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Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH) was recognized for his pro-business legislative record by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, which presented him with the “Spirit of Enterprise” Award at a ceremony Wednesday. 

“I have worked hard in supporting pro-growth, pro-business policies as a Member of Congress, and I am honored to accept this award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. I look forward to continuing this work to advance future policies that allow businesses to create jobs, and put our country back on a path towards prosperity.”

The Chamber’s prestigious Spirit of Enterprise Award is given annually to members of Congress based on their votes on critical business legislation outlined in the Chamber publication, How They Voted. Members who supported the Chamber’s position on at least 70% of those votes qualify to receive the award.

“For 50 years, through our How They Voted scorecard, the U.S. Chamber has been recognizing legislators from both sides of the aisle who have worked to pass legislation and enact policies that bolster our country’s economy, create jobs and keep our nation’s spirit of enterprise alive,” U.S. Chamber President and CEO Thomas J. Donohue said. “The Spirit of Enterprise award honors those members of Congress like Congressman Robert E. Latta (OH-05) who has recognized the need and shown a commitment to pro-growth policies in the second session of the 113th Congress.”

During the second session of the 113th Congress, the Chamber scored members on eight Senate votes and 14 House votes, including terrorism risk insurance (TRIA), tax extenders, and the “CRomnibus.” Also scored were votes to ensure free speech, fund transportation and infrastructure, and to further U.S. energy independence.