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 By 18th Ohio Congressional District Rep. Bob Gibbs – December 1st, 2011
The failure of the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction, better known as the Super Committee, to reach agreement on $1.2 trillion in spending cuts is a serious disappointment. An opportunity to eliminate some of our huge debt was wasted – and with it, the chance to spur economic growth and create much-needed jobs.
As an outsider sent to Washington to bring a new perspective, I am frustrated that politics as usual has gotten in the way again. While the Republican-led House secured the largest reduction in discretionary spending in history, the inability of the ‘Super Committee’ to come to an agreement to further reduce the deficit illustrates once again that Washington is broken and lacks the internal discipline to make the necessary but difficult choices to pay down our $15 Trillion national debt. Continue reading An Opportunity Missed
 REMINDER: Congressman Bob Gibbs’ Upcoming Community Office Hours
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A member of Bob Gibbs’ staff will be holding office hours in Holmes, Hocking, and Licking counties next week. During these office hours, Congressman Gibbs’ staff will be available to provide assistance to constituents on a variety of services and issues, including Medicare, Veterans Affairs, Social Security, Internal Revenue Service issues, and matters regarding federal legislation.
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 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bob Gibbs today announced that he has rescheduled the Town Hall meeting originally planned for February 2, 2011 which was cancelled due to inclement weather. The Town Hall will now take place on Monday March 7, 2011 at the same location.
Congressman Gibbs will take questions and address important issues for Ohio and the nation. Event is open to the public and media.
Tuscarawas County Town HallMonday, March 7, 2011
6:30 PM
Grace Lutheran Church
Fellowship Hall
108 West 3rd Street
Dover, OH 44622
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 March 2, 2011
Increasing EPA Regulations Harming Job Creation and Burdening Small Businesses, Local Governments & States
Washington, DC – Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee Chairman Bob Gibbs (R-OH) released the following statement from today’s hearing, a review of the FY 2012 budget and priorities of the Environmental Protection Agency and its impacts on jobs, liberty, and the economy:
“I have a number of concerns about the Environmental Protection Agency’s ongoing activities and plans in Fiscal Year 2012. These are issues that I want the Subcommittee to explore during this Congress and hold hearings when I think it would be helpful to Members.
Continue reading Increasing EPA Regulations Harming Job Creation and Burdening Small Businesses
Feb. 11th celebrates National Don’t Cry Over Spilled Milk Day
 WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Bob Gibbs(R-Lakeville) cosponsored legislation introduced today directing the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) to change their designation of milk as an environmental hazard. Under the EPA’s current rule, milk is considered the same as oil, and if dairy producers do not comply with the EPA’s rule then they will be subject to punitive damages.
Last year, the EPA announced a one-year extension specifically to address requirement for milk and milk product containers within EPA’s Oil Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure program, which directs producers to have an oil spill prevention plan by November 10, 2011. However, a finalized rule exempting milk has not been made. This legislation Congressman Gibbs cosponsored will prohibit enforcement of the EPA’s regulations on dairy and dairy product producers, processors, handlers and distributers, and it would require the EPA to implement this exemption within 30 days of the legislation’s enactment.
Continue reading Gibbs: Eliminate EPA’s Designation of Milk as an Oil
 January 26, 2011
WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Bob Gibbs today introduced his unprecedented constituent outreach initiative that will be a first-of-its-kind program to meet with constituents in their own communities. He also announced the opening of his district office in Zanesville, Ohio.
“The 18th district is literally the size of New Jersey which, in the past, has left constituents feeling like they didn’t receive the services they needed from their Member of Congress,” said Gibbs. “One of my promises in the campaign was to be more accessible and our outreach program will make sure we hear the priorities of each community.”
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Bob Gibbs today announced the schedule of his first series of town hall meetings in Ohio’s 18th Congressional District.
“Washington has done enough talking, taxing and spending over the past few years. While Americans have been speaking out, Washington has ignored our concerns,” said Gibbs. “I plan to change that. I am hosting these town hall meetings so that I can hear directly from my constituents about their concerns and the issues they face. I will also give an update of what is happening in Washington and how I plan to address the crisis of record deficits and debt. I encourage the public to attend and participate in these town halls so that together, we can eliminate the gap between the people and Washington.”
Congressman Gibbs will take questions and address important issues for Ohio and the nation at each event. Please see below for the dates, times and locations of Congressman Gibbs’ upcoming Town Hall Meetings. The information is also listed on Congressman Gibbs’ official website, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube page. Local law enforcement has been notified to ensure the safety of all attendees.
TOWN HALL MEETING SCHEDULE
Monday January 31, 2011 – Knox County Town Hall
6:30 PM
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Thorne Performance Hall
800 Martinsburg Road
Mt. Vernon, OH 43050
Tuesday February 1, 2011 – Ross County Town Hall
6:30 PM
The Madison on Paint
105 South Paint Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Wednesday February 2, 2011 – Tuscarawas County Town Hall
6:30 PM
Grace Lutheran Church
Fellowship Hall
108 West 3rd Street
Dover, OH 44622
Connect with Congressman Bob Gibbs’ Official Online Resources:
www.facebook.com/RepBobGibbs www.twitter.com/RepBobGibbs www.youtube.com/user/RepBobGibbs
 WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Bob Gibbs was sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives today by House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH). He will represent Ohio’s 18th Congressional District in the 112th Congress.
“It is an honor and a privilege to represent the people of Ohio’s 18th District,” said Gibbs. “I am ready to go to Washington and work to restore people’s trust and faith in Congress.”
“I am proud to be a part of this historic new Congress as we begin to address the needs of the people,” said Gibbs. “For me, the 112th Congress is about putting people back to work. In order to do that, we need to stop the reckless spending habits of Washington and allow the private sector to continue creating jobs and invest in our workforce.”
“I will remember the message the American people sent Washington in November and work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to control the federal budget and reduce deficit spending,” said Gibbs. “I will also fight to provide tax relief to the middle class and reform unnecessary and burdensome small business regulations.”
Congressman Gibbs will serve on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Agriculture Committee.
The Congressman’s D.C. office address is:
329 Cannon House Office Building
Washington D.C. 20515
Phone: 202.225.6265
Fax: 202.225.3394
It was an eye opener last night in Ohio, a late Halloween horror flick for many democrats in Ohio. Angry voters had decided they’ve had enough – enough lost jobs, enough money taken out of their pockets as they decidedly defeated many incumbents in Ohio’s races.
Governor’s Race: Republican challenger John Kasich beat incumbent Democrat Ted Strickland.
Senate Race: Republican Rob Portman beat Democrat Lee Fisher 57% to 39%
In a massive upset, Ohio’s 18th district Republican Bob Gibbs unseated unseated incumbent Democrat Zack Space 54% to 40%.
Ohio’s 2nd District: Republican Jean Schmidt 59% to Democrat Surya Yalamanchili 35%.
Ohio’s 4th District: Republican Jim Jordan 72% / Democrat Doug Litt 25%
Ohio 5th District: Republican Bob Latta walked all over Democrat Caleb Finkenbiner 68% to 26%.
Ohio’s 6th District: Republican Bill Johnson beat Democrat Charlie Wilson 50% to 45%.
Ohio’s 7th District: (R) Steve Austria 63% / (D) Bill Conner 32%
Ohio’s 8th District: Republican John Boehner easily held onto his seat against Democrat Justin Coussoule 66% to 30%.
Ohio’s 9th District: Democrat Marcy Kaptur 59% / Republican Rich Lott 41%
Ohio’s 10th District: (D) Dennis Kucinich 53% / (R) Peter Corrigan 44%
Ohio’s 12th District: Republican Pat Tiberi 56% / Paula Brooks (Democrat) 40%
Ohio’s 14th District: Republican Steve LaTourette 65% / Bill O’Neil Democrat 31%
Ohio’s 15th District: Republican Steve Stivers 55% / Democrat Mary Jo Kilroy 41%
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Keeping America from default and preserving the credit rating
of Measure to Prevent Default
July 29, 2011
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bob Gibbs released the following statement after the passage of The Budget Control Act of 2011, which cuts $917 billion in spending over 10 years while ensuring that the United States has the necessary funds to pay its bills:
Continue reading Keeping America from default and preserving the credit rating