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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.
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children--or WIC--is a short- term intervention program designed to help ensure pregnant women and their children are able to meet healthy nutritional needs. WIC began in…
Yesterday, the world celebrated Autism Awareness Day. Each year, Autism Speaks asks people across the Nation and around the globe to ``Light It Up Blue'' in an effort to increase understanding and acceptance. Last night, right here in our…
On Saturday the Nation celebrated Medal of Honor Day. This rarely celebrated holiday was designated by Congress in 1990 but only officially observed once, on March 25, 1991. I was pleased to see our most decorated war heroes honored last…
This week, the House Committee on Agriculture's Subcommittee on Nutrition hosted a hearing to examine USDA's three commodity distribution programs: the Emergency Food Assistance Program, the Commodity Supplemental Food program, and the…
Recently, the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education hosted a hearing to discuss the state of career and technical education in America, as well as changes that can be made to…
Today is Brain Injury Awareness Day, and I welcome those who are in Washington today to share their stories. This is near and dear to my heart. I spent nearly 30 years in healthcare rehabilitation services, and this was one of my areas of…
Today marks the 44th anniversary of National Agriculture Day, which is celebrated in classrooms and communities across the country. This year's theme is ``Agriculture: Food for Life.'' Today marks a nationwide effort to tell the true story…
The Committee should strive to sustain or increase support for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIGs).
The Committee should take seriously the opportunity to strengthen forest conservation programs.
Last week, with Representative Suzan DelBene, I introduced the Timber Innovation Act to help find new and innovative uses for wood as a building material. Proudly, the Allegheny National Forest is a part of the Fifth Congressional District…
A healthy diet for many Americans may have nothing to do with commitment, but, rather, accessibility. Limited access to supermarkets and grocery stores with fresh nutritional food can be a challenge in both rural and urban communities…
This year, the Trinity United Methodist Church in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, marks its 200th year as a house of worship. Founded in April of 1817, the church congregation began with just seven people. Schoolmaster and Methodist layman James…
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