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Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04), Rep. David Schweikert (AZ-01), Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-07), Rep. Troy Balderson (OH-12) and Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) announced they led a letter signed by 100 Members of Congress and Senators to House and Senate leadership urging them to extend telehealth coverage benefits so that all Medicare beneficiaries retain access to these services. Without an extension by December 31st, seniors on Medicare would lose access to critical telehealth services.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA-04) and Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) announced the Senate’s unanimous vote to pass the bipartisan Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act (H.R. 5863). The bill includes Rep. Thompson’s legislation that will exempt thousands of qualified wildfire victims in California from having to pay federal income tax on their settlement money or pay tax on attorney fees included in the settlement.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) released the following statement in support of our immigrant community in California’s Fourth Congressional District:

“Immigrants are our neighbors and colleagues, soldiers and first responders, doctors and lawyers, farmers, entrepreneurs, teachers and so much more. Our nation would not be the powerhouse of the world without immigrants’ countless contributions to the United States’ history, culture, and economy.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) voted to pass the America's Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Reauthorization Act of 2024. This comprehensive legislation will enhance the preservation of America's natural resources, wildlife, and habitats. Thompson served as an original co-sponsor for this legislation in the House of Representatives.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Luca Moretti has been promoted to serve as a Field Representative covering Lake County. 

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced Ziqi Zheng from Maria Carillo High School in Sonoma County as the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge. Ziqi’s app, “SOS-Connect,” helps connect people in disaster areas with community resources.

Woodland – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Will Duncan has joined his team to serve as a Field Representative covering Solano County, including Dixon, Vacaville, and Rio Vista. 

“I’m excited to have Will join our team to serve the people of Solano County,” said Thompson. “Will’s passion for public service, local history, and familiarity with our community will be invaluable to our team and I know he will provide excellent service to our district as Team Thompson’s ‘eyes and ears’ of Solano County.”

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced he voted to pass H.R. 82, the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act, which repeals the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO) rules impacting the earned benefits of many retired public servants like teachers, police officers, firefighters, emergency services personnel, other first responders, and federal, state, and local employees who worked in both covered and non-covered jobs during their careers.