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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.
“This Congress, my priorities include lifting the SALT cap and using the tax code to further address climate change, grow our housing supply, incentivize property owners to harden their homes and businesses against disaster, and spur quality mental health research.
“Most important, I will work to get our spending in order. Thank you to Chairman Neal and my colleagues for this vote of confidence. I look forward to working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to deliver on the issues that matter most to the American people.”
BACKGROUND
The Committee on Ways and Means is the chief tax-writing committee in the House of Representatives. The committee has jurisdiction over all taxation, tariffs, and other revenue-raising measures, as well as a number of other programs including Social Security, unemployment insurance, Medicare, enforcement of child support laws, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, and foster care and adoption programs.
The Committee on Ways and Means is the oldest committee of the United States Congress. Eight Presidents and eight Vice Presidents have served on Ways and Means, as have 21 Speakers of the House of Representatives and four Justices of the Supreme Court.