Lorain Times

Congressman Bob Latta, who represents Ohio’s 5th district in the U.S. Congress, announced his support for the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Latta has served in Congress since 2007, following previous roles in state and local government.

“I am proud to support this year’s NDAA, which ensures our men and women in uniform have the tools, training, and support they need to keep America safe. It also improves servicemembers' quality of life by including an across-the-board 3.8 percent pay raise. This legislation gets America’s warriors what they need, when they need it, and delivers on President Trump's commitment to peace through strength,” said Latta.

The NDAA includes provisions aimed at investing in domestically produced military equipment and strengthening the national defense industrial base. “Importantly, the NDAA secures investments in Made in America military equipment, strengthens our national defense industrial base, and prioritizes American workers over foreign adversaries. Congress has no greater responsibility than to support our troops and safeguard the American people. With this NDAA, we are making sure our servicemembers are fully equipped to defend the United States and uphold the safety and security of our great country,” Latta added.

Latta was born in Bluffton, Ohio in 1956 and currently resides in Bowling Green. He holds a BA from Bowling Green State University (1978) and a JD from the University of Toledo (1981).