Congressman Carter, Higgins Request Section 301 Investigation into Unfair Seafood Trade Practices Harming American Fishermen
Southern Shrimp Alliance. Read the full letter here . Background Congressman Carter and Congressman Higgins are authors
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Congressman Carter Introduces Bipartisan Offshore Parity Act to Create Equal Offshore Gulf State Boundaries
advocate for our coastal communities and industries.” Background: The Offshore Parity Act proposes amendments to the Outer Continental
Congressman Carter Launches Bipartisan Gulf South Business Caucus for the 119th Congress
country charging toward its next era of greatness.” Background: The Gulf South Business Caucus is a new Congressional
Reps. Carter, Fletcher Introduce the ZELDIN Act to Safeguard Americans from EPA Failures and Protect Public Health
with Congressman Carter to introduce this important legislation.” Background: The ZELDIN Act: Establishes strict congressional oversight over
Reps. Carter, Fletcher Introduce the ZELDIN Act to Safeguard Americans from EPA Failures and Protect Public Health
with Congressman Carter to introduce this important legislation.” Background: The ZELDIN Act: Establishes strict congressional oversight over
Congressman Carter, Moskowitz Fight to Replenish the Disaster Relief Fund as GOP Petty Power Struggles Undermines FEMA’s Readiness
disaster strikes and to help communities rebuild stronger.” Background: The Disaster Relief Fund (DRF) is FEMA’s primary
Congressman Carter Introduces Bipartisan Cannabis Bill to Provide Access to Lending Services, Investments, and Grants for State-Legal American Businesses
business growth and undo the harms of prohibition.” Background: Among other items, the CLIMB Act will: Provides safe
Congressman Carter Introduces Bill to Address Mental Health Workforce Shortage Crisis and Racial Disparities in Access to Mental Health Services
should never depend on your zip code or background,” said Rep. McCormick. “As a proud HBCU graduate … comprehensive, culturally competent care across the United States.” Background The United States has a mental health workforce shortage
Congressman Carter Hosts Senator Whitehouse on Insurance Affordability Tour in New Orleans, Louisiana
productive partner in combating these rising insurance costs.” Background: In 2025, the United States experienced a billion-dollar
Representatives Carter, Bresnahan Launch the Bipartisan Opportunity Youth Caucus for the 119th Congress
caucus. “No two people have the same background or path in life. It's our responsibility to ensure … Haley, Executive Director of National Youth Employment Coalition . Background: The BOYC is a ground-breaking congressional caucus focused
Congressman Carter Convenes Oversight Trip and Field Hearing to Fight Back Against ICE Tyranny in Louisiana and Across the Country
food quality, sanitation, sleeping arrangements, and staff treatment. Background: On December 3rd, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security
REPS. Carter, Ezell, Fields, Letlow, Fletcher, and Higgins Introduce the National Flood Insurance Program Automatic Extension ACT of 2025
political whims,” said Andreanecia Morris, President, HousingLOUISIANA. Background: The NFIP is a federal program administered by the Federal
Congressmen Carter, Tonko Introduce Public Health Air Quality Act
code, or the size of their wallet.” Background: The Public Health Air Quality Act : Requires EPA to implement
Congressmen Carter, Hudson Introduce Next Generation 9-1-1 Act
nation’s largest 9-1-1 provider. Background: The Next Generation 9-1-1 Act updates and reauthorizes
Congressmen Carter Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Boost Sustainable Aviation, Support Farmers, Grow American Jobs
industries, supporting U.S. job growth across the country.” Background: The SAF Act would: Reinstate the SAF bonus credit
Reps. Carter, Ezell, Fields, Letlow, Fletcher, and Higgins Introduce the National Flood Insurance Program Automatic Extension Act of 2025
political whims,” said Andreanecia Morris, President, HousingLOUISIANA. Background: The NFIP is a federal program administered by the Federal
Reps. Carter, Omar, Simon, and Titus Introduce RESPECT Resolution
Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML). Background: The RESPECT Resolution: Urges cannabis reform by encouraging states
Congressmen Carter, Steube Reintroduce the Clean Up DEBRIS Act
Executive Director of the National Association of Counties. Background: The Bipartisan Congressional Disaster Preparedness & Recovery Caucus works across
Congressman Troy Carter Announces Relaunch of the Bipartisan, Bicameral Wi-Fi Caucus
internet is a necessity for Americans of all backgrounds for their education, health care, jobs, and essential public
Rep. Carter Challenges Trump Administration’s Taxpayer Funded Handout to Elon Musk While Leaving Broadband Funding for Louisiana in Limbo
with me to make this funding a reality.” Background: Under the original BEAD plan, Louisiana would have seen
Rep. Carter Introduces Bill to Retroactively Restore Flood Insurance Coverage and Retain Current Rates for Policyholders Impacted by Republican Shutdown
said Doug Quinn, Executive Director, American Policyholder Association. Background: The NFIP is a federal program administered
Congressmen Carter, Ezell, Veasey Introduce Marine Fisheries Habitat Protection Act
that support the nation’s recreational fishing industry.” Background In 1984, Congress passed the National Fishing Enhancement
Congressman Carter, Moskowitz Introduce Bill to Maintain FEMA Assistance During Federal Shutdowns
Read the full bill text here . Background: The Bipartisan Congressional Disaster Preparedness & Recovery Caucus works across the aisle
Congressman Carter, Ezell Send Letter to House Leadership Urging Reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program
left exposed.” Read the full letter here . Background The NFIP is a federal program administered by the Federal
Congressman Carter Condemns SNAP Benefit Suspension in Louisiana
reopen the government and restore these benefits immediately.” Background Yesterday, Congressman Carter spent the morning volunteering with Second