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Congressman Bob Latta, who represents Ohio’s 5th district in the U.S. Congress, received the 2025 Distinguished Leadership Award from the U.S. Nuclear Industry Council (USNIC) at an event last night. Latta is currently chairman of the Energy Subcommittee on the House Energy and Commerce Committee.

The USNIC advocates for advanced nuclear energy and supports American supply chains internationally.

“I’m honored to receive the USNIC Distinguished Leadership Award. Ohio plays a vital role in our nation’s energy landscape, from energy production and research to manufacturing and national security. As Chairman of the Energy Subcommittee on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, I recognize the importance of increasing nuclear energy production as a part of an all-of-the-above strategy to fully unleash American energy. I remain committed to advancing America’s nuclear energy agenda and supporting the growth of our nation’s nuclear industry,” Latta said.

“The U.S. Nuclear Industry Council (USNIC) is proud to present Congressman Bob Latta with the 2025 Distinguished Leadership Award. His strong support for the U.S. civil nuclear industry throughout his legislative career, including his sponsorship of The Nuclear REFUEL Act of 2025, has proven critical for new American nuclear technology to be developed, deployed, and be able to compete globally,” said Todd Abrajano, President and Chief Executive Officer of USNIC.

Latta has represented Ohio’s 5th district since 2007 after replacing Paul Gillmor in Congress (https://latta.house.gov/). Before joining Congress, he served in both chambers of Ohio's legislature and as a Wood County Commissioner (https://latta.house.gov/about/). Born in Bluffton, Ohio in 1956, Latta lives in Bowling Green (https://latta.house.gov/about/). He holds degrees from Bowling Green State University and earned a JD from the University of Toledo (https://latta.house.gov/about/).