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Carter Hails Passage of Comprehensive Tax Relief Bill

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U.S. Congressman John Carter (TX-31) today voted in favor of a bill that will extend tax relief to millions of Americans, retains current Medicare physician payments, and expands domestic offshore oil exploration. H.R. 6111, the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006, is of particular importance to ...

Carter Again Supports Jobs for Military Families

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U.S. Representative John Carter (TX-31) today once again took action to help soldiers and their families obtain quality employment. Carter voted in favor of H.Res. 1070, which encourages employers to hire current and former service men and women who have been wounded in service. Earlier this year, C...

Cong. Carter Wins Conference Secretary Position

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U.S. Representative John Carter (TX-31) today was unanimously elected by his Republican peers to serve as the House Republican Conference Secretary. As Conference Secretary, Congressman Carter is a member of the House Republican Leadership team for the 110th Congress. "I am

Cong. Carter Thanks Nation's Veterans

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U.S. Representative John Carter (TX-31) made the following statement in honor of Veterans Day on Saturday, November 11: "Veterans Day allows all Americans to honor the service men and women who have bravely defended our nation throughout history. As that fight continues, our thoughts and prayers ...

Carter Statement on Hussein Sentencing

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U.S. Representative John Carter (TX-31), an elected district court judge for more than 20 years, made the following statement after Saddam Hussein was sentenced to death by hanging for crimes against humanity. Fort Hood's 4th Infantry Division was responsible for the capture of Saddam Hussein three ...

Carter Hails Signing of Border Fence Bill

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U.S. Congressman John Carter (TX-31) today applauded President Bush for signing into law the Secure Fence Act. This Act allows for the construction of a 700 mile fence along the U.S.-Mexico border. Additionally, the bill would mandate operational control of all borders and ports through enhanced Bor...

Representative Carter Named "Protector of Property Rights"

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Representative John Carter (TX-R-31) was honored by Property Rights Alliance (PRA) with its Congressional "Protector of Property Rights" award at a private ceremony in the U.S. Capitol. The property rights organization presents the award to members of the House of Representatives who vote along with...

President Signs Defense Authorization

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Representative John Carter (TX-31) today commended President Bush for signing into law the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007. Today's action will allow for the implementation of the $532.8 billion act that sets the policies, programs, and funding levels for the nation's militar...

Cong. Carter Supports Fight Against Cystic Fibrosis

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U.S. Representative John Carter (TX-31) recently joined the Congressional Cystic Fibrosis Caucus to help find a cure or control for one of the most life-threatening genetic diseases. "I am honored to join the Congressional Cystic Fibrosis Caucus and the fight against cystic fibrosis. This life-t...

Cong. Carter Announces Fire Grant to Bartlett Volunteer Department

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U.S. Representative John Carter (TX-31) announced that the Bartlett Volunteer Fire Department has received a $97,280 grant from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. This Operations and Safety grant will allow the Bartlett Volunteer Fire Department to ...

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