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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 »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) released the following statement regarding President Obama’s decision to block the Keystone XL pipeline: “After 35 consecutive months of unemployment at or above eight percent, how can President Obama reject a shovel-ready jobs project that puts our country on a path to less reliance on energy from some countries that don’t like us. A project like… Read more »

Today, President Obama’s Council on Jobs and Competitiveness released its year-end report, Road Map to Renewal, pushing for a number of reforms to boost job growth. The council recommends lowering the corporate tax rate, expanding domestic drilling and simplifying the regulatory process, among other proposals. “I am glad to see the council is echoing some of my energy independence… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) has announced his nominations from Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District for consideration for acceptance into the United States Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military and Naval Academies in the Class of 2016: U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado Nathan Downs, Bowling Green, Otsego High School Samantha Gomez, Northwood, Lake… Read more »