Congressman Bob Gibbs

Representing the 7th District of Ohio

Media

Latest News

Gibbs Named Freedom Fighter by FreedomWorks

July 20, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC - In recognition of his 92% rating from FreedomWorks, a grassroots advocacy group that promotes free markets and individual liberty, Congressman Bob Gibbs received the Freedom Fighter Award.

Rep Gibbs Statement on WOTUS Rule Withdrawal

June 27, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Bob Gibbs issued the following statement regarding the Trump administration’s withdrawal of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule:

Issues:
Energy

Reforming the VA to Protect Veterans, Not Bureaucrats

June 13, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC - In 2014, news broke that VA facilities across the country were engaged in practices resulting in veterans experiencing excessive waits for routine care and cancer screenings, being placed on secret waitlists to obscure actual wait times, and falsifying records to receive performance bonuses.

Working with the President to Strengthen American Maritime Infrastructure

June 7, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC - Following President Trump’s remarks in Cincinnati on the need for investments in our nation’s inland waterways and maritime infrastructure, Congressman Gibbs released the following statement:

Gibbs Statement on Anthem Leaving Ohio’s Obamacare Market

June 6, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Bob Gibbs issued the following statement on Anthem leaving the Obamacare individual market in Ohio:

Gibbs Applauds Pruitt Working with States on WOTUS

May 9, 2017 Press Release

MILLERSBURG, OHIO – In reaction to the announcement from US EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt soliciting input from all 50 governors, Congressman Bob Gibbs released the following statement:

Issues:
Energy

Gibbs Statement on American Health Care Act

May 4, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC - After voting in support of the American Health Care Act, Congressman Bob Gibbs released the following statement:

Congressman Gibbs Announces Art Competition Winners

April 25, 2017 Press Release

ASHLAND, OH – At a reception honoring the top ten finalists in this year’s Congressional Art Competition, Congressman Bob Gibbs announced the winners of the contest last night.

Issues:
Constituent Services

Maintaining Veterans’ Freedom and Flexibility for Health Care

April 5, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC - This afternoon, the House of Representatives passed legislation extending the Veterans Choice Program. This program gives veterans who live too far away from a Veterans Affairs facility or who cannot schedule an appointment within 30 days, the ability to receive medical care in their community.

After passage, Congressman Gibbs released the following statement:

Issues:
Veterans

Gibbs Statement on President Trump’s Coal Executive Order

March 28, 2017 Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC – After President Trump signed the executive order rescinding the Obama Administration’s Clean Power Plan, Congressman Bob Gibbs released the following statement:

Issues:
Energy

Pages

In The News

114th United States Congress

January 6, 2015 In The News
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
114th United States Congress
An article about the 114th United States Congress.

Gibbs discusses legislation with Richland County leaders

July 2, 2013 In The News
Mansfield News-Journal
U.S. Rep. Bob Gibbs met with Richland County Chamber of Commerce members Monday to talk about upcoming legislation and local officials’ concerns. Gibbs, a Republican representing Ohio’s newly aligned 7th Congressional District, is just one of many elected officials to attend the chamber’s “Meet the Members” luncheons.

Stop Obama's war on coal

July 2, 2013 In The News
Rep. Bob Gibbs
The Hill
Last week, President Obama rolled out his climate change plan in a speech at Georgetown University. His initiative, which includes halting the Keystone XL Pipeline project and making cuts to coal energy, will wipe out American jobs and raise electricity bills for hardworking American families across the country.
Issues:
Economy and Jobs, Energy

Junior Achievement members represented Stark County well

July 2, 2013 In The News
Canton Repository
I recently had the opportunity to meet the young entrepreneurs representing Stark County at the Junior Achievement Company of the Year competition in Washington, D.C. It is inspiring to see Junior Achievement helping young people to foster business skills at such a young age.

Gibbs and other 'practical people' tackle Army Corps

June 28, 2013 In The News
Politico
Rep. Bob Gibbs isn’t shy about telling the regulation-happy Environmental Protection Agency to back off. And he hasn’t held back in telling the Army Corps of Engineers it needs to speed up studies and approvals of port dredgings, dams and other crucial water projects.

Rep. Bob Gibbs gets reacquainted with Northeast Ohio roots as area Congressman

June 17, 2013 In The News
The Cleveland Plain-Dealer
"That's probably the best part about this job -- getting an opportunity to go out and meet people and see things that you wouldn't see otherwise," says Gibbs.

House Panel Seeks Faster Corps Project Reviews

June 14, 2013 In The News
Engineering News-Record
As House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee leaders plan their version of a Water Resources Development Act, or WRDA, it's clear they want the bill to include provisions to accelerate Army Corps of Engineers civil-works project reviews. The WRDA the Senate passed on May 15 already includes language that aims to move projects faster through reviews.
Issues:
Transportation

Pro Football Hall of Fame re-launches commemorative coin bid

June 12, 2013 In The News
The Cleveland Plain-Dealer
Football greats including Lynn Swann from the Pittsburgh Steelers, Kellen Winslow of the San Diego Chargers and Steve Largent of the Seattle Seahawks kicked off a legislative initiative on Tuesday that would allow the U.S. Mint to sell gold and silver commemorative coins whose sales would benefit the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Ohio congressmen pushing Pro Football Hall of Fame coin

June 12, 2013 In The News
Canton Repository
Sen. Rob Portman and GOP Reps. Bob Gibbs and Jim Renacci plan a press conference Tuesday in Washington with Hall of Fame players running back Floyd Little, wide receiver Lynn Swann, tight end Kellen Winslow Sr. and wide receiver Steve Largent.

Reflecting on Tragedy

June 6, 2013 In The News
The Brunswick Post
In the wake of the recent tornado in Moore, Okla., it is important that we all take time to reflect on this tragedy. While the city of Moore begins to rebuild, Americans rally together to bring supplies and prayers to those affected by the tornado.

Pages

Photo Galleries

Photos from My Facebook Page

December 17, 2010 Photo Gallery
Facebook Photo Album
View the photo gallery.

Videos

Congressman Bob Gibbs’ Statement During House Floor Debate of H.R. 2838, The “Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2011”

November 4, 2011 Video
Gibbs expresses strong support of H.R. 2838, the “Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2011,” and in particular Title VII of the bill, the “Commercial Vessel Discharges Reform Act of 2011.
Issues:
Congressional Issues, Constituent Services, Economy and Jobs, Transportation

WHIZ TV: Gibbs "Washington doesn't have a revenue problem, they have a spending problem"

July 27, 2011 Video
WHIZ TV spoke with Congressman Bob Gibbs (R-OH) about the current debt limit negotiations. For more of the WHIZ Interview, go to http://www.whiznews.com/content/news/local/2011/07/26/congressman-gibbs-on-debt-ceiling
Issues:
Congressional Issues, Constituent Services, Defense and National Security, Economy and Jobs, Spending Cuts and Debt, Tax Reform

Gibbs: It’s Time to Put an End to ‘Business as Usual’

July 18, 2011 Video
Congressman Gibbs speaks on the floor in support of H.R. 2560, The Cut, Cap, and Balance Act.
Issues:
Congressional Issues, Economy and Jobs, Energy, Spending Cuts and Debt, Tax Reform

Pages

View more