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March 31, 2009
Today, Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) introduced a bill that will aid in the protection of thousands of acres of our nation's shrinking agricultural lands and open space. The bill will permanently allow landowners to get significant tax deductions if they place a conservation easement on their property. These conservation easements allow property owners to continue using the land, while protecting the land from future development.
Issues:Energy & Environment
March 30, 2009
Congressman Mike Thompson is pleased to announce the annual Congressional Art Competition. He invites all high school students in the First Congressional District to submit their original artwork for consideration.
The winner's artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building for one year. In addition, the winner will be invited to a ceremony in Washington, D.C. this June and will receive three roundtrip airline tickets to Washington from either San Francisco or Oakland.
The winner's artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building for one year. In addition, the winner will be invited to a ceremony in Washington, D.C. this June and will receive three roundtrip airline tickets to Washington from either San Francisco or Oakland.
Issues:Education
March 29, 2009
Eureka Times Standard
March 27, 2009
After receiving the finalized data, Congressman Mike Thompson (D-Napa Valley) reflected on the successful telephone town hall held Wednesday night. Over 9,100 constituents in the First District participated in the town hall.
March 24, 2009
Lake County News
March 23, 2009
On the evening of March 25th, 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 will be able to ask Congressman Thompson about issues that impact the 1st District and our nation and he will respond on-the-spot for all to hear.