Jul 25, 2013
This is the 31st anniversary of the creation of the National Council for Independent Living. NCIL is the leading organization for persons with disability. Thirty-two years ago, I began my career and life passion serving individuals who…
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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Jul 24, 2013
It's been a tough week for American consumers. Yesterday, it was reported that under the Federal Bureau of Land Management's new proposed onshore hydraulic fracturing regulations, businesses will suffer--as will the rate of production in…
Jul 23, 2013
On Sunday, the Washington Times reported, and I quote: The leading Federal research effort into the controversial drilling method known as fracking has turned up no evidence so far linking the process to water contamination, a connection…
Jul 22, 2013
I am just appalled that you are not sending it out there, because you assume that the States don't have resources to do anything with it.
Jul 22, 2013
I think that the impact on the States--the States should be fully engaged, collaborative partners.
Jul 22, 2013
Last week a group of more than 80 Members of the House and Senate unveiled a package of legislative reforms to make government more efficient, effective, and less wasteful. The bipartisan group is called ``No Labels''--encompassing Members…
Jul 22, 2013
I appreciate you saying you are cautious about it, but I will say it has been costly.
Jul 22, 2013
Well, Director, let me just say the cost benefit analysis is a safeguard for American citizens.
Jul 17, 2013
Last week, the House passed the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act, or FARRM Act. Overall, the agriculture programs will save $20 billion. This package of farm bill programs will create a more cost-effective and…
Jul 17, 2013
In May of 2012, the House Ways and Means Committee released a report that expounds upon one of the most problematic provisions included in ObamaCare, the mandate on employers with at least 50 full-time equivalent employees to offer…
Jul 16, 2013
This week, the House will debate H.R. 2667, the Authority for Mandate Delay Act. This bill will delay enforcement of the ObamaCare mandate--employers with 50 full-time employees who do not offer government-approved coverage must pay a…
Jul 11, 2013
Passage of a new farm bill is long overdue. The House Agriculture Committee has spent 4 years, held dozens of hearings and countless hours preparing for this farm bill. Plain and simple, the committee-passed bill, which was recently…
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