Today, Republican Leader of the House Agriculture Committee, Glenn 'GT' Thompson (R-PA), released a discussion draft of the Digital Commodity Exchange Act of 2021—a blueprint for the regulation of digital commodity markets—to solicit feedback before formally introducing the legislation. "Because of its oversight of commodity markets, the House Agriculture Committee plays a critical role in the exc... Read more »
House Agriculture Committee Republican Leader Glenn 'GT' Thompson, Chairman David Scott, General Farm Commodities and Risk Management Subcommittee Republican Leader Austin Scott, and General Farm Commodities and Risk Management Subcommittee Chair Cheri Bustos issued the following statements to commemorate the 125th Anniversary of the National Grain and Feed Association. Republican Leader Thompson ... Read more »
Remarks as prepared for delivery: Mr. Chairman, thank you for holding today’s very important—and long overdue—hearing to review current strains within the supply chain and their impact on American agriculture. I see this as the first of many public conversations on this topic by our Committee. As the United States emerges from the pandemic, we are facing a new combination of challenges and consequ... Read more »
Republican Leader of the House Agriculture Committee Glenn 'GT' Thompson testified in front of the House Rules Committee this evening against H.R. 5376, the Democrats’ sham reconciliation bill. Below are his remarks as prepared for delivery: Mr. Chairman, Ranking Member, thank you for the opportunity to speak before you today. Mr. Chairman, I am at a loss for words for today’s meeting and having ... Read more »
The Hill By Republican Leader Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) Millions of Americans lack access to reliable, high-speed internet service, and the inequality is particularly striking in rural America. The rural broadband gap results in lost opportunities to expand businesses, learn new skills, educate our children or even participate in daily activities. I represent a sprawling rural district that enco... Read more »
