Today, a new op-ed by Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5), appeared in The Courier regarding the brave men and women who have served our country. Below, please find an excerpt from the op-ed: Honoring Those Who've Served This Veterans Day The Courier By: Congressman Bob Latta November 10, 2025 "Every Veterans Day, I’m reminded of the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who served our nation with h... Read More »
Read an excerpt of the op-ed below, or click here to read the piece in its entirely. "Every Veterans Day, I’m reminded of the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who served our nation with honor. From our revolutionary heroes to the newest generation of service members, their stories of courage and resilience continue to inspire us here in Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District and beyond. "Th... Read More »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) personally led a U.S. Capitol tour for students from Otsego Junior High in Wood County. During the ongoing government shutdown, many federal operations, including public Capitol tours, are suspended until the government reopens. However, Members of Congress are still permitted to lead tours themselves, allowing students and visitors to continue experiencing the ... Read More »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) welcomed and personally led a U.S. Capitol tour for the Seneca County Veterans Honor Bus, which included 24 veterans from Seneca County, Ohio. During the ongoing government shutdown, many federal operations, including public Capitol tours, are suspended until the government reopens. However, Members of Congress are still permitted to lead tours themselves, allow... Read More »
Yesterday, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) personally led two U.S. Capitol tours for students from Willard High School in Huron County and Upper Sandusky Middle School in Wyandot County. During the ongoing government shutdown, many federal operations, including public Capitol tours, are suspended until the government reopens. However, Members of Congress are still permitted to lead tours themselves, ... Read More »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) personally led two U.S. Capitol tours for students for Fort Recovery Middle School in Mercer County and Antwerp Middle School in Paulding County. During the ongoing government shutdown, many federal operations, including public Capitol tours, are suspended until the government reopens. However, Members of Congress are still permitted to lead tours themselves, al... Read More »
Yesterday, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) personally led two U.S. Capitol tours for students from Marion Local Schools and Coldwater Middle School. During the ongoing government shutdown, many federal operations, including public Capitol tours, are suspended until the government reopens. However, Members of Congress are still permitted to lead tours themselves, allowing students and visitors to con... Read More »
Tonight, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) connected with over 6,716 constituents during a telephone town hall, taking questions and offering updates on the government shutdown, federal operations, and ongoing work to deliver solutions for 5th District Ohioans. “We are now on day 21 of the Democrat-led government shutdown. While Democrats continue to put politics over the American people, I remain focu... Read More »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) released the following statement to recognize National Manufacturing Day and the importance of manufacturing to the economies of Ohio and the United States: “Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District is proud to be home to more than 1,000 manufacturers, supporting 86,000 jobs that drive our state’s economy. From small family-owned shops to large-scale productions, our... Read More »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) released the following statement announcing that he has contacted the Office of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to have his pay withheld for the full length of the government shutdown. In addition, Latta has cosponsored a proposed Constitutional Amendment, H.J.Res.128, introduced by Rep. Ralph Norman (SC-5), that would prevent Members of Congress from receiv... Read More »
In a new op-ed in the Washington Times, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5), the Chairman of the Energy Subcommittee on the Energy and Commerce Committee, outlines why nuclear energy is essential to meeting America's growing energy needs. Below, please find an excerpt from the op-ed. Nuclear energy is the clean energy of America's future Washington Times By: Congressman Bob Latta September 30, 2025 "When... Read More »
Read an excerpt of the op-ed below, or click here to read the piece in its entirety. "When we talk about clean energy, solar and wind power dominate the conversation. But if we are serious about cutting carbon emissions, meeting growing energy demands, and keeping costs low for families, we cannot afford to overlook one of the most powerful tools available for our disposal: nuclear energy. "Expert... Read More »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) announced that his office will host two informational meetings for students and families from Ohio's Fifth Congressional District regarding the U.S. Military Service Academy nomination and appointment process. Elyria Academy Night: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 Transportation and Community Center 40 East Avenue, Elyria, Ohio 44035 at 7:00 p.m. Findlay Academy Night... Read More »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) released the following statement after voting in favor of the funding resolution to keep the federal government open until November 21, 2025: “Today, I voted to keep our government open and serving the American people while supporting efforts to return Congress to regular funding procedures. This short-term, clean funding resolution prevents harmful disruptions... Read More »
Read an excerpt of the op-ed below, or click here to read the piece in its entirety. "America must streamline our permitting process to ensure we have the energy to keep America competitive. Too often, we have seen energy production or transmission projects languishing in litigation and redundant bureaucracy for years. As a result, Americans have been unable to fully benefit from our nation’s vast... Read More »
