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“Every resident in Solano County deserves reliable access to clean water, and this project will help ensure that access. I’m proud to have secured over $1.1 million in funding to support the Solano Irrigation District in improving and updating our community’s local water system and I thank local Solano officials for working with me to identify the need for these funds,” said Rep. Thompson.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced he secured $1,000,000 in community project funding for the Lake County Sheriff Administration and Operations Center Project.

“Efficient and reliable public safety coordination saves lives during disasters. I’m proud to have secured $1 million in federal funds to ensure the Lake County Sheriff Administration can provide essential services to our community when wildfires, floods, and other emergencies strike,” said Rep. Thompson.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced he secured $1,250,000 in community project funding for Sonoma County’s Donald Gap Transportation Project.

“The Donald Gap Transportation Project will help keep our community’s bicyclists and pedestrians safe. I’m proud to have secured $1,250,00 in federal funds to ensure Sonoma residents can easily and safely access State Highway 12. Thank you to Sonoma County officials for identifying the need for these funds,” said Rep. Thompson.

Today, Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04) released the following statement endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy for President of the United States:

St. Helena – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) released the following statement on President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.

"From the Senate to the White House, President Biden has selflessly dedicated his life to serving our country. And nowhere is his ability to govern more apparent than in his tremendous successes as President.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced he secured $275,000 in community project funding for Meals on Wheels Yolo County to add a second kitchen to its facilities to expand its meal production for seniors.

“It’s critical for seniors in our community to have access to nutritious meals every day. That’s why I’m proud to have secured $275,000 in federal funds to double our local Meals on Wheels Yolo facility’s daily meal production. Thank you to local Yolo County officials for identifying the need for these funds,” said Rep. Thompson.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced he secured an additional $2,500,000 in community project funding for Napa County’s River Ecology Center.

“Once complete, the Napa River Ecology Center will provide new educational resources to our community while helping to conserve our local ecosystems. I’m proud to have secured $2.5 million in federal funds to support its development and I’m grateful to Napa County officials for identifying the need for these funds.” said Rep. Thompson.

"While we await more information on today's events, one thing remains clear: Gun violence of any kind is unacceptable. I unequivocally condemn today's act of political violence against the former president and I am grateful to hear he is safe. My thoughts remain with the former president and those in attendance. I urge my colleagues who are speaking out in horror to join the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force in its efforts to pass the commonsense laws that help prevent these threats."

Washington – Today, Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Chair Mike Thompson (CA-04), Rep. Dina Titus (NV-01), and Rep. Dan Kildee (MI-08) held a press conference marking the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force’s new action to help ban bump stocks. On Tuesday morning, Rep. Titus filed a discharge petition for the Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act (H.R. 396).

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that his four town hall events in Vacaville, Santa Rosa, Yountville, and Lakeport reached over 200 veterans, their families, or survivors to support them in navigating health care benefits. Attendees at each town hall were assisted with questions about their health care benefits and registering for PACT Act benefits.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced his co-sponsorship of H.R. 8560, The End Veteran Homelessness Act of 2024. This legislation, introduced by Reps. Mark Takano (CA-39), Maxine Waters (CA-43), and Mike Levin (CA-49), seeks to address casework backlogs and expand the eligibility for the HUD-VA Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program, which would allow more veterans who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness to access permanent housing.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) presented a check for $1,383,069 to the County of Napa for the Lake Hennessey & Deer Park Fuel Reduction and Community Infrastructure Protection project.

Lakeport, CA – Today, Monday, July 1st at 5:30 PM Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) will be hosting a town hall at the Lake County Courthouse, Board of Supervisors Chambers to discuss veterans’ health care benefits. He will be joined by special guests from the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Lake County Veteran Service Office.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s ruling overturning the Chevron doctrine:

“Today’s ruling by the Supreme Court jeopardizes our ability to effectively apply our nation’s laws across every sector of our society.

“For nearly four decades, the Chevron Doctrine has allowed federal agencies to employ experts—including scientists, engineers, researchers, and other leaders in their field—to make the technical and scientific judgements needed to carry out our laws.

Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Risk Management Agency’s (RMA) recent announcement that it will launch a pilot crop insurance program next year to help protect grape growers facing smoke damage to their crops.

Washington – Today, Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Chair Mike Thompson (CA-04), Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-07), Assistant Leader Joe Neguse (CO-02), Rep. Bobby Scott (VA-03), and Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) held a press conference marking Rep. McBath’s discharge petition filed this morning on the Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act (H.R. 3018).

Washington – Today, Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Chair Mike Thompson (CA-04) applauded Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy’s newly-released advisory highlighting the toll the gun violence epidemic is taking on public health in the United States.

Washington – On Friday, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) introduced the America's Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Reauthorization Act of 2024 alongside Rep. Rob Wittman (VA-01), Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Rep. Jen Kiggans (VA-02). This comprehensive legislation will enhance the preservation of America's natural resources, wildlife, and habitats.