This is a pretty incredible week here in Washington, D.C., an incredible week for the American people. When you look at the things that we accomplished this week, we have had historic tax reform--long overdue. This is a break for…
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.
This week is Rural Health Week in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is a time to promote awareness of the full range of issues that impact rural health throughout the State and the health status of rural Pennsylvanians. Nationally…
Tomorrow marks the 242nd birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps. In today's own unpredictable world, the Marines are as important and essential now as ever before. I am proud to have a member of the Marine Corps serving in my Washington office…
Can I inquire as to how much time remains? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from Pennsylvania has 19 minutes remaining.
I appreciate the gentleman's leadership on the Agriculture Committee. Really, I think sometimes we take for granted basic essentials, such as food. Normally, these programs are for people who are, for temporary reasons or economic reasons…
I have to say it has been very impressive. In the middle of that hurricane, I know that I communicated with the gentlewoman by text, and she was what we call where I am from ``hunkered down.'' But she has been there for the people she…
On Saturday, the Nation celebrates Veterans Day, a day where we honor all those who have served in the Armed Forces. As we pay tribute with ceremonies and parades, we must remember that freedom is not free. Many of our veterans live with…
I just want to mention-- because I think we have talked about the wildfires in California and Oregon. We have heard about the terrible--the one-two punch, actually, in Puerto Rico with Hurricanes Maria and Irma, and how these programs are…
Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to visit the Pregnancy Resource Clinic in State College, Pennsylvania, Centre County, Pennsylvania's Fifth Congressional District. The Pregnancy Resource Center is the only community-funded medical…
This week, Penn State University recognizes Military Appreciation Week, which is in conjunction with its homecoming celebration. The Penn State Homecoming and Military Appreciation game will take place, and appropriately so, on Veterans…
I thank the chairman and ranking member for their support and their kind words. Mr. Speaker, I do rise today in support of H.R. 2123, the Veterans E- Health and Telemedicine Support Act, also known as the VETS Act. Years ago, a constituent…
On Saturday, the Nation celebrates Veterans Day. Originally called Armistice Day, November 11, 1919, marked the end of World War I. In 1926, Congress passed a resolution for an annual observance, and November 11 became a national holiday…





