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January 3, 2019

WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT' Thompson today was sworn in as United States Representative for Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District for the 116th Congress.

"I am humbled by the opportunity to serve the residents of Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District in the U.S. House," Rep. Thompson said. "I look forward to continuing my work on policies that will support stronger economic growth and upward mobility for individuals and families in the Commonwealth and throughout the nation."

December 12, 2018

WASHINGTON – The House of Representatives today approved a 5-year Farm Bill agreement that charts a better path for America's farmers and ranchers, rural communities, small businesses, and consumers across the country.

Issues:Agriculture
December 7, 2018

BELLEFONTE, Pa. – U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT' Thompson issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Labor's November 2018 jobs report, which showed the economy added 155,000 jobs in November and the unemployment rate was 3.7 percent:

"Today's report shows that 2018 has been a tremendous year of growth for the country. Wages are rising and Main Street is thriving.

December 6, 2018

BELLEFONTE, Pa.U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT' Thompson today applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for issuing a rule to provide schools more flexibility in implementing federal nutrition standards.

Issues:Agriculture
November 2, 2018

BELLEFONTE, Pa.U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT' Thompson issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Labor's October 2018 jobs report:

"Today's report shows that American jobs have grown and wages have expanded at the greatest rate over the past decade. The U.S. added more than 250,000 jobs in October, while many employers admit challenges to finding employees with the skills they need.

October 26, 2018

WARREN, Pa.U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT' Thompson welcomed U.S.Forest Chief Vicki Christiansen today to the Allegheny National Forest (ANF), and they underscored the need to keep the forest healthy and build upon past successes in the region.

October 26, 2018

The nation is in the midst of the "Great American Comeback," U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson said during a visit to The Era on Thursday.

Thompson, R-Pa., said he's been to a few rallies with President Donald Trump, including one recently in Erie.

"The energy, the enthusiasm — it's amazing," the congressman said. "I love working with the man, the leadership I see. Behind the scenes, working with him in the Oval Office, the Cabinet room or even on Air Force One one time with him, he has sought out my counsel, my opinions

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October 17, 2018

Rep. Glenn "GT" Thompson, R-Pa., is this year's inductee into the Pennsylvania Livestock Hall of Fame.

The ceremony was held at the Keystone International Livestock Exposition at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center.

Issues:Agriculture
October 11, 2018

BELLEFONTE, Pa.U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT' Thompson today called on Senate Democrats, who are negotiating the Farm Bill, to come to the table and get the job done for all Americans.

Issues:Agriculture
October 4, 2018

WASHINGTON –U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT' Thompson has been appointed a member of the National Council on the Arts, which advises the National Endowment for the Arts on its grant programs and other priorities.