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April 1, 2021

Clarion, PA – This week, U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson announced that the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)approved a$1.5 million grant to Indiana County, for the County Broadband Deployment Initiative. The project will deploy over 100 miles of fiber optic cable and establish 8 wireless telecom sites, providing high-speed broadband access to approximately 825 households and 75 businesses.

April 1, 2021

Clarion, PA—Today, U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) hosted a field hearing of a working group of Congressional and Pennsylvania State Legislators, entitled Local Voices: Examining PennDOT's P3 Major Bridge Tolling Proposals at the Clarion County Administrative Building.

The purpose of the hearing was to examine the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's Major Bridge Tolling Proposal and receive testimony from PennDOT's Secretary Yassmin Gramian.

March 25, 2021

In a recent episode of the popular YouTube show Louder With Crowder, host Steven Crowder dedicates a segment of his show to discussing the $5 billion allocated for black farmers in the American Rescue Act. Though in a self-proclaimed comedy show, the segment wasn't funny; it was insensitive, ignorant, and in poor taste.

The segment begins with a news story describing the discrimination faced by farmers of color through government agricultural programs. Overheard in the background, one of Crowder's co-hosts can be heard asking, "Do they got receipts on that?"

Issues:Agriculture
March 19, 2021

Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Congressman Glenn "GT" Thompson met with PennDOT Secretary Yassmin Gramian and representatives from Governor Wolf's office to answer questions regarding PennDOT's P3 Major Bridge Tolling Proposal.

March 17, 2021

"We must restore the rule of law to our southern border. In the 57 days since President Biden has taken office, we have witnessed a surge in illegal border crossings, causing a humanitarian and national security crisis. The Administration, through executive order, has chosen to terminate the Migrant Protection Protocols, axe asylum agreements, and promote ‘catch and release.' The Administration is directly responsible for these policy changes and they must take responsibility.

March 15, 2021

Howard, PA—The office of Congressman Glenn 'GT' Thompson is now accepting entries for the 2021 Congressional Art Competition. Since 1982, the Congressional Art Competition has provided Members of Congress the opportunity to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of young constituents. Over the years, more than 650,000 students have participated.

March 12, 2021

U.S. Rep. Glenn "G.T." Thompson fears a generation of milk drinkers may have been lost due to a decade-old federal policy that prohibits whole milk being served to students in schools.

That leaves only skim and 1% milk, which, the congressman realizes, many children likely consider less flavorful. Therefore, they get turned off to milk.

March 11, 2021

Washington, D.C. Republican Leader of the House Agriculture Committee Glenn ‘GT' Thompson (PA-15) and Congressman Antonio Delgado (NY-19) have introduced a bill to allow for unflavored and flavored whole milk to be offered in school cafeterias.

The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2021 highlights the many benefits milk provides to young Americans. From providing numerous essential nutrients to multiple health benefits, milk remains critical to youth development.

March 10, 2021

Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Glenn 'GT' Thompson voted against H.R. 1319, a $1.9 trillion package thinly veiled as COVID-19 relief. Following the vote, Mr. Thompson issued the following statement:

March 2, 2021

Farm Journal news director John Herath sits in for Chip this morning and we have a packed show. U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) discusses the COVID-19 package that was passed late last week. Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, talks about the 10th Circuit Appeals Court's ruling being endorsed by the EPA and what happens next. And Lance Honig, crops branch chief at USDA-NASS, explains the March survey and addresses some concerns farmers have expressed over it.

Issues:Agriculture