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Rep. Thompson speaks at a press conference to introduce the Social Security 2100 Act.
April 5, 2017

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) joined Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) and more than 150 original cosponsors in introducing the Social Security 2100 Act. This bill would increase Social Security benefits for all beneficiaries, reduce taxes, and prevent seniors from retiring into poverty.

Issues:Seniors

April 4, 2017
Washington – Today, Reps. Mike Thompson (CA-05) and Pete King (NY-02) led 167 bipartisan Members of Congress in calling on appropriators to provide funds to strengthen our criminal background check system. Thompson and King requested funding to implement the National Instant Background Checks Systems (NICS) Improvement Amendments Act, which gives grants to states seeking to upgrade their electronic databases.

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Rep. Thompson speaks with Anna Werner
April 4, 2017
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A proposed bill in Congress aims to cut the number of Americans burned in so-called "flame jetting" incidents, when a container holding flammable fuel can become something akin to a flamethrower. The injuries can be devastating.


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Rep. Thompson speaks with the Congressional Sportsman’s Caucus about the importance of NAWCA.
March 31, 2017

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05)—Co-Chair of the Land Conservation Caucus—led an effort to support funding for the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA). In a letter to Chairman Ken Calvert and Ranking Member Betty McCollum of the Appropriations Subcommittee on the Interior, Thompson called attention to the importance of our wetlands in preventing flooding, reducing damage from storm surges, and mitigating the effects of soil erosion.


March 31, 2017
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The Reinvigorating Antibiotic and Diagnostic Innovation (READI) Act was introduced by U.S. Reps. Erik Paulsen (R-Minn.) and Mike Thompson (D-Calif.) and has been supported by dozens of medical organizations and drug companies as an urgently needed effort to address the global threat of antimicrobial resistance.

Issues:Health Care

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Rep. Thompson presents a certificate of Congressional recognition to Mondavi’s daughter, Annie Roberts.
March 28, 2017

Napa, CA – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) formally announced Magrit Mondavi as the recipient of a special, posthumous Woman of the Year Award. In February, Thompson accepted nominations from across the Fifth Congressional District for his annual awards honoring women who make an impact in our community. In light of Mondavi's lifelong devotion to our community and the arts, Thompson presented a special recognition to her daughter, Annie Roberts.

Issues:Civil Rights

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Rep. Thompson presents a certificate of Congressional recognition to Rubinoff.
March 28, 2017

Napa, CA – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) formally announced Ronit Rubinoff as this year's Woman of the Year in Sonoma County. In February, Thompson accepted nominations from across the Fifth Congressional District for his annual awards honoring women who make an impact in our community. After careful consideration, Rubinoff was selected for her work with Sonoma County Legal Aid.

Issues:Civil Rights

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Rep. Thompson presents a certificate of Congressional recognition to Dr. Renfro.
March 28, 2017

Napa, CA – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) formally announced Dr. Rhonda Renfro as this year's Woman of the Year in Solano County. In February, Thompson accepted nominations from across the Fifth Congressional District for his annual awards honoring women who make an impact in our community. After careful consideration, Dr. Renfro was selected for her work as the founder and Director of Club Stride.

Issues:Civil Rights

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Rep. Thompson presents a certificate of Congressional recognition to Cakebread.
March 28, 2017

Napa, CA – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) formally announced Karen Cakebread as this year's Woman of the Year in Napa County. In February, Thompson accepted nominations from across the Fifth Congressional District for his annual awards honoring women who make an impact in our community. After careful consideration, Cakebread was selected for her work with the Napa Valley Vinters and her community service in the wake of the Valley Fire.

Issues:Civil Rights

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Rep. Thompson presents a certificate of Congressional recognition to Lyon.
March 28, 2017

Napa, CA – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) formally announced Madelene Lyon as this year's Woman of the Year in Lake County. In February, Thompson accepted nominations from across the Fifth Congressional District for his annual awards honoring women who make an impact in our community. After careful consideration, Lyon was selected for her work with the Kelseyville Food Pantry, Redbud Audubon Society, and other charities.

Issues:Civil Rights