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Glenn Thompson
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Glenn Thompson

Glenn Thompson

(R)
Rep. (PA-15)
Running for re-electionU.S. House (District 15) · PA · Nov 3, 2026
About Glenn Thompson

Welcome

I am honored to work for and serve the people of the 15th Congressional District of Pennsylvania as your Representative in Congress. I take my responsibility to be your voice and your vote with a commitment to service, leadership, and problem-solving.

In the 119th Congress, I am proud to serve as the Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, a role that allows me to advocate for the hard working men and women who produce the food, fiber, and energy that drives our country and feeds our families

I also have the privilege to serve you as a senior member of the House Education & Workforce Committee, with oversight of education and workforce development programs that affect all Americans, from early learning through retirement.

Time spent in Pennsylvania’s 15th District is a blessing, and meeting the folks that make up our sprawling district helps guide me to be their voice in Washington. Since going to work for you, I have driven more than 600,000 miles, held thousands of meetings, produced significant legislation, and solved some very tough casework issues that have positively impacted the lives of many of our neighbors.

I have led in speaking more days while the House was in session than any of my 434 colleagues, to not just engage in the debate, but to shape it.

My leadership in Congress reflects a respect for the opinions of my colleagues, and a willingness to come to the table. I learned early on, working in health care and serving my community as a volunteer firefighter, school board member, and scoutmaster that it’s better to listen to your neighbors, learn their needs, and work together towards practical solutions.

I believe that through collaboration, hard work, and the right temperament, we will continue to do great things for our communities, Pennsylvania, and this great country.

I look forward to earning the opportunity to continue in this service, and humbly ask for your support and vote to continue to serve you in Congress.

Sourced verbatim from gtthompson.com
Role Summary: U.S. Representative

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives write and vote on federal laws, including the federal budget. Each represents one district and serves a two-year term. Tax bills must start in the House, only the House can impeach federal officials, and members oversee federal agencies through their committees.

Quick Facts
Party
Republican
Votes with party
99% · avg 99%
Age
67
Religion
Protestant
Birthplace
Bellefonte, PA
Residence
Howard Township, PA
Born
July 27, 1959
Family
Wife: Penny; 3 Children: Parker, Logan, Kale
Contact
814-670-0432Contact Formthompson.house.gov
Election Info
District15, PA
Current Term01/03/2019 — Present
First Elected11/06/2018
Last Elected11/05/2024
Education
BS, Therapeutic Recreation
Pennsylvania State University
1981
MEd, Therapeutic Recreation
Temple University
1998
Political Career2
Representative
United States House of Representatives
2008-2018
Representative
United States House of Representatives
2019-present
Professional Background6
Chief Recreational Therapist
The Williamsport Hospital
1986-1995
Recreational Therapist
The Williamsport Hospital
1982-1986
Residential Services Aide
Hope Enterprises
1981-1982
Adjunct Faculty
Cambria County Community College
1997-1999
Employee
Centre Crest Nursing Home
1977-1980
Rehabilitation Services Manager
Susquehanna Health Services
1995-2008
Organizations26
Private Industry Council of Central Corridors
Vice Chair/Board Member
2000-2008
Howard Volunteer Fire Company
Member
1982-present
Central Pennsylvania Workforce Investment Board
Board Member
2002-2007
Pennsylvania Rural Health Association
Member
present
Inpatient Rehabilitation, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Former Technical Expert Member
Republican State Committee
Former Member
Juniata Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America
President
2007-2009
Republican National Convention
Alternate Delegate
2004
American Therapeutic Recreation Association
Board Member
1997-2000
American Therapeutic Recreation Association
Board Member
1998-2003
Bellefonte Intervally Chamber of Commerce
Member
1977-2000
Juniata Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America
Senior Vice President
2005-2007
Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society
Board Member
1985-2000
Private Industry Council, Centre County
Board Member
1999-2000
American Therapeutic Recreation Association
President
1998-2003
Pennsylvania Therapeutic Recreation Society
President/Board Member
1990-1998
Howard Troop 353, Boy Scouts of America
Scoutmaster
1981-2008
American Therapeutic Recreation Association
Treasurer
1997-2000
Republican Governors Club
Member
present
Howard First United Church of Christ
Member
present
Pennsylvania Head Injury Foundation
Former Director
Pennsylvania Therapeutic Recreation Society
Former President
Pennsylvania Therapeutic Recreation Society
Former Director
Centre County Republican Party
Chair
2002-2008
Pennsylvania Rural Development Council
Member
present
Bald Eagle Area School Board
Member
1990-1996
Committees4
Agriculture Committee
Education & Labor Committee
Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education
Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development
Recent votes5
HR 9340Ratepayer Protection ActVoted YesHR 5334Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026Voted YesHR 10326Preventing Rip-offs and Obtaining Oversight of Funds (PROOF) ActVoted YesHR 2978Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees from Deception (GUARD) Act of 2026Voted YesH Con Res 93Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with IranVoted No
Quick Facts
Party
Republican
Votes with party
99% · avg 99%
Age
67
Religion
Protestant
Birthplace
Bellefonte, PA
Residence
Howard Township, PA
Born
July 27, 1959
Family
Wife: Penny; 3 Children: Parker, Logan, Kale
Contact
814-670-0432Contact Formthompson.house.gov