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Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) issued the following statement after voting in support of the Fiscal Responsibility and Retirement Security Act (H.R. 1173), which would cut a financially unstable long-term care insurance program under the President’s health care law. “During congressional hearings on the program it was revealed from administration witnesses that the CLASS… Read more »

On Monday, hundreds of thousands of Americans came to Washington, D.C. for the March for Life rally to exercise their freedoms of speech, assembly and religion. Individuals of all ages braved the cold, rainy January weather for hours to support the rights of the unborn and remember the over 52 million lives that have been lost by abortion. This number is staggering. Imagine the talent… Read more »

Today, Congressman Latta announced that Army Sergeant First Class (SFC) Jeremiah Gorsuch and his wife, Rebekah Gorsuch, will be his guest to President Obama’s third State of the Union address. A native from Wauseon, Ohio, SFC Gorsuch has served two tours in Iraq and one tour in Afghanistan as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist. SFC Gorsuch's awards and decorations include a Bronze… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) issued the following statement after President Obama’s State of the Union address, which marks the 1000th day since the Democrat-controlled Senate passed a budget. ON THE ECONOMY “In order for President Obama’s proposals to work and turn around the economy we can’t repeat the last three years. The President needs to end our debt problem by… Read more »

After you have finished marching past the Supreme Court to make your voice heard in support of the sanctity of life, join us in 1300 Longworth House Office Building for hot chocolate and snacks. Reception will be open from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Congressman Latta will be available to meet with constituents, take pictures, and discuss the status of pro-life legislation in the U.S. House of… Read more »

To help promote literacy, Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) is kicking off National Reading Day, January 23, by inviting public libraries in the Fifth Congressional District to participate in the Library of Congress Surplus Books Program. Materials notused by Library of Congress for their permanent collection are available for donation to educational institutions and non-profit… Read more »

Following the 39th National March for Life event, Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) hosted a Congressional reception for hundreds of constituents who attended the pro-life rally in Washington, D.C. “Throughout my 21 years in public service, I have been proud to stand with the pro-life community and have worked to protect the rights of the unborn and the conscience rights of… Read more »

Join us on Friday, January 20, 2012 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to celebrate the pro-life accomplishments in the U.S. House of Representatives. Additionally, Jan Kahle, the Respect Life Coordinator for the Diocese of Toledo, will speak on the importance of conscience protections and the Abortion Non-Discrimination Act. The event will be held at the Putnam County Educational Service… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH) made the following statement today after the Obama Administration announced that it will not expand the exemption for religious employers from the requirement that all health plans cover contraceptives approved by the FDA: “The President has once again ignored the conscience rights of Americans. This mandate will cause religious organizations to… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) issued the following statement regarding Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and Protect IP Act (PIPA): “SOPA and PIPA are well-intentioned proposals that attempt to address online piracy concerns; however, in their current form the legislation goes too far. The proposals can present damaging ramifications to free speech, global cybersecurity and… Read more »