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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.
I thank Chairman Kline for the opportunity to voice my support for this comprehensive overhaul of No Child Left Behind, which has been a long time in the making. As a member of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, I can attest…
A few weeks ago, I participated in a forum hosted by a Foundation created in the 1980s by Congress: the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, or NFWF. The forum was on the connection between agriculture and the Chesapeake Bay. The health…
As co-chairman of the bipartisan Career and Technical Education Caucus, I rise today to emphasize the importance of quality CTE programs, which allow students to succeed in areas that keep our Nation competitive in the global economy. Last…
It is a real honor to join my good friend and colleague from Ohio here this evening. I thank him for hosting this Special Order on such an important topic: energy. I rise this evening in strong support of jobs, consumers, and homegrown…
Whether we are talking families or businesses or schools, hospitals, you know, personnel, people obviously are first, but, after that, the second most important thing that people think about is energy and energy costs and having access to…
The first value of American leadership is the safety and security of our citizens. While it is important to support those fleeing conflicts across the globe, the CIA Director's recent statements on the distinct possibility of additional…
Pennsylvania's Fifth Congressional District, which I am proud to represent, includes the Allegheny National Forest. The forest covers more than 500,000 acres, and the use of its hardwoods has supported the communities of the Elk, Forest…
Next Wednesday, we will observe Veterans Day, which is dedicated to the brave men and women who have served in our Armed Forces. I believe one of the most important things we can do is to instill respect and honor among our Nation's young…
Today I rise to recognize the efforts in Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania's Fifth Congressional District to reintroduce the American chestnut tree. Before the 1900s, the American chestnut was the dominant tree in the eastern United States. In…
Since first being elected to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania's Fifth Congressional District, I have had the honor to represent both the Allegheny National Forest and Pennsylvania's historic Oil Region, where the commercial oil industry…
I would like to thank my good friend, co-chair of the Career and Technical Education Caucus, Mr. Langevin from Rhode Island, for his leadership and his remarks. I also rise in recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, which runs through…
I think parents are very, very unaware of the wage data associated with many of our career and technical education fields.
I thank the chairman for affording me the opportunity to address such a critical issue. This reform package will protect taxpayer dollars while reforming some of the most egregious portions of the Affordable Care Act. As a member of the…
This weekend I will be joining countless advocates in Centre County, Pennsylvania, for a Buddy Walk hosted by the National Down Syndrome Society. These walks have been held across the Nation for the past 20 years, raising awareness and…
I thank my colleague for the time to speak on this bill, which I wholeheartedly support, because ending this oil export ban will not only boost our economy, it will also improve our foreign policy. I also rise with hesitation to a proposed…
I thank my colleague from Pennsylvania for yielding and for leading on this incredibly important issue that is before us. I rise in support of Congressman Murphy's bill, H.R. 2646, the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2015…
Just a few minutes ago, I cast an affirmative vote for the National Defense Authorization Act for 2016. However, I do have great concern over an important measure which was all but removed from the legislation we voted on today. Earlier…
A few weeks ago, I was proud to announce grant funding for the Centre County Youth Services Bureau, an organization in my district which operates an emergency shelter, assisting youth, ages 12-17, who are homeless, runaways, or at risk for…
Early this month, I visited Brookville, Jefferson County, located in my district, to congratulate local officials and community leaders on securing funds for a long-awaited project. The Historic Brookville Town Square is one of the most…
This has been, once again, a really catastrophic wildfire season. In fact, we saw the loss of lives of individuals who serve our country in the United States Forest Service, and so we certainly keep them and their family members in our…
if rural America fails, this country fails because those are just basic fundamental needs.
The President's Fiscal Year 2016 budget request zeroed out the Community Facilities Guaranteed Loan Program.
I have significant concerns. I work very closely with the rural electric cooperatives.
Today I rise in memory of those lost in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. It is hard to believe that so many years have passed since the tragic events of 9/11, since the sadness and loss are so fresh for many throughout this…
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