The chair of the House Agriculture Committee announced that he will be seeking reelection.
U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-Centre) will be running for reelection for the 15th Congressional district.
Thompson is working on finalizing a new five year legislation for the farm and nutrition programs after receiving a one year extension in November.
In December Thompson announced he has prostate cancer and would continue working in the house while undergoing treatment.
Thompson was first elected to congress in 2008.
