Robert E. Latta

Republican Representative of Ohio's 5th district

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@BobLatta

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April 18, 1956 (68 years old)

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Has been serving as a United States representative since 2007.
Earned a B.A. from Bowling Green State University and a J.D. from the University of Toledo College of Law.
Worked as a private practice attorney before entering politics.
Served as a Wood County Commissioner and in both the Ohio Senate and Ohio House of Representatives.
Has received various ratings from political and advocacy groups, reflecting a conservative stance on many issues.
Introduced legislation related to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and electronic device labeling.
Cosponsored a resolution to amend the Constitution to ban same-sex marriage.
Signed an amicus brief supporting a lawsuit contesting the 2020 presidential election results.
Voted against establishing an independent commission to investigate the storming of the U.S. Capitol and introduced legislation to prohibit municipalities from building their own broadband networks.
Holds several committee assignments and caucus memberships, including chairing the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
Is an avid sportsman and lifelong resident of Northwest Ohio, married with two daughters.
Son of former Congressman Del Latta, succeeding the seat his father held.
Has a history of electoral success, including winning a special election for his current congressional seat following the death of his predecessor.