The supremacy clause always prevails. And I will redraft SB 254 and introduce it again next session.
Mike Thompson
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Mike Thompson is a U.S. Representative for California's 5th congressional district, serving since January 6, 1999. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as veterans' affairs, healthcare, and environmental protection throughout his tenure. Thompson has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at supporting military families and improving access to healthcare for all Americans.
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by number of sourcesCalifornians are all too familiar with the devastation caused by wildfires. In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.
In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives. Survivors can't afford to wait around for retroactive relief.
It is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.
In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.
Californians are all too familiar with the devastation caused by wildfires. In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.
I’m thrilled to help deliver $110 million to the Yountville Veterans home to expand care. We owe a great debt to the men and women who served in our armed forces — investing in expanded care for our veterans just makes sense.
It is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.
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