House Conference Secretary John Carter (TX-31) today supported action that would increase the minimum wage over a two year period, while protecting the millions of small businesses that account for 98 percent of new businesses in the United States. During debate on H.R. 2, House Republicans offered ... Read more »

House Conference Secretary John Carter (TX-31) today introduced a bill that will protect Social Security, especially for the millions of Baby Boomers who will soon be receiving retirement benefits. The Social Security Protection Act will prohibit illegal aliens from receiving Social Security benefit... Read more »

House Conference Secretary John Carter (TX-31) today voted to keep the U.N. from having control over national security for the United States. House Republicans offered a motion to commit that would eliminate a harmful provision in H.R. 1 that would place a critical national security program, the Pro... Read more »

House Conference Secretary John Carter (TX-31) issued the following statement regarding House Democrats' failure to expand access to affordable healthcare for small businesses in their legislative priorities for the 110th Congress. "I believe that our government should take steps to ensure that ... Read more »

House Conference Secretary John Carter (TX-31) today supported ethics and earmark reforms during debate of H.Res. 6, the Rules Package for the 110th Congress. "As a former Judge, I strongly believe that integrity and accountability in Congress should be a priority. I am pleased to have supported... Read more »

House Conference Secretary John Carter (TX-31) today voted to protect the American people from tax hikes by the Democrats. Unfortunately, Democrats were successful in passing legislation that will make it easier to raise taxes on the American people. "Our economy is strong today because of pro-g... Read more »

Today, House Conference Secretary John Carter (TX-31) outlined his priorities for the 110th Congress and responded to the Democratic Leadership's "100 Hours" agenda. "As the 110th Congress convenes, I look forward to continuing work to protect the interests of Central Texans and for policy that... Read more »

U.S. Congressman John Carter (TX-31), House Republican Conference Secretary, made the following statement in response to the hanging of Saddam Hussein. Carter's district includes Fort Hood, home to the 4th Infantry Division, credited with the capture of Hussein three years ago. "Saddam Hussein w... Read more »

U.S. Congressman John Carter (TX-31) today announced that the Flat Volunteer Fire Department near Gatesville has been awarded a grant for $204,250 from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. The funding will allow the department to acquire additional fi... Read more »

U.S. Congressman John Carter (TX-31) voted in favor of an important bill that extends critical health care, education, and other assistance to our nation's veterans and their families. Congressman Carter sits on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Quality of Life and Veterans Affairs, which ... Read more »