Representative John Carter (TX-31) today applauded the U.S. Army's selection of Fort Hood as a site for the Janus Program, pairing the installation with General Atomics to develop and operate a nuclear microreactor. "Fort Hood size and mission require constant, assured power to support mission infrastructure," said Carter. "I strongly advocated for Fort Hood's selection earlier this year… Read more »

Congressman John Carter (TX-31) successfully included an amendment strengthening oversight of medical chaperone protections at military medical facilities in the FY2027 National Defense Authorization Act, which passed the House Wednesday evening. Read more »

(Washington, DC) Representative John Carter (TX-31), Co-Chairman of the House Army Caucus, led a letter along with Senators Cornyn and Cruz, and Representative August Pfluger (TX-11), calling for an Inspector General to conduct an independent investigation into the handling of disturbing allegations involving Major Blaine McGraw.   “As a former judge and Co-Chair of the House Army… Read more »

Today, U.S. Reps. Don Beyer (D-VA), Mike Kelly (R-PA), John Carter (R-TX), and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) led a bipartisan delegation in introducing the Military Spouse Hiring Act, legislation to amend the tax code to incentivize businesses to hire military spouses. Read more »

After voting against H.R. 2670, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Representative John Carter (R-TX-31) released the following statement. Read more »

(Washington, DC)- Chairman John Carter (TX-31) released the following statement after the House passed his Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill 219-211.    "This bill is a culmination of months of intense work and negotiation. The final product is a solid conservative bill that keeps America's promise to our veterans, invests in deterrence… Read more »

Representative John Carter (TX-31) released the following statement after supporting the fiscal year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).   "In a world where our adversaries are becoming increasingly bold, the United States military needs to focus on deterrence efforts and readiness. This year's NDAA strikes a good balance between supporting our service members'… Read more »

Representative John Carter (TX-31) released the following statement after voting in favor of the fiscal year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act.  "Last night I was proud to vote for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The NDAA strengthens our military and provides much needed resources for our men and women in the Armed Forces, including a pay bonus and… Read more »

Congressman John Carter (TX-31) released the following statement after the House voted on the fiscal year 2022 appropriations package. Read more »

(Washington, DC) - Representative John Carter (TX-31) released the following statement after voting to pass the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).   "The National Defense Authorization Act equips our nation's military and ensures they have the best possible resources to maintain readiness. Yesterday, I voted on a bill that increases pay for service… Read more »