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January 3, 2021
An Article about the 117th United States Congress

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January 3, 2021
U.S. Representative Mike Thompson was sworn in as a Member of the United States House of Representatives by the House Speaker on January 3rd, 2021.

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January 3, 2021
The First Session of the 117th U.S. Congress will commence on January 3rd, 2021 in Washington, DC.

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January 3, 2021

The freshman class will be sworn in on January 3rd, 2021 when the First Session of the 117th United States Congress convenes.


January 3, 2021

Editorials historically came about as a means to let the average person know the opinions of the editors and publishers of newspapers and magazines.


January 3, 2021

When a Member of Congress is given time to formally express an opinion or make a statement on an issue before the House, they are said to have the 'floor' of the House, and their views are referred to as a 'Floor Speech'.


January 1, 2021

Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) announced that his legislation to repair and maintain the Mare Island Naval Cemetery in Vallejo has become law. The bill, included in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), is a long-time priority of Thompson's and would take care of the local historic site for generations.


December 29, 2020

Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) released a report on the 116th Congress, outlining important constituent service and legislative milestones over the last two years. A statement from Thompson is below.


December 28, 2020

Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) announced that his Portable Fuel Container Safety Act was signed into law as part of H.R. 133, the omnibus spending bill. The legislation was championed by his constituent Margrett Lewis.


December 21, 2020

Washington – Today Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) voted to pass H.R. 133, an end of year funding package that includes Coronavirus relief and an omnibus spending bill that funds the Federal government through September 30, 2021. A statement from Thompson is below.