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The purpose of his trip is to examine the growth of religious extremism in Europe and the threat that this trend poses to the U.S. and our allies. In addition, Thompson will meet with local officials to discuss how the U.S. and European countries can better coordinate counterterrorism measures and the sharing of intelligence.
Following the president's signature on emergency disaster relief for the Pacific salmon industry, North Coast Congressman Mike Thompson quickly assembled Members of Congress from California and Oregon to ensure the funding is promptly distributed.
"The president's approval of this disaster relief is long overdue," said Thompson. "The Administration's failed water policies resulted in our country's largest commercial salmon fishery disaster, and North Coast residents have suffered because of it. Our salmon fishermen and businesses will finally get the aid they desperately need."
Today, the House of Representatives passed a bill that included emergency funding for the 2006 Pacific salmon fisheries disaster, rural schools and several other top-priority domestic needs. This is the final version of the emergency supplemental funding bill; after approval from the Senate, it will be sent to the president for his signature.
Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA) released the following statement today after his vote on the Iraq emergency supplemental spending bill, which did not include benchmarks nor a timeline for ending the war:
Today, the House passed a bill (HR 2429) to help physicians maintain their medical practices at home while serving their country overseas in the Guard or the Armed Forces Reserve.
"Accountability is no longer optional for the federal government," said Thompson. "Americans deserve to know where their tax dollars are going, and Iraq and Afghanistan are no exception.”
Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA) and Rep. Devin Nunes (R-CA) today announced the introduction of the Energy Conservation through ‘Smart Meters' Act. The legislation would create a special tax incentive for the installation of energy management devices - known as smart meters. A smart meter is an automated electronic electricity metering device that will replace existing home and business electricity meters. These meters allow remote readings on an hourly basis, rather than once per month, giving consumers near real-time access to their energy usage information.
“This bill passed with overwhelming bipartisan support because it provides emergency relief to hundreds of communities across the country,” said North Coast Congressman Mike Thompson.