Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]
Republican · PA · 19 bills sponsored
Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
# Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This legislation, known as a "farm bill," would reauthorize and update federal agriculture programs through 2031. It covers a broad range of agricultural activities including payments to farmers for growing certain crops, conservation efforts, nutrition assistance programs (like food stamps), farm loans and rural development, agricultural research, crop insurance, and livestock support. The bill also addresses international food aid and foreign investments in U.S. farmland. **Who It Affects:** This bill would impact farmers and ranchers across the country, rural communities, low-income families receiving nutrition assistance, agricultural businesses, and consumers through effects on food production and prices. It also touches on international relations through trade and food aid provisions. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-PA) and is currently in committee, meaning it's in the early stages of the legislative process and hasn't yet been voted on by the full House or Senate. Farm bills typically pass every five to six years with significant negotiation between different agricultural interests and political parties before becoming law.
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10 East Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania, as the "Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post Office Building".
# HR 7517 Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would officially rename the post office located at 10 East Main Street in Mahaffey, Pennsylvania to the "Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. Post Office Building." The legislation is a commemorative measure that honors Robert Allen Bishop, Sr. through this designation. The post office would continue operating normally under its new official name. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects the local Mahaffey, Pennsylvania community and the postal facility's staff and customers. It's a symbolic designation that doesn't change the post office's operations, services, or funding. The bill was introduced by Representative Glenn Thompson, a Republican from Pennsylvania's 15th Congressional District. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 7517 is in committee and has not been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill has not advanced beyond the initial committee stage, so it remains in the early phases of the legislative process.
To expand the telescreening mammography pilot program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
# HR 7411 Summary **What the Bill Does** HR 7411 would expand the Department of Veterans Affairs' telescreening mammography pilot program. Telescreening mammography uses remote technology to allow radiologists to review breast cancer screening images from a distance, rather than requiring patients to be in the same location as the specialist reviewing their scans. This bill aims to make this program available to more veterans across the country. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects female veterans who need breast cancer screening. By expanding this program, more veterans—particularly those in rural or underserved areas—could potentially access mammography services without traveling long distances to VA facilities with on-site radiologists. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Glenn Thompson (R-PA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. No additional provisions beyond the program expansion are detailed in the available information.
Health Care Worker and First Responder Fairness Act
# Health Care Worker and First Responder Fairness Act (HR 6543) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill, currently under consideration in Congress, is designed to address fairness issues affecting healthcare workers and first responders (such as police, firefighters, and paramedics). However, specific details about what changes it proposes are not publicly available in the provided information. Typically, bills with this title might address issues like pay equity, benefits, hazard pay, mental health support, or workplace protections for these workers. **Who It Affects:** The bill would directly impact healthcare workers (doctors, nurses, hospital staff) and first responders across the country, though the exact scope depends on its specific provisions. It could also affect state and local budgets if it mandates certain benefits or protections. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6543 remains in committee review, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Bills in committee may be revised, advanced for a vote, or stalled indefinitely. *Note: For complete details on the bill's specific provisions, readers should consult Congress.gov or contact the bill's sponsor's office, as the summary information provided is limited.*
United States Grain Standards Reauthorization Act of 2025
# United States Grain Standards Reauthorization Act of 2025 — Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill extends federal rules for grain quality and inspection through 2030. Currently, the U.S. Department of Agriculture sets standards for grains like corn, wheat, and soybeans, and inspects them to ensure quality. Several of these inspection authorities are set to expire on September 30, 2025. This bill renews those authorities for five more years, allowing the government to continue inspecting grains, setting quality standards, and collecting fees from grain companies to pay for these inspection services. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects grain producers, grain buyers, and the agricultural industry. Key provisions include: renewing the Federal Grain Inspection Service's ability to charge fees for inspection and weighing services; maintaining a 30% cap on administrative costs for these services; continuing monitoring of foreign grain ports; and reauthorizing a committee that advises on grain standards. These provisions ensure consistent quality standards for grain sold domestically and internationally, protecting both producers and consumers. **Current Status** The bill has passed the House of Representatives and is awaiting Senate consideration. It was sponsored by Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-PA).
HEALTH Act of 2025
# HEALTH Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The HEALTH Act would expand Medicare coverage for telehealth services, particularly for rural and underserved areas. Key changes include allowing audio-only (phone) visits to be covered by Medicare, permanently enabling federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics to operate as remote telehealth providers, and removing certain geographic restrictions that currently limit where telehealth can be provided. The bill would also standardize payment for telehealth services to match the rates paid for in-person care, rather than using separate payment rules. **Who It Affects:** Medicare beneficiaries would benefit from broader access to remote healthcare options. Rural patients and those in underserved areas could access more convenient care through their local clinics. Healthcare providers at federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics would gain flexibility in delivering telehealth services. The change could also impact how Medicare reimburses these services across the healthcare system. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Glenn Thompson (R-PA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it's under review and has not yet been voted on by the full House. No action has been taken to advance it further at this time.
Counseling for Career Choice Act
# Counseling for Career Choice Act (HR 4965) - Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Counseling for Career Choice Act is a proposed federal law currently under review in Congress. Based on its title and sponsorship, the bill appears designed to expand or improve access to career counseling services, though specific legislative details are limited in the available information. The bill would likely affect how career guidance is delivered to students or job seekers, potentially through schools, workforce development programs, or other educational institutions. **Who It Affects and Current Status:** If passed, the bill would likely impact students, educators, school counselors, and potentially workforce development programs across the country. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. This is an early stage in the legislative process. **Note:** More detailed information about specific provisions would require access to the full bill text, which would clarify the exact scope, funding mechanisms, and implementation details of the proposed counseling initiatives.
GO Ag Act
# GO Ag Act Summary I don't have access to the detailed text or specific provisions of HR 4945 (the GO Ag Act) to provide you with an accurate summary of what it would do, who it affects, and its key provisions. The bill information you've provided shows only the basic metadata—that it's a Republican-sponsored bill from Pennsylvania currently in committee—but not the actual legislative content. To get a reliable summary, I'd recommend: - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching "HR 4945" for the full text and summary - Checking the bill sponsor's official website for their explanation - Looking at nonpartisan sources like **Ballotpedia** or the **Congressional Research Service** If you can share the bill's text or a more detailed description of its provisions, I'd be happy to help summarize it in plain language.
COTA Act
# COTA Act Summary I don't have detailed information about the specific provisions of HR 4825 (the COTA Act) in my current data. To provide you with an accurate summary of what this bill would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need access to the bill's full text or legislative details. **What I can tell you:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it's still in early stages of consideration and hasn't yet been voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Representative Glenn Thompson, a Republican from Pennsylvania. **To get accurate details,** I'd recommend checking: - Congress.gov (official source for all federal bills) - The bill's official text and summary - Your representative's website This will ensure you have the most current and complete information about what COTA stands for, what it would actually do, and which constituents would be affected.
GIVE MILK Act
# GIVE MILK Act Summary **What it does:** The GIVE MILK Act would expand milk options available to participants in the WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) nutrition program. Currently, WIC allows most eligible women and children over age two to choose only nonfat or 1% low-fat milk. This bill would add 2% reduced-fat milk and whole milk as options, giving participants more choices about which type of milk to purchase with their WIC benefits. **Who it affects:** The bill directly impacts WIC participants—primarily low-income pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and young children who receive nutrition assistance through this federal program. It could also affect dairy farmers and milk producers, depending on market demand shifts. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-PA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. No action has been taken on it at this time.
Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act
# Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act (HR 4475) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to reform how Medicare covers orthotics (braces and supports) and prosthetics (artificial limbs and body parts). While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the summary provided, bills with this title typically focus on giving patients more choice in selecting their providers, reducing restrictions on which devices Medicare will cover, and potentially adjusting payment rates to orthotists and prosthetists (the professionals who make and fit these devices). **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily impact Medicare beneficiaries who need orthotics or prosthetics, as well as the orthotists and prosthetists who provide these services. It could also affect suppliers and manufacturers of these medical devices, and potentially impact Medicare's costs depending on the specific policy changes. **Current Status** As of now, HR 4475 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Glenn Thompson (R-PA). *Note: Without access to the bill's full text, this summary is based on the bill's title and typical provisions in similar legislation.*
Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025
# Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025 is designed to increase oversight and accountability within the federal prison system. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the basic information available, bills with this title typically focus on improving transparency, monitoring conditions, documenting operations, and potentially establishing new reporting requirements for federal prisons and the Bureau of Prisons (BOP). **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect the federal prison system and Bureau of Prisons operations. It could impact incarcerated individuals, prison staff, federal agencies overseeing corrections, and Congress, which would receive additional reporting or oversight information. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee (HR 4355, 119th Congress), meaning it hasn't yet advanced to a full House vote. Sponsor Rep. Glenn Thompson is a Republican from Pennsylvania. To learn more about the specific provisions and any recent developments, you can check Congress.gov, which maintains detailed bill text and current status updates.
EMS Counts Act
# EMS Counts Act Summary The EMS Counts Act (HR 3791) would establish a national standardized system for collecting and reporting data on emergency medical services (EMS) across the United States. Currently, EMS agencies operate under varying data collection standards, making it difficult to get a complete picture of how emergency response services function nationwide. This bill aims to create consistent data reporting requirements so the government and public can better understand EMS performance, response times, staffing levels, and other operational metrics. The bill would primarily affect EMS agencies, emergency responders, and state health departments, which would need to implement the new data collection and reporting standards. Key provisions likely include establishing uniform data definitions and collection methods, setting up a centralized database for EMS information, and potentially requiring regular reporting from local and state EMS systems. The data gathered could help identify gaps in emergency services, inform policy decisions, and improve emergency response nationwide. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. No significant action has been taken since its introduction.
Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025
# Summary: Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025 **What It Does** This bill would change nutrition rules for milk served in school lunch programs across the United States. Currently, schools can only offer fat-free or low-fat milk. The bill would allow schools to also serve whole milk and reduced-fat milk—both flavored and unflavored varieties—giving students more milk options at lunch. It would also allow schools to offer either organic or regular milk. Additionally, the bill would expand who can request milk substitutes for students with dietary restrictions, allowing parents or guardians to submit the request instead of requiring it to come only from a doctor. **Who It Affects** This primarily affects schoolchildren participating in the National School Lunch Program, as well as public schools that participate in the program and make decisions about which milk options to offer. The changes would give schools more flexibility in what they can serve. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Solid American Hardwood Tax Credit Act
# Solid American Hardwood Tax Credit Act (HR 3322) — Summary **What It Would Do** This bill would create a federal tax credit for businesses that use solid American hardwood in their products. The tax credit would provide financial incentives to companies that source and process hardwood from U.S. forests, making it more cost-effective for them to use domestic wood rather than imported materials or alternatives. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily targets hardwood manufacturers, furniture makers, construction companies, and other businesses that incorporate solid hardwood into their products. It could also indirectly benefit U.S. forest workers and the timber industry by increasing domestic demand for American hardwood. Consumers might eventually see effects through changes in product pricing and availability. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee and has not advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. This means it's still in the early stages of the legislative process and would need committee approval before progressing further.
Community Services Block Grant Improvement Act of 2025
# Community Services Block Grant Improvement Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would extend and modify the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program, which helps fund anti-poverty services across the country. If passed, it would keep the program running through 2032 and make two main changes: (1) permanently lock in the current eligibility threshold at 200% of the federal poverty line—meaning people earning up to twice the poverty line could qualify for services—and (2) allow CSBG money to be used to help low-income people access high-speed internet. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill primarily affects low-income individuals and families, along with the states, tribes, and territories that distribute these funds to local organizations providing antipoverty services. Most of the funding flows as grants to community organizations on the ground. The permanent eligibility increase (from the previous 125% threshold) expands who can receive assistance. The broadband provision recognizes internet access as an anti-poverty tool in today's economy. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been brought up for a vote in Congress.
Simplifying Veterans Assistance Act of 2025
# Simplifying Veterans Assistance Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill aims to make it easier for organizations to apply for federal grants that help homeless veterans. It requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to create clear guidance and best practices on its website for organizations interested in offering housing and support services to homeless veterans. The VA would also need to hold at least two online information sessions between when grant opportunities are announced and when applications are due, to help potential applicants understand the process. **Who it affects:** The bill directly impacts nonprofits, charities, and other organizations that want to apply for VA grants to serve homeless veterans. Indirectly, it could help homeless veterans by making it easier for service organizations to get funding for housing, rehabilitation, and support programs. **Current status:** As of now, the bill (HR 1960) is in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Republican Representative Glenn Thompson of Pennsylvania.
Orphan Well Grant Flexibility Act of 2025
# Orphan Well Grant Flexibility Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Orphan Well Grant Flexibility Act of 2025 aims to increase flexibility in how federal grants are used to clean up "orphan wells"—abandoned oil and gas wells that have no responsible owner to pay for their closure. Currently, federal grant programs have strict rules about how money can be spent on these cleanup projects. This bill would likely relax those restrictions, allowing states and organizations to use the grant funds more flexibly to address these environmental hazards. **Who It Affects and Key Impact** The bill would primarily affect oil and gas producing states, environmental remediation companies, and communities dealing with abandoned wells. Orphan wells pose environmental and safety risks, including groundwater contamination and methane emissions. By providing more flexible funding options, the legislation could potentially speed up cleanup efforts and allow states to better tailor solutions to their specific needs. **Current Status** As of now, HR 1217 remains in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Glenn Thompson (R-PA) in the 119th Congress.
Skills Investment Act of 2025
# Skills Investment Act of 2025 - Summary The Skills Investment Act of 2025 (HR 464) is a bill introduced by Representative Glenn Thompson (R-PA) that focuses on workforce development and skills training programs. While specific details about the bill's provisions are limited in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to increase funding, expand access to, or modernize job training and vocational education programs—helping workers develop skills needed for in-demand jobs in fields like manufacturing, technology, healthcare, and trades. The bill would primarily affect workers seeking job training, community colleges and vocational schools that provide training programs, employers looking to hire skilled workers, and potentially federal agencies that oversee workforce development. It could also impact states and local communities that administer training programs. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee review (as of the information provided), meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. To understand the specific provisions and funding amounts, you would need to review the full legislative text on Congress.gov.