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John Rice Carter

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John Rice Carter is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Georgia's 1st congressional district since 2003. A member of the Republican Party, he has focused on issues such as military and veteran affairs, as well as economic development in his district. Carter has been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at supporting local businesses and enhancing the quality of life for his constituents. Throughout his tenure, he has participated in numerous committees and has been an advocate for policies that align with conservative values.

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May 14, 2026

I rise today to honor Mr. David Sparks who unexpectedly passed away on May 9 at the age of 82. Mr. Sparks served as the board chairman of Precision Health Holding and the past CEO of PCCA. He was a true visionary of the compounding…

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May 14, 2026

I rise today to thank Brian Patterson who was recently honored with the Carnegie Medal of Heroism for his courageous acts in a 2022 car crash. Brian is a retired soldier and LifeStar mechanic. On July 8, 2022, while driving down the…

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May 12, 2026

I rise today to recognize Cohen and Collins Trolio, who helped the Ole Miss Rebels win the SEC Men's Golf Championship in Sea Island, Georgia. Cohen finished third in the stroke play championships, and Collins won all matches, beating the…

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Apr 21, 2026

I rise today to honor Chad Nimmer for his recent appointment to the USDA Farm Service Agency Georgia State Committee. Mr. Nimmer is a former Georgia State House Representative from District 178 in Blackshear, Georgia, who I had the honor…

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Apr 21, 2026

I rise today to recognize Steve Mullenix, former chair of the National Council for Prescription Drug Programs. Steve is retiring after 16 years of dedication and service to the council. He has been instrumental in strengthening…

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Jun 10, 2025

I rise today to recognize St. Simons Island's designation by U.S. News and World Report as one of the best underrated travel destinations in the U.S. They evaluated over 1,500 vacation destinations worldwide and ranked them across numerous…

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Jun 4, 2025

I rise today to recognize Buford City Schools as being named among the top school districts in America. Education is one of the greatest gifts we can provide our children, and I am proud that Georgia is receiving recognition for this…

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Apr 1, 2025

By direction of the Republican Conference, I offer a privileged resolution and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 283 Resolved, That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected…

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Feb 16, 2025

The city of Pikeville has experienced significant and devastating flooding since yesterday afternoon, resulting in widespread impacts to our community.

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Jan 8, 2025

The incumbents, Democrats and Republicans, look upon this unlimited money as a great benefit to themselves.

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Jan 8, 2025

It violates the essence of what made America a great country in its political system. Now it’s just an oligarchy, with unlimited political bribery being the essence of getting the nominations for president or to elect the president.

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Jan 8, 2025

First of all, I’m running for president. Secondly, I’m going to be elected. Third, this is very important: I need your help.

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May 7, 2024

We are facing foreign economic influences and challenges that can only be halted by prioritizing domestic competition and American labor.

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May 7, 2024

The Department of Commerce's mission to spur economic growth and opportunities for all Americans grows more and more important every day.

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May 7, 2024

The Department of Commerce's Fiscal Year 25 budget request totals $11.4 billion which is $654 million or 6 percent increase over the Fiscal Year 2024 enacted level.

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Apr 20, 2024

Neither I know the American people would support the sending of an American team to Moscow with Soviet invasion troops in Afghanistan.

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Apr 9, 2024

I think the Congress and the Navy made the right decision when we actually decided to also add additional SM-6 capability to the frigate as well, too, which will make it even that more capable as a multimission platform.

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Mar 19, 2024

You get some people's attention, we can step on their air hose.

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Mar 19, 2024

We must do our due diligence to ensure we fully fund veterans' programs in a bipartisan and financially responsible manner.

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Mar 19, 2024

The cost of taking care of kids right now is really almost as bad as the cost of college.

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Mar 19, 2024

Thank you again for the work on the H-2B visas. That has absolutely helped us with staying on track with our construction efforts on Guam.

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Mar 19, 2024

I have got a bill that I have introduced twice and I plan to get it done this time. It is Military Spouses Hiring Act.

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Mar 19, 2024

If you actually contract a certain way on closing for the--where they are getting their money and you are holding back some of their money until you see them doing what they are supposed to do...

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