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'Thompson Outlines Agenda for 2007'

January 6, 2007

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Issues:Energy & EnvironmentHealth CareJobs & Economy

WEBCAST: Rep. Thompson Supports Historic Changes to House Rules

January 5, 2007

Within the first two days of Congress, Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) voted for sweeping and historic changes to the rules that govern the House of Representatives. The rules package, which passed by an overwhelming majority, will help restore ethics, civility and fiscal responsibility to the halls of Congress.

Issues:Jobs & Economy

Rep. Thompson Introduces Salmon Disaster Relief Bill on First Day of Congress

January 4, 2007

Press Release

On the first day of the 110th Congress, North Coast Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA) introduced legislation to provide federal disaster relief to California and Oregon's salmon fishing industry. The bill authorizes the appropriation of $60.4 million for the fishermen, tribes and businesses that were impacted by the commercial fishery failure of 2006. California Senator Barbara Boxer also introduced companion legislation today in the Senate.

Issues:Energy & Environment

Reps. Thompson and DeFazio Introduce Bill to Help Del Norte County Airport Receive Federal Funding

January 4, 2007

Press Release

Today, Congressmen Mike Thompson (D-CA) and Peter DeFazio (D-OR) introduced legislation that would enable Del Norte County to receive the federal funds needed to improve the Del Norte County Airport without raising matching funds. The legislation follows up on a commitment made by Thompson and DeFazio at meetings held in Crescent City and Brookings, Oregon last fall, to help with improvements to the regional airport. Local officials have long expressed their concern that they are not being able to meet the 10 percent match requirement for federal grant funds.

Issues:Jobs & Economy

Quick and Easy Ways to Save Energy

December 20, 2006

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Here are a few ways you can cut down on energy costs and help reduce our dependency on foreign oil. - Tune-up your car's engine and keep your tires properly inflated. Getting a regular tune-up, including servicing your engine, using the manufacturer's recommended grade of motor oil and replacing air filters regularly, can improve your car's mileage by up to 16%. Keeping your car's tire properly inflated can improve your mileage by up to 3%.

Issues:Energy & Environment

New Report Shows Federal Deficit is $200 Billion More Than Bush Stated In October

December 15, 2006

Press Release

Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (D-Napa Valley) criticized the Bush Administration for downplaying a new report from the Treasury Department showing that the federal budget deficit is almost $200 billion more than what the president told us in October.

Issues:Jobs & Economy

House Passes Mandate for Klamath River Restoration

December 9, 2006

Press Release

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill setting a six-month deadline for a finalized comprehensive recovery plan for salmon on the Klamath River. The provision was included in the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act at the request of North Coast Congressman Mike Thompson and California Senator Barbara Boxer. It is the first time Congress has ever required the implementation of a disaster recovery plan.

Issues:Energy & Environment

'Thompson: We Need to Begin a Phased Redeployment Today'

December 7, 2006

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Issues:Defense

'Thompson: Bring the troops home'

December 1, 2006

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Issues:Defense

Sonoma County Airport to Receive Screeners, Clearing Way for Commercial Service

November 15, 2006

Press Release

Reps. Mike Thompson and Lynn Woolsey announced today that the Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport will get the federal assistance needed to re-establish commercial air service next year. According to officials at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Sonoma County Airport will receive funding to hire private screener personnel, which complies with a formal request inserted by Senator Dianne Feinstein in a Senate appropriations bill. This decision by the TSA removes the last obstacle for reinstating commercial service in Sonoma County after a five-year absence.

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