Press Releases
Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05), along with original co-authors Representatives Jimmy Panetta (CA-20), Peter DeFazio (OR-04), Barbara Lee (CA-13), and Dan Newhouse (WA-04), announced the introduction of the WHIP+ Reauthorization Act. These Members represent states up and down the West Coast that were hit hard by fires in 2020 and they introduce this bill to reactivate the Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program Plus (WHIP+) for all 2020 natural disasters.
Washington – Today House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Chairman Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) released the below statement marking 10 years since the shooting in Tucson, Arizona that targeted former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. Six were killed and 14 were injured, including Giffords.
Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) released the following statement after Congress certified the 2020 Electoral College vote and again cemented Joe Biden as President-elect and Kamala Harris as Vice President-elect.
"Congress has done its Constitutional duty and certified the results of the Electoral College from the 2020 Presidential Election. On January 20, Joe Biden will be the President and Kamala Harris will be the Vice President. We must ensure the peaceful transfer of power."
Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) was sworn in to represent California's Fifth Congressional District in the 117th Congress. He outlined his priorities for the coming session in a statement below.
The freshman class will be sworn in on January 3rd, 2021 when the First Session of the 117th United States Congress convenes.
Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) announced that his legislation to repair and maintain the Mare Island Naval Cemetery in Vallejo has become law. The bill, included in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), is a long-time priority of Thompson's and would take care of the local historic site for generations. The NDAA became law today after the Senate overrode the President's veto. A statement from Thompson is below.
Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) released a report on the 116th Congress, outlining important constituent service and legislative milestones over the last two years. A statement from Thompson is below.
Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) announced that his Portable Fuel Container Safety Act was signed into law as part of H.R. 133, the omnibus spending bill. The legislation was championed by his constituent Margrett Lewis.