Biography
Representative Mike Thompson, born on January 24, 1951, in St. Helena, California, is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving California's 4th Congressional District since 2023. The district encompasses all of Napa and Lake Counties and parts of Solano, Sonoma, and Yolo Counties. Prior to his current role, Thompson represented California's 1st District from 1999 to 2013 and the 5th District from 2013 to 2023. Before his tenure in Congress, he served in the California State Senate from 1991 to 1998, where he chaired the Budget Committee.
A Vietnam War veteran, Thompson served as a staff sergeant and platoon leader with the U.S. Army's 173rd Airborne Brigade, earning a Purple Heart for wounds sustained in combat. He is married to Janet Thompson, a family nurse practitioner, and they have two sons and three granddaughters.
Education
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Associate of Arts: Napa Valley College
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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science: California State University, Chico, 1982
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Master of Public Administration: California State University, Chico, 1996
Political Experience
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California State Senate: 1991–1998
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U.S. House of Representatives: 1999–present
- Representative for California's 1st District , 5th District , and 4th District
- Member, House Committee on Ways and Means
- Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Tax
- Member, Subcommittee on Health
- Chair, House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force
- Co-founder and Co-chair, Congressional Wine Caucus
- Member, Blue Dog Coalition
Throughout his congressional career, Thompson has been a strong advocate for veterans' affairs, environmental conservation, and gun violence prevention. He authored the GREEN Act, which contributed significantly to the climate investments in the Inflation Reduction Act. As Chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, he led efforts to pass the Bipartisan Background Checks Act. ,
Thompson's dedication to public service is further demonstrated by his active engagement with constituents through town halls and community events, ensuring their voices are heard in Washington.
