Glenn Thompson

Party: Republican

Office: US House ( District: 15 )

A life-long resident of Howard Township, Centre County, PA Congressman Glenn 'GT' Thompson was first elected to represent Pennsylvania’s Fifth (now Fifteenth) District in the U.S. House of Representatives on November 4, 2008 and was most recently sworn in to his 6th term in January 2019. The Congressman now serves as the Dean of the Pennsylvania Republican Delegation.

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What are your positions on economic policies (ex: inflation, taxes, regulations, etc.)?
Most of America has been worried about gas and groceries over the past four years. Since 2021, Pennsylvanians have seen beef prices rise by 25%, bread prices by 29%, and eggs by a whopping 74%. While some would like to blame corporate greed and...
What is your position on addressing the cost of housing?
Record inflation coupled with higher interest rates have made homeownership challenging for many people. In our region, one of the hardships associated with positive population and economic growth is that we continue to experience shortages in...
What is your position on healthcare access?
Prior to being elected to Congress, I spent 28 years as a therapist, rehabilitation services manager and a licensed nursing home administrator. As a result, I've learned firsthand the importance of access to quality healthcare in rural communities and...
What is your position on immigration policy?
We have an unprecedented crisis on our southern border, which the Biden-Harris Administration has largely ignored, despite millions illegally entering our country over the past four years. Having taken the time to visit the border on many occasions...
What is your position on abortion policy?
My position on life has always been clear: you can't be a champion for the future of this great country if you are going to limit its potential. It is my belief that every child, every human life, is sacred and has a purpose in this world...
What is your position on gun ownership policy?
Despite being a gun owner, avid sportsman and hunter, I took an oath to uphold the constitution. My support for your second amendment rights is unwavering. I have long believed the way to best address gun violence is to enforce the laws we have...
What is your position on environmental policy? (ex: addressing climate change, clean water, clean air, etc.)
As Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, my colleagues and I have introduced a variety of climate focused bills to improve forest management, increase access to precision agriculture, restore soil health practices, and produce responsible energy...
What is your position on the Israel-Hamas war?
Hamas is a terrorist organization, which attacked and killed more than 1,200 innocent civilians on October 7, 2023. More than a year later more than 100 known hostages remain in Gaza, including four American citizens. This is unacceptable. While peace...
What is your position on LGBTQ rights? (ex: marriage, adoption, gender-affirming care, sports participation, etc.)
I believe discrimination of any kind is abhorrent. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled to extend federal protections to individuals based upon sexual orientation and gender identity, in addition to race, color, or creed. The Supreme Court also settled the...
Is there anything else you'd like to add?
Throughout my time in Congress, I have consistently worked in a bipartisan manner to achieve common ground and consensus that has proven results. I credit my career in health care and volunteer experiences, whether through scouting, as an EMT...

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