Press Releases
- November 20, 2009: Thompson Joins Education and Labor Committee Colleagues To Ask for Hearing on Rising Unemployment and Erroneous Job Reports
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today sent a letter to the Chairman of …More
- November 20, 2009: Thompson Reiterates Opposition to I-80 Tolling To Federal Highway Administrator Mendez
Washington, D.C.—Members of the Pennsylvania Congressional Delegation, today at a briefing on Capitol Hill, had …More
- November 17, 2009: Census Bureau Accepting Job Applications
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that the U.S. Census Bureau is …More
- November 10, 2009: Thompson Votes `No’ on Pelosi Health Care Takeover
Washington, D.C.—U. S. Rep Glenn "GT" Thompson, R-Howard, Saturday voted "No" on the health care …More
- November 6, 2009: Thompson Decries New Unemployment Figure of 10.2%
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard today blasted the Democrat leadership, who are proceeding …More
- November 3, 2009: Thompson Reads the Pelosi Health Care Bill
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today joined his Republican colleagues in a group …More
- November 3, 2009: Thompson Encourages Applications for Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grants
Washington, D.C.—The Department of Homeland Security will open the application period for the Staffing for …More
- October 30, 2009: Thompson Reacts to Third I-80 Tolling Application
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, last night received a copy of the third …More
- October 21, 2009: Thompson Joins Natural Gas Caucus’ Official Launch at Hearing;T. Boone Pickens & Penn State’s Dr. Robert Watson Testify
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson joined fellow Members of Congress today officially launching the …More
- October 1, 2009: Committee for Education Funding Honors Thompson
Washington, D.C.—The Committee for Education Funding last night awarded the Outstanding New Member Award to …More
- September 28, 2009: Six PA Congressmen Nominate Erick Coolidge for Dairy Advisory Role
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, joined five of his Pennsylvania Congressional colleagues today …More
- September 28, 2009: Thompson Honors Tom and Patti Long as Angels in Adoption™
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced he has selected Tom and Patti …More
- September 24, 2009: Thompson to Hold Seminar for High School Students at Pitt-Bradford
Washington, D.C.—More than 280 students from high schools throughout the Western part of the 5th …More
- September 24, 2009: Thompson to Hold Seminar for High School Students at Lock Haven University
Washington, D.C.—More than 240 students from high schools throughout the Eastern part of the 5th …More
- September 23, 2009: Thompson Praises CBS News on Cap and Trade Truth
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson today praised CBS News, which reported the Administration’s real …More
- September 15, 2009: Thompson Encourages Applications for Assistance to Firefighters Grants
Washington, D.C.—The Department of Homeland Security will open the application period for Assistance to Firefighters …More
- September 9, 2009: Children 4 to 5 Times More at Risk for H1N1 Flu Thompson Co-Chairs H1N1 Hearing
Washington, D.C.—In August the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology estimated that half …More
- September 3, 2009: Thompson: Deadline Approaches for Military Academy Applications
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson today reminded high school students in the 5th Congressional …More
- August 20, 2009: Thompson Comments for the Record on ANF Settlement
Washington, D.C.—“I have deep concerns that the actions taken by the Forest Service in response …More
- July 28, 2009: Thompson Bill Passes House "The Educating Entrepreneurs through Today's Technology Act"
Washington, D.C.—Today the House of Representatives passed by voice vote, House Resolution 1807, the Educating …More
- July 21, 2009: House Passes Thompson Resolution Honoring Heisman
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, was gratified today as his House Resolution, recognizing …More
- July 17, 2009: Thompson Request for Beaver Creek Reservoir Funds Included in House Passed Energy and Water Funding Bill
Washington, D.C.—U.S Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced that the Energy and Water Appropriations …More
- July 17, 2009: Thompson Announces $50,000 in Financial Services Bill for Lock Haven University Small Business Development Center
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced that $50,000 has been included in …More
- July 16, 2009: Democrats Block Thompson Amendment to Prevent Government Takeover of Insurance Markets
Washington, D.C.—As a member of the Education and Labor Committee, U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, …More
- July 15, 2009: U.S. Department of Education Responds to Delegation Letter: Rendell Must Resubmit Application to Include 4 Universities
Washington, D.C.—U. S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, heard from the U.S. Department of Education …More
- July 9, 2009: Thompson Reminds Seniors in High School: Time to Apply for Military Academies
Washington, D.C.—“Deep in the middle of the summer vacation, it is difficult for soon-to-be high …More
- July 8, 2009: Thompson Staff to Hold Constituent Hours throughout District
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that his district office staff will …More
- July 7, 2009: Thompson Announces a $525,170 Department of Health and Human Services Grant to Keystone Rural Health Consortia
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced the Department of Health and Human …More
- July 6, 2009: Thompson, Agriculture Department, North Central Regional Planning and State Environmental Protection to Host Energy Grant Workshop
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced he will co-sponsor a workshop detailing …More
- June 25, 2009: Thompson Announces $1.3 million to University Park Airport
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced the Federal Aviation Administration has awarded …More
- June 25, 2009: Thompson Announces $99,000 Rural Development Grant
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced $99,000 has been awarded to the …More
- June 24, 2009: Thompson Voices Concerns about Government Takeover of Health Care
Washington, D.C.—Members of the Education and Labor Committee got their first and only hearing today …More
- June 19, 2009: Thompson Adds $250,000 for Lycoming Project to House Funding Bill
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced that he requested $250,000 for the …More
- June 19, 2009: Thompson Adds $250,000 Centre Project To House-Passed Funding Measure
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced that he requested $250,000 for the …More
- June 16, 2009: Thompson Announces Disaster Loans to Warren & McKean Counties
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today received a copy of a letter from …More
- June 11, 2009: Thompson Questions Secretary Vilsack on Cap and Trade Costs
Washington, D.C.—In a hearing today before the House Agriculture Committee, Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack …More
- June 10, 2009: Thompson and GOP Colleagues Introduce American Energy Plan
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today joined other members of the GOP American …More
- June 3, 2009: Congressman Thompson Quizzes Agriculture Undersecretary on ANF
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today pushed the Forest Service to acknowledge that the …More
- May 29, 2009: Thompson Announces $627,000 for Williamsport Regional Airport
Washington, DC—U. S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced the Federal Aviation Administration has …More
- May 27, 2009: Thompson Statement at May 26 Energy Solutions Group Summit in Pittsburgh
Congressman Pence, thank you for your hard work and leadership on this issue. Pennsylvania led the …More
- May 27, 2009: Thompson Stresses Negative Consequences of Cap and Tax
DuBois—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, said the legislation in Congress to create a cap …More
- May 22, 2009: Thompson Asks Halt to White House Auto Task Force Actions
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today joined Reps. Steve LaTourette (R-Ohio) and Dennis …More
- May 20, 2009: Thompson Bill Included in House-passed Small Business Measure
Washington, DC—A measure to encourage job creation in this nation passed the House of Representatives …More
- May 19, 2009: Thompson Announces Nursing Grant to Clarion University
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced that the Department of Health and …More
- May 19, 2009: Thompson Honors Ross McGinnis at Pittsburgh Ceremony
Pittsburgh—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, said today, “Generals and privates alike say that more …More
- May 15, 2009: Thompson Announces Kistler Accepts Nomination
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced that Hobart K. Kistler of Centre …More
- May 15, 2009: Thompson: Now Accepting Nominations to U.S. Military Academies
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson today announced he is accepting academy nomination applications to …More
- May 14, 2009: Thompson Attempts to Rein-In Out-of-Control Spending
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today used a parliamentary procedure on the floor …More
- May 8, 2009: The Pennsylvania State University Receives Grant for Population Research
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson today announced the Department of Health and Human Services …More
- May 7, 2009: Deadline Approaches for Assistance to Firefighters Grants
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson today reminded fire companies in the 5th District that …More
- May 5, 2009: Thompson Criticizes Cap and Tax Legislation
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson today joined his colleagues in the American Energy Solutions …More
- May 5, 2009: Thompson- Connolly Bill Seeks Repeal of Telephone Excise Tax
WASHINGTON, DC –Congressmen Glenn `GT’ Thompson (R-Howard) and Gerry Connolly (D-VA) have sponsored legislation to …More
- April 30, 2009: Thompson Announces Kersey Student Will Attend Air Force Academy
Washington, DC—U.S. Representative Glenn `GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, today announced Cory A. Smith of Kersey has …More
- April 30, 2009: Clearfield Area High School Student Heading to U.S. Air Force Academy
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that Parker Herrington, a …More
- April 29, 2009: Thompson: Cap and Tax will Devastate Small Businesses, Family Farms
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, a member of the House Small …More
- April 29, 2009: Thompson Urges Constituents to Take Common-Sense Precautions Against Swine Flu/H1N1 Virus
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson, R-Howard, was briefed today on the swine …More
- April 22, 2009: How 'bout that San Francisco Treat! Speaker Pelosi Guarantees Cap and Trade THIS YEAR
Higher energy costs and increased unemployment to followWashington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, …More
- April 20, 2009: FY 2009 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Application Period is Now Open
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson announced today that The Department of Homeland …More
- April 16, 2009: Thompson Criticizes Forest Service for One-Sided 'Settlement' in ANF Lawsuit
Attends Public Meeting, Meets with ANF Leadership, and Local Stakeholders to Reaffirm his Support of …More
- April 15, 2009: Jersey Shore Student Accepts Fully-Qualified Appointment to Naval Academy
Titusville, PA – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that Ian Eisenhauer of …More
- April 14, 2009: Tax Day is Here, Prepare for Bigger Bill Next Year
Bellefonte, PA – With the arrival of Tax Day, millions of Americans are preparing to …More
- April 2, 2009: Thompson Introduces Legislation to Assist Small Businesses, Distance Education; Constituent Testifies Before Congress
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, introduced legislation this week that will …More
- April 1, 2009: Thompson Discusses ANF Drilling Issues with Local Stakeholders
Washington, DC – U.S Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, Howard, issued the following statement summarizing recent …More
- March 31, 2009: House Republican Leadership Taps Thompson to Join American Energy Solutions Group
Group will develop policy that ensures energy independence without raising taxesWashington, DC – U.S. Representative …More
- March 30, 2009: Thompson Submits Official Comment on ANF Forest Plan - Calls for Immediate Action on Oil and Gas Permitting
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, this afternoon delivered a letter to Kent …More
- March 27, 2009: Thompson, Gabler Hold Joint Constituent Hours in Elk and Clearfield County April 2
DuBois, PA – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, Howard, and State Representative Matt Gabler, Treasure …More
- March 26, 2009: Thompson Calls for Smart Government, not Big Government Solutions
President’s budget will leave a legacy of debt for future generationsWashington, DC – U.S. Representative …More
- March 17, 2009: Thompson Supports Legislation to Recoup AIG Bonuses
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, joined his fellow freshman Republican colleagues …More
- March 16, 2009: Congressman Thompson Outraged over AIG Bonuses
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, issued the following statement denouncing AIG’s …More
- March 16, 2009: Thompson Announces $190,000 for Warren County Career Center
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative GT Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that the Warren County Career …More
- March 16, 2009: Thompson Announces $238,000 for Pitt-Bradford Energy Institute
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that the University of …More
- March 16, 2009: House Republicans Hopeful Stimulus Oversight Committee Will Protect Taxpayers, Stop Waste
Former Erie Congressman will serve on panel created to track how Pennsylvania uses roughly $18 …More
- March 13, 2009: Thompson Announces $571,000 in Federal Funds for Rural Healthcare
Bellefonte, PA – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that he has secured …More
- March 12, 2009: Thompson Secures $1.73 Million in Federal Funding for PSU Ag Sciences
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that he has secured …More
- March 11, 2009: Thompson Announces $250,000 for Lycoming County Emergency Operations Center
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that he has secured …More
- March 11, 2009: Thompson Announces $2.356 Million in Federal Funding for Centre County
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that Centre County will …More
- March 10, 2009: Thompson, Bipartisan Rural Caucus Call for White House Office of Rural Policy
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, cosigned a letter that was sent …More
- March 9, 2009: Thompson disappointed in Obama's decision to use taxpayers dollars to destruct human life
Washington, DC - U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, issued the following statement in response …More
- March 4, 2009: Thompson Takes Office on the Road, will hold Constituent Hours Across the Fifth District
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that his district office …More
- March 2, 2009: Thompson: Sustained progress in Iraq is evident, Afghanistan remains volatile and fragile
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, issued the following statement on his …More
- February 27, 2009: State College Student Accepts Fully-Qualified Appointment to the U.S. Military Academy
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that Andrew Eck of …More
- February 27, 2009: Thompson Takes Office on the Road, will host Constituent Hours in Bradford March 6
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that his district office …More
- February 27, 2009: Thompson Takes Office on the Road, will host Constituent Hours in Warren and Tionesta March 3
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that his district office …More
- February 26, 2009: Obama Budget to Increase Taxes on 100% of Americans, will Stifle Economic Growth
Washington, DC – Reacting to President Obama’s budget blueprint, U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, …More
- February 25, 2009: Thompson Signs on to Secret Ballot Protection Act, Legislation to Protect Workers Rights; Preserve the Democratic Process
Washington, DC – Workers rights and the preservation of the democratic process in the unionization …More
- February 24, 2009: Thompson Applauds President Obamas call for Fiscal Discipline
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, issued the following statement upon conclusion …More
- February 24, 2009: Thompson Praises Penn State Students for record setting THON
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative and Penn State Alumnus, Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, took to …More
- February 23, 2009: Thompson to host Clearfield County Commissioner Mark McCracken in Nations Capitol for Obamas State of the Nation Address
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that he will be …More
- February 19, 2009: Thompson Introduces the Keeping Americas Freeways Free Act; Bipartisan Legislation to Prohibit the Tolling of Federal Highways
DuBois, PA – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Pa., announced today that he has introduced …More
- February 18, 2009: Thompson Talks Stim-u-less with WNEP-TV and WJAC-TV
Bellefonte, PA – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, caught up with WNEP-TV (Scranton/Wilkes-Barre) and …More
- February 15, 2009: Thompson marks Presidents Day by Honoring Washington and Lincoln
Bellefonte, PA – U.S. Representative Glenn 'GT' Thompson, R-Howard, issued the following statement honoring two …More
- February 13, 2009: Thompson calls for a Timely and Targeted Stimulus Package; Urges Senate to Reject House Passed Measure
Washington, DC – With an ailing economy and unemployment on the rise, U.S. Representative Glenn …More
- February 13, 2009: Thompson to Appear Live on PCNs Call In Program, will take viewers calls Monday, February 16 at 7:00 p.m.
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, will appear live on the Pennsylvania …More
- February 12, 2009: Thompson, Pennsylvania Colleagues Honor Pittsburgh Steelers
Washington, DC – U.S Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, joined his Pennsylvania colleagues and freshman …More
- February 11, 2009: Thompson Speaks out Against Stim-u-less Package
Washington, DC – Reaffirming his opposition to the current spending bill making its way through …More
- February 4, 2009: Thompson Named to Education and Labor Committee
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, R-Howard, was informed by the House Republican …More
- February 2, 2009: Thompson Attends Groundhog Day, Punxsy Phil Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter
Punxsutawney, PA - In an age old tradition in Northwestern Pennsylvania, thousands flocked to Gobbler’s …More
- January 28, 2009: Thompson Votes against Democrat Stim-u-less Package, Calls for Tax Relief and Increased Infrastructure Spending
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson, R-Howard, today voted in opposition to a …More
- January 27, 2009: Thompson, House Republicans Meet with President Obama
Washington, DC – Holding true to a campaign pledge to end the partisan politics that …More
- January 22, 2009: Thompson Marches for Life with Fifth District Residents
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson, R-Howard, joined hundreds of Fifth District residents …More
- January 21, 2009: Thompson Votes Against Latest Government Bailout, Urges Democratic Leadership to Exercise Fiscal Discipline
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson, R-Howard, joined 165 other Members today in …More
- January 20, 2009: Thompson Comments on the Swearing-in of President Obama and Vice President Biden
Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson, R-Howard, issued the following statement on the …More
- January 16, 2009: One Month Countdown, Digital T.V. Conversion Around the Corner
Television broadcast feeds to switch from analog to digital on February 17DuBois, PA – With …More
- January 14, 2009: Thompson Supports Reauthorization of Childrens Health Insurance Program
Disappointed that debate and input were prevented by the Democratic LeadershipWashington, DC – Congressman Glenn …More
- January 13, 2009: Thompson Announces $190,000 in Federal Funds for Ridgway Fire Department
Washington, DC – Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson, R-Howard, announced today that the Ridgway Fire Department …More
- January 8, 2009: Thompson Named to Agriculture and Small Business Committees
Washington, DC – Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson, R-Howard, today was appointed by the Republican Steering …More
- January 6, 2009: Thompson Takes Office, Hits the Ground Running
Washington, DC – Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson, R-Howard, today was sworn in as a Member …More
