Thompson, LaMalfa Introduce Bill to Help Alleviate California Insurance Crisis
Washington – Today, Representatives Mike Thompson (D-CA) and Doug LaMalfa (R-CA) introduced legislation providing homeowners in disaster-prone regions with broad incentives to harden their properties against wildfires and other risks. The legislation is intended to help address the ongoing insurance crisis in California and other states, as the rising frequency and intensity of natural disasters has led insurers to raise rates and, in several cases, exit certain markets entirely.
Rep. Thompson, House Democrats Introduce Taxpayer Data Protection Act
Washington – Today, Representative Mike Thompson (CA-04) joined House Democrats to introduce the Taxpayer Data Protection Act.
This legislation is a direct response to officials from the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) having recently been granted access to taxpayers’ data stored by the Treasury Department. This legislation will stop people with conflicts of interest or without a security clearance from accessing the highly sensitive Treasury Department payment system — which is responsible for Social Security and Medicare benefits.
Thompson to Host Zoom Town Hall
Washington – On Thursday, February 6th at 6pm PT, Rep. Thompson will be hosting a live town hall on Zoom to discuss and answer constituents’ questions on how Congress is fighting back against the unlawful actions of the new Administration.
All constituents of California’s Fourth Congressional District and members of the press are invited to attend. Details are below:
WHO:
Rep. Mike Thompson
WHAT:
Virtual Town Hall
WHEN:
Thursday, February 6, 2025
6pm Pacific Time
WHERE:
Thompson, Merkley Introduce Bill to Combat Health Impacts of Wildfire Smoke
Washington – Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the Smoke and Heat Ready Communities Act—legislation to protect communities across the country from the hazardous health, economic, and environmental impacts of severe wildfire smoke and extreme heat events. Thompson introduced the bill in the House and Merkley introduced the companion bill in the Senate.
Thompson Joins 153 Colleagues to Urge Trump Administration to Clarify List of Frozen Investing in America Projects
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced he joined 153 colleagues in sending a letter to the Trump Administration after President Trump issued an executive order on his first day in office that could pause all disbursements of Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding immediately. The Administration has not yet clarified which projects, programs, and activities are frozen. The letter urges the Trump Administration to disclose a full list of these frozen initiatives.
Thompson Reappointed to Serve on Migratory Bird Conservation Commission
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) was reappointed by Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to serve on the bipartisan Migratory Bird Conservation Commission. Thompson is one of four members of Congress to serve on the prestigious commission.
"It is a tremendous honor to be reappointed to the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission," said Thompson. "As a longtime waterfowler and conservationist, I am proud to once again be part of this commission to continue our work protecting and preserving our country’s great wetlands and diverse wildlife."
Thompson Releases Statement on Freezing of Federal Funds
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) released the following statement regarding the Trump Administration’s indefinite freeze on critical federal funding:
“It’s alarming that the Administration has taken action to indefinitely and indiscriminately freeze important federal funds. These funds were lawfully appropriated by Congress and are owed to the American people. In freezing them, the Administration has unleashed chaos on states, localities, American families, nonprofits, and businesses across our country.
Thompson, Kelly Introduce Short Line Railroad Tax Credit Modernization Act
Washington -- Today, Ranking Member of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Tax, Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA-04), and Chairman of the Ways & Means Subcommittee on Tax, Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA-16), announced the introduction of the Short Line Railroad Tax Credit Modernization Act, legislation that would make it easier to keep local rail lines operating and in good repair and improve commerce in communities nationwide.
Thompson Releases Statement on Inauguration of President Trump
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) released the following statement on the inauguration of President Trump:
“Rest assured, in the years ahead I plan to work with the President and my colleagues on both sides of the aisle on issues where we can find common ground, and to stand against policies and rhetoric that harm the American people and our great country. I remain committed to working together for our district and the American people.”
Thompson Announces $4.2 Million Grant to Improve Rail Crossing Safety and Efficiency in Yolo County
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that the Department of Transportation has awarded a $4,160,000 federal grant to Yolo County to relocate and redesign a dangerous and congested railroad and roadway crossing north of Davis.
Thompson to Serve as Ranking Member on House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Tax Policy
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) was once again named Ranking Member of the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Tax Policy. This appointment was confirmed today by a vote of the full committee.
“It's an honor to be reappointed to lead Democrats’ tax policy this Congress,” said Thompson. “As Ranking Member of the tax subcommittee, I will continue to work to ensure our tax code works for all Americans.
Thompson Announces $25 Million Grant to Build Critical Railway Overcrossing in Dixon
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that the Department of Transportation has awarded a $25,221,639 federal grant to the City of Dixon to construct a new “complete street” grade-separated railroad overcrossing at Parkway Boulevard.
Thompson Applauds Biden Administration for Another Year of Record-Setting Health Care Enrollment
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) applauded the Biden-Harris Administration for its record-breaking work expanding health care coverage for Americans.
Thompson Sworn in to Serve in the 119th Congress
“It’s the honor of my life to serve the people of the community where I was born, grew up, raised my own family, and live today,” said Thompson. “Over the next two years, my priority will remain the same: To deliver for the constituents of the 4th District. That includes working to lower costs, improve community safety, fight climate change, and protect your fundamental rights and freedoms.”
118th Congress Update: Thompson Recoups $26.4 Million for Constituents, Delivers $16.4 Million for Community Projects
Washington – As the 118th Congress comes to a close, Rep. Mike Thompson released the following update on his work delivering for the constituents of California’s Fourth District:
Dear Friends,
As the 118th Congress comes to a close, here’s what my team and I have done…
Delivering for Constituents
Thompson, Padilla, LaMalfa Press for Swift Implementation of Law to Deliver Tax Relief for Wildfire Survivors
Washington – Today, Representative Mike Thompson (D-CA-04) and U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Representative Doug LaMalfa (R-CA-01) released a letter urging the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to take immediate actions to implement their bipartisan legislation providing critical tax relief for wildfire victims. President Biden recently signed the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act into law.
Thompson Releases Statement on House's Continuing Resolution
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) released the following statement on the House’s passage of a Continuing Resolution:
“Tonight, I voted to avoid a potentially disastrous government shutdown ahead of the holidays.
“Since October, Democrats and Republicans negotiated in good faith to develop a bipartisan bill to fund our government. Republicans set the total amount of funding in the bill. Yet hours before we were set to pass that bill, Elon Musk and President-elect Trump intervened to kill it.
Thompson, Eshoo, Carbajal, Morelle, Thanedar, Napa Schools for Climate Action Lead Climate Restitution Resolution
Washington – Today, Reps.
Thompson Announces Disaster Tax Relief Signed Into law Legislation Delivers Tax Relief to Thousands of California Wildfire Victims
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA-04) announced that President Biden has signed the bipartisan Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act (H.R. 5863) into law. The bill includes Rep. Thompson’s legislation that exempts thousands of qualified wildfire victims in California from having to pay federal income tax on their settlement money or pay tax on attorney fees included in the settlement. This relief applies retroactively to qualified victims.
Thompson, Schweikert, Matsui, Balderson, Schatz Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Calling on Congressional Leadership to Extend Telehealth Access for Seniors
Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04), Rep. David Schweikert (AZ-01), Rep. Doris Matsui (CA-07), Rep. Troy Balderson (OH-12) and Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) announced they led a letter signed by 100 Members of Congress and Senators to House and Senate leadership urging them to extend telehealth coverage benefits so that all Medicare beneficiaries retain access to these services. Without an extension by December 31st, seniors on Medicare would lose access to critical telehealth services.