Representative John Carter (R-TX-31) and Representative Filemon Vela (D-TX-34) yesterday introduced the Military Base Operations and Infrastructure Innovative Management Act to establish a pilot program to promote the use of technologies on military installations. The employed technology will be aimed at improving the performance of infrastructure systems, communications, safety, energy use, time management, and base operations services. Read more »

Representatives John Carter (R-TX) and Rick Larsen (D-WA) yesterday introduced the Children of Fallen Warriors AMT Relief Act, legislation that would change tax law to count Survivor Benefit Plan annuity paid to a minor beneficiary as earned income, so the payments are not subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax. Read more »

Top Republican Leader on the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Appropriations Congressman John Carter (TX-31) delivered the following remarks at today's hearing regarding President Trump's national emergency declaration. Read more »

Today Congressman John Carter (TX-31) questioned Sergeant Major of the Army Daniel Dailey on the progress of Fort Hood's credentialing assistance pilot program during a Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee hearing on military quality of life. Rep. Carter has released the following statement regarding the exchange. Read more »

Congressman John Carter released the following statement after House Democrats blocked a measure that would've prevented federal employees who have been disciplined for sexual misconduct from receiving a pay raise: Read more »

In what could truly be described as a monumental year, 2018 shined its big spotlight on the Great Place, showing the Army and the world that Fort Hood isn’t merely a place, it’s a Family working together as a team to achieve greatness. Looking back on 2018 provides time for reflection, while creating anticipation for all the Great Place has in store for 2019.   III… Read more »

Congressman Carter released the following statement after the Department of Veterans Affairs announced a temporary policy for GI Bill payments. Read more »

Yesterday, Congressman John Carter (TX-31) sent a letter to Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie to hold the VA accountable for reported issues with GI Bill payments to veterans. Read more »

(KWTX) U.S. Rep. John Carter, R-Round Rock, whose district includes most of Fort Hood, is angered by delays in GI Bill college aid payments to thousands of veterans resulting from problems with the Department of Veterans Affairs IT system. “Our veterans deserve the benefits they’re owed. Congress has championed education benefits offered by the VA, so this complete… Read more »

Today, Congressman John Carter (TX-31) announced $61 million in funding to renovate five additional barracks at Ft. Hood. These barracks are rated at Q4, the lowest possible quality rating. Last month, Congressman Carter toured barracks that were under renovation with Chairman Mac Thornberry of the Armed Services Committee, and stressed the importance of authorizing and funding barracks renovations, as well as motorpool and hangar construction. Read more »