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The U.S. House of Representatives today introduced a resolution recognizing the Fort Hood soldiers whose lives were lost or who were injured during Thursday’s tragedy.Congressman John Carter (TX-31), whose district includes Fort Hood, sponsored H. Res. 895, which reads:"A Resolution – Honoring the lives of the brave soldiers and civilians of the United States Army who… Read more »

Fort Hood has set up a hotline for relatives of Fort Hood personnel, who may call (254) 288-7570 or (866) 836-2751 for information about loved ones. Read more »

(FORT HOOD, TEXAS)  - Congressman John Carter (R-TX) is scheduled to meet with members of the press at 4:10pm CST today to discuss the latest updates on the tragic shootings yesterday at Fort Hood.WHO: Congressman John Carter and other Members of CongressWHAT: Press briefing and interviews as time allowsWHEN: 4:10 - 4:30 p.m. Central time TODAYWHERE: Press Area, Sadowski Field,… Read more »

Congressman John Carter (TX-31) is en route to Fort Hood and is expected to arrive in Killeen by late morning.The Congressman plans to meet with Army officials to be briefed on the latest findings in the shootings investigation, and to determine what steps can be taken to help comfort the wounded and the families of those who lost their lives in yesterday’s tragedy.Congressman… Read more »

In response to today’s shooting at Fort Hood in Central Texas, U.S. Representative John Carter offered the following statement:"My condolences go out to the soldiers and the families affected by this horrific event," says Carter, who represents Fort Hood. "The soldiers at Fort Hood are the finest in the world and have our deepest gratitude for their service and… Read more »

The City of Georgetown will be able to continue improving energy alternatives as part of a $100,000 project to develop a solar panel facility, Congressman John Carter (TX-31) announced today.The city is in the planning and engineering stages of the solar project at the Georgetown South Commercial Park, in a partnership with GREX and the Life Sciences Center."Building a solar facility… Read more »

(SALADO, TEXAS) – U.S. Representative John Carter (R-TX31) will participate in a Townhall Meeting sponsored by the Tea Party organization this Saturday in Salado. The meeting will focus on all issues facing Congress, including the controversial health care reform proposal pushed by House Democrats and the Obama Administration.WHO: Congressman John Carter, Tea Party OrganizationWHAT:… Read more »

Carter Live on KLBJ AM 590 Friday Morning on the Energy Bill (AUSTIN, TEXAS) – Congressman John Carter (R-TX) will be live starting 7:10am CST Friday (tomorrow) morning on Austin talk radio station KLBJ AM 590 to discuss the Democrat’s proposed national energy tax. The controversial bill could be up for a vote Friday or Saturday in the House. The legislation is estimated… Read more »

In an effort to protect the budget of working families in the middle of a serious recession, U.S. Rep. John Carter (R-TX31) today introduced amendments to HR 2454, the Democrats’ national energy tax bill tentatively scheduled for a vote Friday.Carter’s twin amendments would automatically repeal the energy tax, also known as the "cap and trade" bill, if the U.S.… Read more »