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Reps. Carter, Peters, Langworthy, Levin, Carey reintroduce bill encouraging drug development to combat antimicrobial resistance

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Reps. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA), Scott Peters (D-CA), Nick Langworthy (R-NY), Mike Levin (D-CA), and Mike Carey (R-OH) introduced the bipartisan Pioneering Antimicrobial Subscriptions to End Upsurging Resistance (PASTEUR) Act to encourage innovative drug development targeting the most threatening infections, improve the appropriate use of antibiotics…

Carter statement on FTC settlement with Express Scripts to bring down prescription drug costs

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today released the following statement after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) confirmed it has reached a historic settlement with Express Scripts, Inc. and its affiliated entities (collectively “ESI”) to bring down patients’ out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs – including insulin – by up to $7 billion over the next…

A New Era for Patients: Carter celebrates President Trump signing PBM reforms into law

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today celebrated President Trump’s signing into law key portions of Rep. Carter’s PBM Reform Act as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026.    After more than a decade of advocacy, Rep. Carter’s efforts have resulted in a major win for patients and pharmacies that will increase transparency, preserve patient…

Carter's leadership brings $5 million to widen I-16 in Georgia

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today announced $5 million in funding to support the widening of Interstate 16 (I-16) from four to six lanes in Chatham, Effingham, and Bryan counties as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026.   “This is a critical investment in the future of Georgia’s Coastal Empire,” said Rep. Carter. “As freight traffic…

ICYMI: Carter holds Insurance CEOs' feet to fire during heated E&C hearing

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter questioned CEOs of major health insurance providers during an Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health Hearing entitled, “Lowering Health Care Costs for All Americans: An Examination of Health Insurance Affordability.”   His line of questioning focused on the bloated compensation that the heads of these major companies-…

Carter announces House passage of $100M to support World Cup transit in host cities

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) announced $100 million in funding to help host cities, including Atlanta, cover transit costs associated with hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026.   This funding was included in the House-passed Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026.   “As Georgia prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this transit funding will help…

Carter introduces resolution condemning Minnesota church insurrectionists

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today introduced a resolution condemning the January 18, 2026, storming of Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, by protestors who interfered with congregants’ ability to peacefully assemble and freely exercise their faith.   The resolution states that the insurrectionists, including former CNN host Don Lemon, violated the…

Carter announces $4.2 million in funding for Savannah-Georgia Convention Center Authority

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today announced $4.2 million in funding to complete the Slip 3 Riverwalk restoration project adjacent to the Savannah Convention Center as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026.   This funding will lead to the completion of the Riverwalk Renovation and Critical Infrastructure Improvements Project at the Savannah…

Carter spotlights $4 million in funding for road infrastructure improvements in Pooler

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today announced $4 million in funding for Phase II of Quacco Road improvements in Pooler, Georgia, as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026.   This funding will widen, enhance traffic flow, reduce congestion, and improve safety along this key corridor.   “As the former mayor and longtime resident of…