Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) announced he has been appointed by House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA23) to serve on the bipartisan Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress.
Latta also serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee as the Republican Leader on the Communications and Technology Subcommittee where he advocates for policies that help consumers,… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) re-introduced the Veterans Right to Expediency Act to ensure veterans are informed of the outcome of their disability claims in a timely manner.
“The United States is fortunate to have the bravest men and women serving in our Armed Forces” said Latta. “When our service-members return home, we must do all we can to help them receive the… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) re-introduced the Creating Resources to Improve Situations of Inherent Severity (CRISIS) Act and the Debarment Enforcement of Bad Actor Registrants (DEBAR) Act. Latta introduced both bills in the previous Congress.
“Suicide, mental illness, and opioid overdoses are on the rise as our nation continues to grapple with the COVID-19… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH) signed on as an original cosponsor to the Pre-Existing Conditions Protection Act of 2021, legislation that would protect people who are living with pre-existing health conditions. The legislation was reintroduced by Energy and Commerce Committee Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA).
“No one should fear losing access to or not being able to… Read more »
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) introduced the No Vote, No Raise Act, legislation working to eliminate automatic pay raises for Members of Congress.
“Our focus in Congress should be on our work to make life better and safer for our constituents and country, not increasing our paychecks,” said Latta. “The No Vote, No Raise Act removes automatic raises for U.S. Representatives and… Read more »
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 »
