one of world's premier growing regions.

Issues:Wine & Agriculture

House Passes Legislation to Protect Seniors' Access to Doctors

November 19, 2009

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Today, Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) voted to preserve seniors' access to their doctors by fixing the way Medicare pays physicians. The Medicare Physician Payment Reform Act, H.R. 3961, will permanently reform the Medicare payment system, repealing a 21% cut in payments to doctors scheduled to take place in January and replacing it with a stable system that protects seniors, preserves their relationship with their doctors and promotes primary care.

Issues:Health Care

Congressman Thompson Introduces Solar Jobs Creation Legislation

November 18, 2009

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Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) introduced legislation to boost solar panel manufacturing in the United States. H.R. 4085 will offer a significant tax credit to solar manufacturers, which will stimulate job creation here in the United States. Representatives Dave Camp (R-MI), Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) and Patrick Tiberi (R-OH) are original cosponsors of the bill.

Issues:Energy & Environment

Rep. Thompson Speaks in Support of Health Care Reform

November 7, 2009

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Today Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) spoke on the House floor in support of H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act. His speech can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/CongressmanMThompson#p/a/u/0/GW23HDggKSc.

Below are his remarks:

Issues:Health Care

Bill to Provide Quality, Affordable Health Care for All Americans

October 29, 2009

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Today House Democrats unveiled health care reform legislation that will provide access to quality, affordable health care for all Americans. The House is expected to debate and vote on the legislation next week.

Issues:Health Care

Congressman Thompson Votes for Student Aid

September 17, 2009

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Today Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) joined 252 of his colleagues in voting for the bipartisan Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act (SAFRA- H.R. 3221). The bill will expand access to an affordable college education for more American students, while saving taxpayers $87 billion dollars.

Issues:Fiscal ResponsibilityEducation