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September 3, 2025
If the President wants to provide federal resources to the City, I will work with him to provide funding to recruit and better train police officers.
— Troy Carter
Troy Carter
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Troy Anthony Carter is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Louisiana's 2nd congressional district since April 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Carter has a background in public service, having held various local offices prior to his election to Congress. He has focused on issues such as public safety, voting rights, and community resources during his tenure.
Jun 27, 2025
Let me be clear: the map currently in place reflects the demographic reality of our state and the legal mandates of the Voting Rights Act...the map adopted by the legislature was a product of bipartisan negotiation, judicial review, and…
Apr 30, 2025
Mr. Speaker, I rise today with great concern regarding our First and Fifth Amendment rights. Our constitutionally guaranteed freedom of speech and right to due process are under attack by the Musk-Trump administration. You don't have to…
Apr 29, 2025
Mr. Speaker, I hereby remove my name as cosponsor of H.R. 2111. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman's request is granted. ____________________
Mar 10, 2025
Mr. Speaker, I thank Representative Correa for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my bill, the Securing the Cities Improvement Act, a critical piece of legislation designed to help us build and maintain our Nation's security…
Feb 26, 2025
Mr. Speaker, President Trump has falsely suggested that Ukraine was responsible for the war with Russia and should have resolved the conflict years ago. This claim is not only unfounded, but it dangerously misrepresents the facts. Russia…
Feb 5, 2025
Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding. Mr. Chairman, I rise today in strong support of our Nation's Federal workers. As a proud member of the Labor Caucus, I stand with these professionals who keep our government running. Their…
Jan 15, 2025
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in memory of Martin ``Tiger'' Bech, William ``Billy'' DiMaio, Elliot Wilkinson, Nicole Perez, Kareem Badawi, Brandon Taylor, Nikyra Dedeaux, Matthew Tenedorio, Hubert Gauthreaux, Edward Pettifer, Reggie Hunter…
Dec 4, 2024
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate the remarkable career of my dear friend, Marion Edwards, as he prepares to retire from Jefferson Parish Council. A proud Louisiana native, born in Monroe, Marion Edwards has dedicated his…
Nov 14, 2024
Madam Speaker, since joining the United States Congress, I have sought to designate a postal facility in the name of Dr. Rudy Lombard in recognition of his legacy as a champion of civil rights. Simultaneously, I was exploring other options…
Sep 17, 2024
Mr. Speaker, I thank the chair for the opportunity to speak. As we come together for Suicide Prevention Month, I am deeply aware that this heartbreaking crisis is hitting the Black community hard. The CDC reported that in 2023, the suicide…
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