Jan 29, 2014
Today the House passed a new 5-year farm bill reauthorization with bipartisan support. The Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act will provide food security for our Nation's citizens, ensuring that Americans have access to…
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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Jan 28, 2014
When we needed bipartisan action to lower costs and improve health care, Congress passed the Affordable Care Act on a party-line vote. Given the growing number of failures that have been revealed since the law's implementation began, it is…
Jan 27, 2014
Today I rise to acknowledge the 100th anniversary of Boy Scout Troop 31, which is located in State College, Pennsylvania, Juniata Valley Council, Centre County, proudly within the Pennsylvania Fifth Congressional District. With Troop 31…
Jan 16, 2014
Congressman Jim Langevin and I serve as the cochair for the bipartisan Career and Technical Education, or the CTE, Caucus. During the two previous Congresses, we worked to raise awareness of the importance of career and technical…
Jan 15, 2014
On this coming Sunday, January 19, communities and churches across America will be celebrating the Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. Sanctity of Human Life Sunday is a call to defend the sanctity of human life. Since 1983, Americans have…
Jan 15, 2014
Today the House took a positive step towards restoring fiscal discipline in Washington with passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2014. In years past, Congress has relied on continuing resolutions, which is no way…
Jan 14, 2014
The Obama administration has repeatedly asserted their regulations on coal-fired power plants will not be a death blow to the industry. Unfortunately, the Environmental Protection Agency's most recently published rule for new coal-fired…
Jan 14, 2014
As a father of a Purple Heart wounded warrior and father-in-law of a recently discharged soldier, my promise is to serve and advocate for those who serve this country. Our troops have earned our support not just during their service, but…
Jan 13, 2014
Under the Affordable Care Act's employer mandate, volunteer organizations with 50 or more employees could be forced to provide health insurance or pay penalties. This could decimate the financial solvency of firefighting organizations…
Jan 10, 2014
Although the www.healthcare.gov Web site launch was a severe disappointment, an even greater concern has been expressed regarding the Web site's security vulnerabilities, including the security of personal and medical information. What is…
Jan 8, 2014
On December 26, 2013, President Obama signed into law the 2014 National Defense Authorization Act, which sets policy and funding levels for the U.S. Department of Defense. In large part, the bill went through regular committee order on the…
Jan 8, 2014
I appreciate the gentleman for yielding, and I appreciate my good friend from Pennsylvania for hosting this Special Order on a very serious issue. Biggert-Waters, I think, was a piece of legislation that we all had great hopes for in terms…
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