U.S. Rep. Bob Latta (OH-5)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Bob Latta (OH-5)
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Latta criticizes EPA's new power plant rule in op-ed
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) recently authored an op-ed in The Washington Examiner, critiquing the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) newly released rule. According to Latta, this regulation could potentially force power plants across the United States to cease operations if they fail to meet carbon capture requirements by 2032.
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Latta recognizes Ohio students accepted into military academies
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) recently acknowledged and honored students from Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District for their acceptance into the U.S. Military Service Academies. The recognition took place at a reception on Sunday, May 5th, at Camp Perry in Port Clinton. These students were nominated by Latta and have received offers of appointment for the Class of 2028 at their respective academies.
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Eastwood High's Charlotte Smith wins 2024 Congressional Art Competition
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has announced Charlotte Smith, a sophomore at Eastwood High School, as the winner of Ohio’s Fifth District 2024 Congressional Art Competition. Smith's artwork, titled Sacagawea and her Babe, will be displayed at the U.S. Capitol Building for one year. Additionally, three honorable mention winners will have their artwork exhibited in one of Latta’s congressional offices for the same duration.
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Latta Co-Led Bill to Protect Americans from Communist China-linked TikTok Approved by Senate
The U.S. Senate voted last night to send the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act to the President's desk for approval, a move aimed at safeguarding Americans and U.S. national security from foreign adversaries, including the Chinese Communist Party.Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5), who co-led the bill in the U.S. House, expressed his satisfaction with the Senate's decision, stating, "This bipartisan bill is a victory for the American people and the United States' national security. The Chinese Communist Party should not use an app to...
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Energy and Commerce Committee Advances Latta’s ROUTERS Act
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has given its approval to Congressman Bob Latta’s (R-OH5) legislation, the Removing Our Unsecure Technologies to Ensure Reliability and Security (ROUTERS) Act, with a bipartisan vote of 43-0.In response to the approval, Congressman Latta emphasized the importance of safeguarding the nation's communications infrastructure, stating, “As we continue to see threats arise from foreign adversaries, like Communist China, ensuring the security of our nation’s communications infrastructure is important.” He expressed his satisfaction in the...
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Latta: New EPA Tailpipe Emission Standards Rule is a De Facto Ban on Gas-Powered Cars
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has strongly criticized the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's new tailpipe emissions standards rule, labeling it as a de facto ban on gas-powered cars. In a statement released today, Latta expressed his concerns, stating, "Make no mistake: this rule from the EPA today is a de facto ban on gas-powered cars."He further argued that the strict tailpipe emission standards outlined in the rule aim to limit Americans' choices when purchasing a car, emphasizing the lack of infrastructure, critical mineral production, and energy generation...
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Rep. Bob Latta Urges TikTok to Sever Ties with China or Face Shutdown in the U.S.
Congressman Bob Latta recently penned an op-ed in The Plain Dealer advocating for the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which aims to safeguard Americans from foreign adversaries, particularly Communist China. In the op-ed, Rep. Latta highlighted the influence and power of TikTok, a platform linked to Communist China, and the need for action to protect American users.Latta emphasized the concerning influence of TikTok by stating, "Communist China-linked TikTok has demonstrated how much power it wields to influence its users." He...
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PASSED BY THE HOUSE: Latta’s Bipartisan Bill to Protect Americans from Communist China-linked TikTok
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives approved legislation Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) cosponsored – the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act – to protect Americans from the Chinese Communist Party. The bill does not ban TikTok, rather it protects U.S. national security by providing Communist China-controlled ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, the ability to divest their ownership of TikTok. If it’s determined TikTok is no longer controlled by a foreign adversary, then TikTok would be available to its U.S. users.Last week,...
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Latta’s ROUTERS Act Approved by Energy and Commerce Subcommittee
On March 12, 2024, Congressman Bob Latta's (R-OH5) legislation, the Removing Our Unsecure Technologies to Ensure Reliability and Security (ROUTERS) Act, secured approval by the House Energy and Commerce Committee's Communications and Technology Subcommittee.During the proceedings, Congressman Latta emphasized the importance of ensuring the security and reliability of communication networks in the United States. He highlighted the risks posed by routers and modems from state-sponsored companies with ties to foreign adversaries, particularly Communist China. Latta expressed...
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Rob Duncan, Director of Lorain County Community Development, to Join Latta at the State of the Union Address
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has announced that Rob Duncan, the Director of Lorain County Community Development, will be joining him for the President’s State of the Union Address in Washington, D.C. today.Latta expressed his appreciation for Duncan's dedication to the community, stating, "Rob has long served the people of Northern Ohio... His work as the Director of Community Development has helped support small businesses, grown our economy, and improved the quality of life for Lorain County residents. It’s an honor to have Rob here with me in Washington, D.C. today,...
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Latta, Bipartisan Coalition Introduce Legislation to Protect Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications, Including TikTok
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) and a bipartisan coalition introduced the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, aimed at safeguarding the U.S. from apps controlled by foreign adversaries, including TikTok. The bill seeks to prevent app store availability or web hosting services in the U.S. for ByteDance-controlled applications unless they sever ties with entities subject to the control of a foreign adversary.Latta emphasized the national security risks posed by TikTok's connection to the Chinese Communist Party, stating, "When...
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Latta Statement on Cathy McMorris-Rodgers Retirement Announcement
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has released a statement following Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers' announcement to retire at the end of the 118th Congress. Latta expressed his admiration for Rodgers' two decades of service to the people of Eastern Washington in the U.S. House of Representatives.Latta described Rodgers as a trailblazer and highlighted her accomplishments, stating, "Chair Rodgers served as the Republican Conference Chair and as the first woman to Chair the best committee in Congress - the Committee on Energy and Commerce." He...
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Latta Presses Biden Admin to Reverse Decision on Banning LNG Exports
This week, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) expressed his concern regarding the Biden administration's ban on U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. As a member of the Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee, Latta participated in a hearing to discuss the implications of this decision on America's energy and economic security.Latta, along with more than 150 House Republicans, sent a letter to President Biden demanding the end of the de facto ban on U.S. LNG. He emphasized the importance of this issue for his district, the Fifth District of Ohio, stating,...
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Latta Scores Perfect Voting Attendance Record in 2023
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has achieved a remarkable feat by securing a perfect voting attendance record in 2023. This outstanding accomplishment has earned him recognition from Roll Call, as he was named one of only 18 members of the U.S. House of Representatives who participated in every single one of the 719 roll call votes held last year.Expressing his pride and dedication, Congressman Latta stated, "One of the essential duties of my job is showing up, voting, and representing my constituents in Washington, D.C. I'm proud to be named as one of only 18 members of...
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Latta: Biden Admin’s Decision to Ban LNG Exports Hurts Economy, Empowers Foreign Adversaries
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has criticized the Biden administration's recent decision to halt all liquified natural gas (LNG) exports, stating that it is detrimental to the United States' economy and energy security. Latta emphasized the importance of LNG exports in providing ally nations with a cleaner alternative to Russian LNG and preventing a potential energy crisis.In a statement, Latta said, "The Biden administration's move to halt natural gas exports is a direct hit to the United States' economy and energy security." He further explained that the increase in LNG...
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Latta Joins Bicameral Call for Biden Admin to Withdraw Electric Vehicle Mandate
This week, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has joined a group of lawmakers in urging the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to withdraw the proposed Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light-duty trucks. The proposed standards, which aim to increase fuel economy, have been criticized for effectively mandating the mass production of electric vehicles (EVs) and phasing out gas-powered cars and trucks.In a letter addressed to NHTSA Deputy Administrator Sophie Shulman, Latta and his colleagues expressed their concerns...
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Latta joins Ohioans for National March for Life
Today, Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) stood alongside thousands of pro-life supporters at the 2024 March for Life on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Latta also co-hosted a pro-life reception for Ohioans with members of the Ohio Congressional delegation.In a statement, Latta expressed his support for the March for Life and emphasized the importance of protecting the sanctity of life. He said, "At a time when family values are marginalized and the sanctity of life is disregarded by some, it’s tremendous to see thousands of Ohioans and Americans across the country...
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Latta Announces U.S. Military Service Academy Nominations
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has revealed his nominations for Ohio's Fifth Congressional District to be considered for acceptance into the United States Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military, and Naval Academies in the Class of 2028. Latta expressed his pride in nominating "seventeen of our best and brightest students" from across the district.The Congressman stated, "One of the greatest honors I have as the Representative for Ohio's Fifth District in Congress is nominating students for consideration to our prestigious U.S. Military Service Academies. I'm pleased to...
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Latta Joins Speaker Johnson at Southern Border to Address Crisis
This week, Congressman Bob Latta, along with Speaker Mike Johnson and over 60 Republican members of the U.S. House of Representatives, visited Eagle Pass, Texas, at the southern border. The purpose of the visit was to engage in discussions with Border Patrol agents and explore potential solutions to the ongoing humanitarian and national security crisis at the border.During the visit, Congressman Latta expressed his concerns about the worsening situation at the southern border. He highlighted the alarming statistics, stating, "In the month of December, U.S. Customs and...
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Latta Slams Biden Administration’s Lack of Leadership to Secure the Southern Border
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has criticized the Biden administration for its lack of leadership in securing the southern border. His statement comes after Customs and Border Protection reported a record number of migrant encounters in a single day along the United States' southern border.Latta stated, "Day by day, the crisis at the southern border continues to spiral out of control. The fact is, President Joe Biden and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas have allowed chaos to reign at the southern border. Under their watch, the southern border has become a...