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Rep. Latta on House Passage of Bipartisan 21st Century Cures Act

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#Cures2015 Bill Seeks to Help Patients, Modernize Health Care System, and Spark Further Innovation Rep. Bob Latta today voted in support of H.R. 6, the 21st Century Cures Act, landmark bipartisan legislation to help deliver more cures, treatments, and therapies to patients and bring our health care system into the 21st century. This legislation is the product of more than a year of…

Congressmen Latta Awards U.S. Army Veteran Mark Kovach for Exemplary Service

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On Monday, at the Civilian Marksmanship Program First Shot Ceremony of the National Trophy Pistol and Rifle Matches in Port Clinton, Congressman Bob Latta (OH­05) presented retired U.S. Army Veteran Mark Kovach with awards recognizing his distinct service as combat veteran in Vietnam. Mark walked a selfless path in service to our country. His devotedness to protecting and preserving…

Rep. Latta Statement on King v. Burwell Ruling

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U.S. Rep. Bob Latta (R-OH) released the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in King v. Burwell: “Today’s ruling does not change the fact that ObamaCare is a deeply flawed law that has not delivered on what it promised to do. We have had time to read it, we have had time to learn what’s in it, and we have had time to see it doesn’t work. It has put Washington…

Rep. Latta Votes To Strengthen Medicare By Repealing Medicare Decision-Making Board

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Yesterday, U.S. Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH) joined colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives in passing a key bill in support of seniors’ access to affordable, quality health care. H.R. 1190, the Protecting Seniors’ Access to Medicare Act of 2015, eliminates the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB), a body comprised of 15 unelected officials with authority to unilaterally cut…

Rep. Latta Supports Passage of Ratepayer Protection Act

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Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH) joined colleagues in passing H.R. 2042, The Ratepayer Protection Act, through the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation, a response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed Clean Power Plan, passed with bipartisan support 247-180. The Clean Power Plan, proposed last June, is a rule for existing power plants. In the rule,…

Rep. Latta Statement on U.S. House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Legislative Hearing

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On Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs held a legislative hearing to review several important pieces of veteran’s legislation, including H.R. 1302, the VA Appeals Backlog Relief Act, a bill introduced by Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05). “I thank Chairman Miller, Subcommittee Chairman…

Rep. Latta Votes to Repeal Medical Innovation Tax

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Today, U.S. Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH) joined colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives in passing a key bill in support of American innovation in the medical field, and a repeal on the tax that threatens its growth.  H.R. 160, The Protect Medical Innovation Act, repeals the burdensome 2.3 percent excise tax on the sale of medical devices imposed by the Patient Protection…

Congressmen Latta, Green Urge FCC Chairman to Follow Congressional Mandate

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On Thursday, June 18, Congressman Robert E. Latta (R-OH) and Congressman Gene Green (D-TX) submitted a letter to FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler regarding the Downloadable Security Technical Advisory Committee (DSTAC).       DSTAC, a working group established as part of the STELA Reauthorization Act (STELAR) was formed to examine technical issues and make recommendations on a…

Rep. Latta on EPA’s Proposed Ozone Rule and Impacts on Manufacturing

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Today, Congressman Robert E. Latta joined colleagues on the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Power at a hearing on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new proposal for National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone Rule. Testimony was heard from seven witnesses discussing the potential impacts of the rule’s implementation on the manufacturing…

Rep. Latta on House Passage of the Permanent Internet Tax Freedom Act

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Congressman Robert E. Latta (OH-05) released the following statement after House passage of the Permanent Internet Tax Freedom Act (H.R. 235):   “The Internet is an invaluable resource - an essential tool that has integrated into our everyday lives, advancing the way we communicate, educate, and engage in commerce. The Permanent Internet Tax Freedom Act ensures our families and…