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Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) made the following statement in light of recent reports that the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will soon finalize a new environmental regulation on ozone standards.  “I am proud to represent the largest manufacturing district in the Ohio congressional delegation  and the 20th largest manufacturing district in the… Read more »

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Earlier today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) delivered the following opening statement during the House Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigation Subcommittee hearing titled “The Role of the Interior Department in the Deepwater Horizon Disaster.”  Video of the opening statement can be found on Congressman Latta’s YouTube Channel.    (as delivered and for… Read more »

On June 25th, Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green), sent a letter to President Obama asking him to issue a temporary waiver of the Jones Act, a provision within the Merchant Marine Act of 1920.  The Jones Act requires all goods transported by water between U.S. ports be carried by U.S. flagged ships, constructed in the United States, owned by U.S. citizens, and crewed by U.S.… Read more »

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Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) delivered the following opening statement during the House Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigation Subcommittee hearing titled “The Role of BP in the Deepwater Horizon Explosion and Oil Spill,” with BP CEO Tony Hayward testifying.  Video of Congressman Latta’s opening statement can be found on his YouTube Channel.… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) made the following statement regarding President Obama’s address to the nation this evening.   “As the cleanup process continues in the Gulf, Americans continue to be frustrated with the lack of management and solutions from all parties involved.  After 57 days, a clear plan should have already been put into action.  While no one… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, delivered the following opening statement during today’s hearing on “Inquiry into Deepwater Horizon Gulf Coast Oil Spill.” “Chairman Stupak and Ranking Member Burgess:     I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to the families of those… Read more »