ARA Honors Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson with Legislator of the Year Award

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) honors House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson, R-Pa., with the 2024 Legislator of the Year award for his support of agricultural retailers. 

“Rep. Thompson’s leadership has promoted policies that help to protect ARA member companies’ freedom to operate profitably as they deliver essential services and products to their farmer customers when they need it,” says ARA President & CEO Daren Coppock. 

“His staunch support for the ag retail industry, specifically his sponsorship of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024, aimed to reauthorize essential Farm Bill programs through 2029 and secure critical financial and disaster assistance for the agricultural community.

“ARA looks forward to continuing to work with Rep. Thompson and his colleagues in Congress to advance ARA’s public policy priorities established by our membership.”

Each year, ARA recognizes two legislators who have championed the issues of importance to agriculture and agriculture suppliers.

“I’m honored to receive this recognition from the Agricultural Retailers Association," says Chairman Thompson.

"ARA is a tremendous advocate for policies that support farmers and the businesses that keep American agriculture moving forward. I appreciate their partnership in pushing for a strong farm bill, which will ensure producers and the entire agricultural supply chain get the tools, certainty, and resources they need.”

ARA unites its members and their interests to advocate and educate on their behalf, provide services to improve their businesses, and preserve their freedom to operate and innovate, ensuring a safe and plentiful food supply for all.

To view other recipients of this award, visit the ARA's website.