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Today, the House Committee on Homeland Security approved H.R. 4227, the bipartisan Vehicular Terrorism Prevention Act, legislation authored by Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) that would improve vigilance in the face of growing terrorist attacks using vehicles. The bill passed by voice vote. The legislation requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to assess current… Read more »

Today, at an Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology hearing, Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) questioned a representative of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) on efforts to deploy 5G technology and expand America’s broadband infrastructure. At the hearing, entitled “Oversight of the National Telecommunications and… Read more »

At an Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health hearing, Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) questioned an official from the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) about law enforcement efforts to combat the opioid epidemic and coordination between the agency and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The hearing, entitled “Combatting the Opioid Crisis: Helping Communities Balance… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) has authored legislation to improve access to treatment for veterans diagnosed with cancer. The bill, the Veterans Cancer Treatment Flexibility Act, would make a veteran eligible for the VA Choice program if they have been diagnosed with cancer and live more than 40 miles from the nearest VA facility that offers cancer treatment. VA Choice is an… Read more »

Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) toured 20/20 Custom Molded Plastics in Holiday City to discuss what the business is doing in light of the recent passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. In part because of tax relief provided by the new law, 20/20 increased the hourly wages of their employees by 50 cents per hour, equivalent to more than $1,200 annually for full-time workers.… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) has introduced a resolution, H.Res. 737, honoring Gold Star Families by designating March 2, 2018 as “Gold Star Families Remembrance Day.” The resolution would honor and recognize the sacrifices made by the families of military members who gave their lives to defend freedom and protect America. This March 2 will be the 89th anniversary of President… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green), Chairman of the Energy and Commerce (E&C) Subcommittee on Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection, applauded the signing of the Protecting Young Athletes from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act into law today. The subcommittee that Latta chairs has jurisdiction over the health and safety of athletes, and he has been outspoken in his… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) has announced submissions for the 2018 Congressional Art Competition are being accepted until March 1, 2018. All artwork will be displayed at Owens Community College in Perrysburg Township. High school age students that live or attend school in Ohio’s 5th Congressional District are encouraged to submit their best effort. “The students of Ohio’s… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) joined his colleagues in supporting two pieces of legislation to overhaul Congressional sexual harassment policies and change the process of reporting sexual harassment claims under the Congressional Accountability Act. The bill, H.R. 4924, and resolution, H.Res. 724, both passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a voice vote. The resolution… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) is highlighting the recent announcement from a Defiance-based company, SB Financial Group, Inc. (“SB Financial”), that they will use tax relief, and significant positive effect on earnings from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, to invest in their communities, pay employee bonuses, and improve services for their customers. SB Financial, a diversified… Read more »