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Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) introduced the Permanently Repeal the Estate Tax Act of 2021, legislation that would eliminate the Federal Estate Tax, also known as the death tax. Latta introduced the legislation in previous Congresses and was a leader in the Ohio legislature of efforts to eliminate the Ohio Estate Tax. “The death tax creates real and unfair consequences for our… Read more »

Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI12), both members of the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee, along with Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), a member of the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, and Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO) re-introduced legislation that allows any health care professional in good standing with a… Read more »

Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) introduced two bills working to protect mothers, babies, and unborn children: the Support and Value Expectant (SAVE) Moms and Babies Act and the Protecting the Dignity of Unborn Children Act. “We must do everything we can to protect and defend those who cannot do so themselves,” said Latta. “In order to protect the sanctity of life, it is… Read more »

This week, President Biden signed an executive order jeopardizing America’s energy security. Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) provided the following statement in opposition to the Biden Administration’s moratorium on oil and gas leasing and in support of the Safeguarding Oil and Gas Leasing and Permitting Act: “It is possible to pursue smart environmental protection policies while also… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) provided the following statement after Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) announced he will not be running for re-election in 2022:  “Senator Rob Portman’s announcement today that he will not run for re-election is bittersweet. Since 2011, Rob has worked diligently, efficiently, and honorably in the Senate on behalf of Ohioans and Americans everywhere. His… Read more »

Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) was selected by Committee Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA5) to lead Republicans on the Communications and Technology (C&T) Subcommittee at the Energy and Commerce Committee for the 117th Congress. “It is an honor to be able to continue to serve as Republican Leader on the Communications and Technology Subcommittee under the… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) provided the following statement: “In preparation for the 59th Presidential Inauguration, let us reflect on President Abraham Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address in 1865. After almost four years of civil war, President Lincoln’s brief but brilliant address spoke to the state of the war and his vision of the future.  He said in the last… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) issued the following statement regarding President Biden’s executive order to revoke the Presidential permit for the Keystone XL Pipeline: “We must stop playing politics with America’s energy future. The House of Representatives has repeatedly approved legislation to build the Keystone XL Pipeline because boosting our economy, creating jobs, and ensuring… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) provided the following statement: “On January 6, I watched with horror as mob violence overtook the United States Capitol and American lives were lost. It was the darkest day during my time in Congress; there isn’t a close second. We mourn the loss of Capitol Police Officers Sicknick and Liebengood, and pray for the dozens of other officers who were… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) provided the following statement: “These attacks on our democracy, our nation’s Capitol, and Capitol Police are abhorrent and must stop. This is not how the Constitution has guided our country and citizens over the past 232 years. My eternal gratitude goes to the men and women who protect us 24 hours a day at the Capitol. I pray for their safety. “Like many… Read more »