Issues
As the ever developing advancements of modern technology bring our world closer together our nation increasingly comes face to face with the factors affecting and influencing the melting pot which is our society.
The American Recovery and Reinvestment act (“Recovery Act”) is creating jobs and strengthening the economy. It is making a real difference for families, providing new resources to local governments and business, and helping to end the economic free fall that has gripped the country for more than 18 months.
Congressman Thompson is committed to working to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).
After experiencing first hand FEMA's failure in handling the response to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Congressman Thompson became the driving force behind the restructuring of the broken agency.jun
Mississippi continues to face tremendous challenges as we confront our health care needs.
At the end of FY2010, the Veterans population in the United States was approximately 22.6 million. Congressman Thompson is and has been a consistent supporter of our armed fighting forces and veterans, making sure that these 22.6 million heroes get the services they deserve
Congressman Thompson has been a longtime supporter of Agriculture
Congress annually considers several appropriations measures, which provide funding for numerous activities, for example, national defense, education, and homeland security, as well as general government operations. Congress has developed certain rules and practices for the consideration of appropriations measures, referred to as the congressional appropriations process.
Protecting the environment is vital to guarding the health of all Americans, particularly our children.
Congressman Thompson and Democrats will continue their work to secure the nation’s critical infrastructure, our borders and our ports.