110th Congress

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

January 4, 2007

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.

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.

Issues:Energy & Environment