Glenn Thompson

To establish a contracting preference for public buildings that use innovative wood products in the construction of those buildings, and for other purposes.

The federal government would be required to prioritize buying wood products made using new manufacturing techniques when constructing or renovating public buildings. This preference would apply to federal construction projects and could affect timber companies, construction firms, and government agencies that manage building projects. The goal is to boost demand for innovative wood products while potentially supporting domestic forestry and construction industries.

Student Aid Fraud Oversight and Accountability Act of 2026

This bill would create stronger oversight and accountability measures to prevent fraud in federal student aid programs, likely including new reporting requirements, auditing procedures, and penalties for institutions or individuals that misuse education funds. The legislation would affect colleges, universities, student loan servicers, and students by establishing clearer rules about how aid money is tracked and spent. By cracking down on fraudulent practices, the bill aims to protect taxpayer money and ensure that student aid actually reaches students who need it.

Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 This bill (commonly known as the farm bill) reauthorizes through FY2031 and modifies Department of Agriculture programs that address commodity support, conservation, trade and international food aid, nutrition assistance, farm credit, rural development, research and extension activities, forestry, energy, horticulture, crop insurance, livestock and other animals, and foreign investments in U.S. agricultural land.

Skill Savings Account Act of 2026

The proposal would create special savings accounts that workers can use to set aside money for job training, education, and skill-building programs without paying taxes on the earnings in those accounts. These accounts would help people pay for courses, certifications, and other training to advance their careers or switch to new fields. Workers would get a tax break on the money they save for these purposes, making it more affordable to invest in their own professional development.

ACE Act

The ACE Act addresses education policy, though the specific details would depend on what "ACE" stands for in this context. Based on its referral to the House Committee on Education and Workforce, the bill likely proposes changes to how schools operate, how students are educated, or how education funding works. Without knowing the bill's full name or specific provisions, the exact impact on students, teachers, and schools cannot be determined from the title alone.

Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act

Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act This bill requires the Department of Education to establish a pilot program in order to award grants to partnerships between postsecondary educational institutions and employers in critical infrastructure sectors for cybersecurity education programs.

Supporting the goals and ideals of "Career and Technical Education Month".

This resolution recognizes Career and Technical Education Month to highlight the importance of vocational training and skilled trades programs that prepare students for jobs in fields like construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and information technology. The measure aims to raise awareness among students, educators, and employers about career pathways that don't require a four-year college degree but lead to well-paying, in-demand positions. It affects students exploring job options, schools offering trade programs, and employers seeking skilled workers in their industries.

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".

This bill designates 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".

Supporting the designation of "Scouting America Day" in celebration of its 116th anniversary.

This bill would officially designate a day to celebrate Scouting America's 116th anniversary as a national observance. The designation is largely ceremonial and would recognize the contributions of the youth organization without creating new laws or programs. It affects Scouting America members, their families, and communities that participate in scouting activities.

Mammography Access for Veterans Act of 2025

The bill would expand a Veterans Affairs program that allows veterans to receive mammography screenings (breast cancer imaging) remotely through telehealth technology rather than having to visit a facility in person. This expansion would make it easier for veterans, particularly those in rural or underserved areas, to access breast cancer screening services without traveling long distances. The program aims to improve early detection of breast cancer among the veteran population.

Health Care Worker and First Responder Fairness Act

Health Care Worker and First Responder Fairness Act This bill exempts from the Social Security Retirement Earnings Test (RET) wages earned through work as a health care professional or first responder during the COVID-19 pandemic. Under the RET, benefits are reduced for beneficiaries who are younger than full retirement age if they earn wages in excess of a specified annual limit. Further, the Social Security Administration may issue waivers to individuals employed as health care professionals or first responders during a declared public health emergency in which there is a shortage of health care workers. Wages earned by individuals granted waivers during a public health emergency are exempt from the RET.

United States Grain Standards Reauthorization Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes the federal program that sets and enforces quality standards for grain sold in the United States, ensuring consistency and fair pricing for farmers and grain buyers. The standards help protect farmers from fraud, allow buyers to know what they're purchasing, and maintain American grain's reputation in international markets. The bill likely updates funding and rules for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's grain inspection system to keep it current with modern farming and trading practices.

Expressing support for the designation of October 5 through October 11, 2025, as "National 4-H Week".

This resolution supports the designation of National 4–H Week and recognizes the important role of 4–H as the youth development program of the Cooperative Extension System and the Department of Agriculture.

Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on September 14, 2025, as "Celebrate Community Week".

This resolution supports the designation of Celebrate Community Week.

Counseling for Career Choice Act

The proposal would require schools to provide students with career counseling and guidance to help them explore different job options and educational paths that match their interests and skills. Students would have access to information about various careers, training programs, and job market trends to make more informed decisions about their future. This would affect high school students and their families by giving them better tools to plan for life after graduation, whether that means college, trade school, or entering the workforce directly.

Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act

This bill would change how Medicare covers artificial limbs and orthotic devices (like braces) to give patients more choice in selecting their providers and equipment. It likely aims to improve the quality of care and reduce costs by allowing beneficiaries to work directly with prosthetists and orthotists rather than being limited to certain suppliers, which could help seniors and disabled people get better-fitting devices that meet their individual needs.

Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025

Federal Prisons Accountability Act of 2025 This bill modifies the appointment procedures and term of service for the Director of the Bureau of Prisons. Currently, the director is appointed by the Attorney General. This bill requires the director to be appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The bill also limits the director to a single term of 10 years.

EMS Counts Act

This bill would require emergency medical services (EMS) workers to be counted and tracked in federal labor statistics, similar to how other occupations are monitored. Currently, EMS workers are often grouped with other healthcare workers in data collection, making it hard to understand their specific employment trends, wages, and working conditions. The change would give policymakers and researchers better information about this workforce and could help identify issues like staffing shortages or pay disparities in emergency services.

Community Services Block Grant Improvement Act of 2025

This bill would strengthen federal funding and support for local community service programs that help low-income families with basic needs like food assistance, job training, and emergency services. The changes would likely give communities more flexibility in how they use federal money and improve coordination between different local programs that serve struggling families. The bill affects both the nonprofit organizations and government agencies that run these services, as well as the millions of Americans who depend on them.

Simplifying Veterans Assistance Act of 2025

Simplifying Veterans Assistance Act of 2025 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide specified guidance to entities seeking grants for the provision of comprehensive service programs to homeless veterans (e.g., rehabilitative services). Specifically, the VA must provide guidance and best practices on a publicly available VA website. Additionally, after the announcement of a funding notice and before the application deadline, the VA must offer at least two online information sessions for entities seeking grants.

Orphan Well Grant Flexibility Act of 2025

Orphan Well Grant Flexibility Act of 2025 This bill removes certain requirements, including measuring methane emissions, for grants to states under the State Orphaned Wells Program. Under the program, the Department of the Interior provides grants to states for the following purposes: (1) plugging, remediating, and reclaiming orphaned wells located on federal land; (2) identifying and characterizing undocumented orphaned wells; (3) measuring and tracking emissions of gases (e.g., methane) or contamination of water associated with orphaned wells; or (4) conducting certain other related activities. Generally, orphaned wells are oil and gas wells without solvent owners or operators responsible for cleaning up leaks from the wells. In 2024, Interior issued guidance for the grant program that requires states to conduct certain measuring and tracking activities related to the orphaned wells before and after receiving grants. However, the bill specifies that states are not required to provide such information in order to receive a grant. Instead, the bill makes measuring and tracking optional. The bill also directs Interior to enter into an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study the effect of the plugging and remediation activity on economic development, housing trends, and other potential benefits in areas where the plugging and remediation activity reclaimed a high number of well sites.

Supporting the designation of "Scouting America Day" in celebration of its 115th anniversary.

This resolution supports the redesignation of a Scouting America Day in celebration of the 115th anniversary of the incorporation of Scouting America (formerly known as Boy Scouts of America).

Supporting the goals and ideals of "Career and Technical Education Month".

This measure expresses support for Career and Technical Education Month, which celebrates vocational training programs that teach students practical job skills in fields like construction, healthcare, automotive repair, and information technology. The bill recognizes the importance of these alternative education pathways for students who may not pursue traditional four-year college degrees but want to enter well-paying careers. It does not create new programs or funding, but rather highlights the value of career and technical education to workers, employers, and communities.