Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter Sr. convened a private listening session between several members of Congress and family members of victims of police violence. The family members represented victims who died during incidents with law enforcement in Louisiana.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter Sr. joined with his colleagues and voted to support the Family Violence Prevention and Services Improvement Act of 2021 (FVPSA). This legislation will enhance and refocus federal investments to address intimate partner violence and support survivors, increasing funds for the states to run these programs by 37% on average.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter Sr. released the following statement on the passing of former Secretary of State and former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs General Colin Powell.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter Sr. voted to pass $28.6 billion in disaster recovery funds, including billions for Louisiana to recover from hurricanes Ida and Laura. He spoke on the House Floor in support of the measure and delivered the following remarks:
“I stand in support of this CR.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter Sr. joined his colleagues in righting the injustices of the past and voted to pass the EQUAL Act. This legislation will finally eliminate the federal sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine offenses, a arbitrary differentiation that has fueled mass incarceration and enormous racial disparities. |