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Venango County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 3% of income in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3% of income in Venango County, providing an average of $1,475 per capita to residents.

By Northwest PA News | Mar 1, 2025

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Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act introduced by bipartisan group

U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson has partnered with Reps.

By Northwest PA News | Feb 14, 2025

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Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act moves forward after committee approval

By Northwest PA News | Feb 12, 2025

U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson has announced the advancement of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act from the Committee on Education and Workforce.

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State grants awarded to fire and EMS companies in 65th district

By Northwest PA News | Feb 11, 2025

Rep. Kathy L. Rapp announced that fire and ambulance companies in Pennsylvania's 65th Legislative District will receive nearly $486,000 in state grants.

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Thompson and Deluzio introduce act for better orphan well management

By Northwest PA News | Feb 11, 2025

U.S. Representatives Glenn “GT” Thompson and Chris Deluzio have introduced the Orphan Well Grant Flexibility Act, aiming to give states greater flexibility in plugging abandoned oil wells.

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Pennsylvania teacher released after detention in Russia

By Northwest PA News | Feb 11, 2025

U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson announced the release of Pennsylvania school teacher Marc Fogel, who had been detained in Russia for over three and a half years.

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Resolution introduced to honor 115 years of scouting in America

By Northwest PA News | Feb 7, 2025

U.S. Representatives Glenn "GT" Thompson and Sanford D. Bishop, Jr., who co-chair the bipartisan Congressional Scouting Caucus, have introduced a resolution to celebrate the 115th anniversary of Scouting America.

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Bill on rural healthcare recruitment passes committee

By Northwest PA News | Feb 7, 2025

Rep. Kathy L. Rapp, the Republican chair of the House Health Committee, has announced that her bill aimed at providing financial incentives for recruiting rural healthcare providers has passed unanimously in the House Health Committee.

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Resolution introduced recognizing career and technical education month

By Northwest PA News | Feb 5, 2025

U.S. Representatives Glenn "GT" Thompson and Suzanne Bonamici, alongside Senators Tammy Baldwin, Ted Budd, Tim Kaine, and Todd Young, have introduced a resolution to recognize National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month.

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FOIA Request Sent to Elk County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Northwest PA News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Elk County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Clarion County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Northwest PA News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Clarion County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Forest County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Northwest PA News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Forest County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Venango County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By Northwest PA News | Feb 5, 2025

FOIA Request to Venango County Election Department Regarding Information on Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

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Hutchinson criticizes Shapiro's budget for unsustainable spending

By Northwest PA News | Feb 4, 2025

State Senator Scott Hutchinson has voiced concerns over Governor Josh Shapiro's recent state budget proposal.

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Grant awarded for Tionesta Creek stabilization project in Forest County

By Northwest PA News | Jan 28, 2025

Rep. Kathy L. Rapp has announced a $140,000 grant from the Watershed Restoration Protection Program for a stabilization project on Tionesta Creek in Kingsley Township, Forest County.

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Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act introduced by bipartisan lawmakers

By Northwest PA News | Jan 23, 2025

U.S. Representatives Glenn "GT" Thompson and Kim Schrier, along with Senators Roger Marshall, Peter Welch, Dave McCormick, and John Fetterman, have introduced the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.

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EDA awards $70,000 in grants for economic development projects in Venango County in 2023

By Northwest PA News | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $70,000 in grants for economic development projects in Venango County, Pennsylvania.

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EDA awards $70,000 in grants for economic development projects in Elk County in 2023

By Northwest PA News | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $70,000 in grants for economic development projects in Elk County, Pennsylvania.

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Thompson comments on Trump's swearing-in as President

By Northwest PA News | Jan 20, 2025

U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson released a statement following the inauguration of President Donald Trump.

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Bipartisan bill aims to enhance skills training through tax-advantaged savings accounts

By Northwest PA News | Jan 15, 2025

U.S. Representatives Glenn "GT" Thompson (R-PA-15), Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-1), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1), and Brad Schneider (D-IL-10) have introduced the bipartisan Skills Investment Act, aiming to improve access to skills training for workers...