Press Releases
Washington, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee’s Conservation and Forestry Subcommittee, held a public hearing “To review the National Forest System and active forest management.”
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-05) announced the winners of the 2015 Congressional Art Competition. The first place winner will have the opportunity to have their entry displayed in the United States Capitol Building for one year. The second and third place winners will have their artwork displayed in one of Thompson’s district offices, located in Bellefonte and Titusville.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-05) announced that the United States Small Business Administration’s (SBA) deadline to apply for a working capital disaster loan in Bradford, Potter and Tioga counties is May, 26, 2015.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-05) announced that Katelyn Walbridge, of Mill Hall, has accepted an appointment for admission to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Ms. Walbridge is the daughter of James and Ellen Walbridge.
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-05) announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded a $150,000 federal grant to the Bradford Regional Airport in McKean County, Pennsylvania.
“Access to the national air transportation system is an essential element in supporting our local economy,” said Thompson. “This federal investment will allow the airport to continue to provide safe and reliable transportation options to our community and the surrounding area.”
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-05), issued this statement following passage of H.R. 1105, The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015:
WASHINGTON – Earlier this week, the EIA released their energy outlook which predicts that the U.S. will be a net exporter of natural gas by 2017. Leaders of the Congressional Natural Gas Caucus understand the magnitude of this geopolitical transition and the implications for ensuring American energy security through continued natural gas development and investment.
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT' Thompson (PA-05), Chairman of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry, released this statement following the United States Forest Service's decision to withdraw the Proposed Directive on Groundwater Management:
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-05) announced that Rebecca F. Layng of State College, Pennsylvania, has accepted an appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Rebecca is the daughter of Ken and Megan Layng.
On Sept. 22, 2011, former Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen referred to our national debt as “the single biggest threat to our national security.” He was correct in his statement that the United States continues to suffer from overbearing debt and unless immediate action is taken, future generations will face unsurmountable challenges.