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Congressman Carter Statement on Massie Amendment Limiting Funding for Israel
renewed negotiations that lead to two states, Israel and Palestine, living side by side in peace, security … determination for both Israelis and Palestinians. I firmly state that the policies of the Netanyahu government cannot continue
Reps. Carter, Budzinski Lead 125 Lawmakers in Opposing Trump Administration’s Extreme Federal Grantmaking Proposed Rule
stake, the consequences would be felt by every state, federally recognized tribe, city, county, research university, hospital
Congressman CLEO Fields Releases Statement on the Passing of State Senator Larry Selders:
following statement mourning the passing of Louisiana State Senator Larry Selders, who passed away Tuesday evening. Senator Selders … become one of the most genuine leaders our state has produced. He was a Southern University man, like
Reps. Carter, Fields, Ezell, Bresnahan Introduce the NFIP Premium Transparency Act
more riding on this than almost any state in the country WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter … more riding on this than almost any state in the country. This legislation gives homeowners the information they
Congressman Fields Introduces NFIP Premium Transparency ACT Alongside Cosponsors
insurance premiums than almost anyone in the United States, and for too long they've been handed … most NFIP policies per capita of any other state in the country. Despite that, members of communities throughout
Reps. Carter, Titus Introduce EDUCATE Act
billion in revenue by 2030 . As more states continue to implement or expand marijuana legalization policies, job growth … Drugs.” Finally, his bipartisan CLIMB Act will allow state-legal American cannabis companies, including small, minority, and veteran
Congressman CLEO Fields Releases Statement on Passage of the 21ST Century ROAD to Housing ACT
homes, locks in disaster recovery housing funds for states like Louisiana, and helps low-income homeowners afford basic
Congressman Fields Releases Statement Regarding IRAN Framework Agreement
framework agreement announced this week between the United States and Iran: “Let me be clear about what this
Congressmen Carter, Higgins, Fields Introduce CRAW Act
crawfish industry is a cornerstone of our state's agricultural economy and our cultural identity … Louisiana crawfish industry has become one of the state’s most economically significant agricultural sectors, with acreage
Congressman Troy Carter Introduces National Men’s Health Week Resolution
disease; “Whereas African-American men in the United States have the highest incidence of prostate cancer; “Whereas African … prevent illness; “Whereas the Governors of all 50 States have issued proclamations annually declaring Men’s Health Week
Reps. Carter, Adams Lead Letter Urging Sickle Cell Funding
sickle cell disease (SCD) occurs in every state, many individuals are lost to follow-up care or face
Congressman Carter Secures JIRR Project Extensions
Secretary of Homeland Security in support of the state’s extension requests for the JIRR program and other
Congressman Carter Statement on Louisiana’s Congressional Maps
people of Louisiana. “The demographics of our state are clear. African Americans comprise approximately one-third of Louisiana … current legal framework governing congressional redistricting in our state, it does not change the underlying demographic realities
Congressman Fields Stands WITH CBC and Naacp to CALL on College Athletics to Oppose Dismantling of Black Voting Power
wake of the Supreme Court’s Callais decision, states across the South — including my home state of Louisiana … donors to withhold support from universities in targeted states until justice is restored. We cannot celebrate Black athletes
Congressman Carter, Higgins Request Section 301 Investigation into Unfair Seafood Trade Practices Harming American Fishermen
Louisiana’s shrimp industry has led the United States in shrimp production, averaging about 100 million pounds … sector. “Consistent with the Executive Order and your stated intent, we respectfully request that the Office
Congressman Carter Statement on Draft Congressional Map
reflects the demographics and voices of our great state
Congressman Fields Releases Statement on Being Joined by Current and Former Members of Congress in Historic CALL for FAIR Representation
Senate and Governmental Affairs hearing at the Louisiana State Capitol to deliver a unified message on the importance … sent only four Black members to the United States Congress. This morning, the four of us stood together
Congressman Carter Statement on Aftermath of Louisiana v. Callais
that Louisianians deserve fair representation that reflects our state – which is comprised of 1/3 Black residents. That means … active voter disenfranchisement taking place in our state
Congressman Carter Statement on Louisiana v. Callais
evidence to suggest that Black voters in our state will be able to elect candidates of their choice … handful of Black citizens have ever represented our state in Congress. That stark reality underscores the continued need
Congressman Carter Introduces Bipartisan Offshore Parity Act to Create Equal Offshore Gulf State Boundaries
strengthen our fisheries—securing economic benefits for our states.” Under current law, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama have jurisdiction … nine nautical miles, generating greater revenue for the states from energy and marine resources. “For too long, Mississippi
Congressman Carter Speaks Out Against Criminalizing Homelessness
before us. Who are we? “Are we a state that turns its back on the most vulnerable
Congressman Carter Launches Bipartisan Gulf South Business Caucus for the 119th Congress
Louisiana to the manufacturing hubs across our neighboring states, we are aligned in our mission to create good … regional economy.” In 2024, the five Gulf South states contributed more than $3.7 trillion
Congressman Carter, Moskowitz Fight to Replenish the Disaster Relief Fund as GOP Petty Power Struggles Undermines FEMA’s Readiness
families and individuals. Public Assistance – Funding to state, local, tribal governments, and nonprofits for debris removal, rebuilding … lifesaving/life-sustaining disaster recovery efforts. Disaster reimbursements to states and local governments will stop. Non-life-saving mission
Congressman Fields Offers Condolences Following Tragic MASS Shooting in Shreveport's Cedar Grove Neighborhood
Mayor Arceneaux, the Shreveport Police Department, and Louisiana State Police as they work through what is an extensive