As summer comes to a close and kids head back to school, adults have homework too—to spread the word about secure gun storage and how to #BeSMART by safely handling and storing firearms.

Thank you to Sonoma’s local leaders and volunteers who worked to honor local veteran, Juliette Courtial Smith, with a gravestone honoring her life and service. Juliette served as one of 223 “Hello Girls” supporting our communications in WWI. bit.ly/4cK0C5h

This Overdose Awareness Week, we remember those we have lost and recommit to ending this devastating epidemic that is harming Americans across our country.

#ThrowbackThursday to 2019 with my dear friend and colleague, the late John Lewis, as we marked the House’s passage of universal background checks for firearm purchases. Today, I continue our work to make our communities safer.

Thanks to the Biden-Harris administration, our economy remains resilient, growing 3 percent last quarter and exceeding expectations. I continue to work to ensure we can grow our economy, create jobs, and lower prices. nbcnews.com/business/econo…

Agriculture is a critical part of our local economy. Napa, Sonoma, Solano, Lake, and Yolo Counties employ over 14,000 agricultural workers who contribute to our thriving agricultural community and our local economy.

No American should go hungry. The Food Stamp Act has helped tens of millions of working families, veterans, and seniors access nutritious food and benefited agriculture for 60 years. I am committed to protecting this essential program.

Jan and I are sadden to hear of the tragic deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. As the incoming Co-chair of the Congressional Bike Caucus, bicyclists’ safety will be a top priority of mine in the upcoming 119th Congress. #JohnnyHockey cbssports.com/nhl/news/johnn…

I was proud to help pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act to help #EndGunViolence. In the two years since, we’ve closed the “boyfriend” loophole, expanded background checks, enhanced federal prosecutors’ abilities to target dangerous illegal gunrunners, and more.

Per Lake Co Sheriff: EVACUATION ORDER for Zones: LAK-E069 and LAK-E076 due to WILDFIRE.  Check your Zone Number protect.genasys.com  #HillFire

Per Lake County Sheriff’s Department: A temporary evacuation point (TEP) has been established at Lakeport City Hall, 225 Park St, Lakeport, CA 95453 nixle.us/FTLHF #HillFire

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This month, we remember those affected by suicide and work to expand access to mental health treatment for those who need it. If you or a loved one is struggling, call or text 988 for free, confidential help — you are not alone.

Good news, the Biden-Harris administration is renewing the free COVID test program for Americans. Watch for an update in Late September to order your tests. aspr.hhs.gov/covid-19/test/…

Workers are the backbone of America. Today and every day, we honor their contributions to our nation and recommit to protecting workers. Happy Labor Day!

On this day 79 years ago, formal surrender documents were signed aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay, officially ending World War II. Today, we honor those who served. defense.gov/Multimedia/Exp…

Fourth District high school seniors: If you are planning to apply to one of our nation’s military service academies, my nomination portal is open. Packets are due September 30, 2024. Learn more below. mikethompson.house.gov/services/acade…

The men and women of our Labor movement are the backbone of our economy. I was honored to join my friend and colleague, John Garamendi, to pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers this Labor Day. timesheraldonline.com/2024/09/02/gar…

Heartbroken for the students, faculty, parents & entire Winder community following the shooting today at Apalachee High School in GA. Enough is enough. I urge my Republican colleagues to join Gun Violence Prevention Task Force & pass commonsense legislation to keep our kids safe. nbcnews.to/3z2qWd9

Great to hear that Napa Fire Wise will be awarded $1.1M by CALFIRE to support local wildfire prevention work. I will continue to advocate for more community resources to prevent and fight fires. Learn more about Napa Firewise’s work below. napafirewise.org

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