Apr 23, 2015
During a time when our digital world is so insecure, new policies are needed to help defend against cyber attacks. The attacks against Sony Pictures, Target, and Anthem are just a few of the most recent examples. According to a report…
Glenn Thompson
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Glenn William Thompson is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 15th congressional district since 2009. A member of the Republican Party, Thompson has focused on issues such as agriculture, healthcare, and veterans' affairs during his time in office. He has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at supporting rural communities and promoting economic growth in Pennsylvania. Thompson has also served on several committees, contributing to discussions on national policy and local concerns.
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Apr 22, 2015
Yesterday, I joined the gentleman from North Carolina, Congressman G.K. Butterfield, to introduce H.R. 1906, the bipartisan Access to Inpatient Rehabilitation Therapy Act of 2015. Coordinated medical rehabilitation provided in an inpatient…
Apr 21, 2015
Recently, the Pennsylvania State University Agricultural Extension honored Anna ``Mickey'' Peters for her more than half century of volunteerism to Penn State Extension's 4- H volunteer youth program. This was just the latest honor for…
Apr 15, 2015
Earlier this week the Energy Information Administration released its annual forecast of U.S. energy trends and predicted that the United States will become a net exporter of natural gas by 2017. As cochair of the bipartisan Congressional…
Apr 14, 2015
I believe as a result of the most recent federal school nutrition standards, we have seen a sharp decline in the participation of school meal programs.
Apr 14, 2015
On September 22, 2011, former Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen referred to our national debt as ``the single biggest threat to our national security.'' He was correct in his statement that the United States continues to suffer…
Apr 14, 2015
With April 15 quickly approaching, this week the House of Representatives will be taking action and voting on a number of bills to ease the pain for American taxpayers. Across Pennsylvania's Fifth Congressional District, I have heard from…
Apr 13, 2015
While back in my district on April 4, I was proud to be in Erie County, Pennsylvania, for the fourth annual Running for Parkinson's race, which is an event that seeks to raise awareness for this disease that affects more than 1 million…
Mar 26, 2015
Moments ago, the House passed a historic piece of bipartisan legislation that will put an end to the flawed Medicare sustainable growth rate, the so-called doc fix, and extend the Children's Health Insurance Program. For more than a…
Mar 25, 2015
I rise this evening with deep sadness in the wake of the terrible tragedy involving Germanwings Flight 9525. While the investigation is still ongoing, it is believed that all 150 passengers on board have been lost, including three American…
Mar 24, 2015
The House Republican budget proposal released last week will serve as a strong blueprint to put our country on a long-term path to fiscal responsibility and sustainability. Unlike the President's proposed budget, which is the same tax-and…
Mar 24, 2015
On March 1, Penn State University's public television station, WPSU-TV, celebrated its 50th anniversary. On March 1, 1965, WPSU transmitted its first broadcast signal from atop Penfield Mountain, and viewers for the first time watched…
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