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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.
In a dramatic shift from just a short time ago, the United States is reducing its dependence on foreign sources of energy. It has the opportunity to become a major force in the international energy market. It is being made possible through…
Today I rise to recognize retired Captain Marshall Hanson, United States Navy, who suddenly passed away last week at the age of 63. I worked closely with Captain Hanson in his role as the director of legislation and military policy at the…
This week, I had the opportunity to join rural school advocates from across the country here in Washington for the release of the Why Rural Matters 2013-2014 report, a biennial report from the Rural School and Community Trust which…
Recently I joined fellow lawmakers in sending a letter to the U.S. Agriculture Secretary concerning the U.S. Forest Service's proposed groundwater resource management directive. Similar to a large number of other proposals stemming from…
We must achieve stronger economic growth, and we must train and educate Americans to succeed in a modern economy. Last year, the House advanced the Supporting Knowledge and Investing in Lifelong Skills, or SKILLS, Act, another House-passed…
Yesterday the United States Fish and Wildlife Service announced it will extend the deadline on its decision whether to list the northern long-eared bat as endangered under the Endangered Species Act in order to further review public…
Last Friday, on June 20, members of the Pennsylvania congressional delegation joined together to protect Pennsylvania farmers by fighting back against another regulatory overreach by the Environmental Protection Agency. I, along with…
Many experts have suggested that, upon closer review, the specifics of the new rule appear to be nothing more than a power grab meant to expand the jurisdiction of these two agencies into areas the Federal Government does not currently…
One of the foremost issues facing agriculture today is newly proposed rules released by the Environmental Protection Agency.
I thank you, Chairman Frelinghuysen, for yielding for the purpose of a colloquy. I want to thank you for your tireless efforts for our Nation's brave servicemen and -women and, just as importantly, for those who served and never made it…
Coordinated medical rehabilitation provided in an inpatient rehabilitation setting is crucial to Medicare beneficiaries with injuries, disease, disabilities, or chronic conditions. Unfortunately, beginning in 2010, the Centers for Medicare…
The undersigned Iowa agricultural organizations are writing today to express our concern with recent actions taken by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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