Press Releases

Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (GA-01) introduced the TSA Screening Transparency and Accountability Act to analyze the cost effectiveness, efficiency, and customer satisfaction of the Screening Partnership Program (SPP) compared to airport screening through the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). SPP allows for privatized passenger screening where airports can opt-out of TSA… Read more »

Congressman Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (GA-01) and Congressman Pete Sessions (TX-32), Chairman of the House Committee on Rules, along with twelve of their colleagues, introduced a resolution in the United States House of Representatives today recognizing the historical importance of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and calling on the National Museum of African American History and… Read more »

U.S. Senators Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., and David Perdue, R-Ga., and U.S. Representative Buddy Carter, R-Ga.-01, today applauded the decision by the U.S. Army to create a new Armor Brigade Combat Team at Fort Stewart in Hinesville, Ga. The Army will convert 3rd Infantry Division’s 2nd Brigade Combat Team to an Armor Brigade Combat team. The conversion is set to begin in summer 2017. This… Read more »

Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (GA-01) today praised passage of the 21st Century Cures Act by the United States House of Representatives to pave the way for the next generation of disease cures and treatments. "This legislation is a game-changer in the way we treat disease," said Carter. "As a life long health care professional, I've seen diseases devastate the lives of far too… Read more »

Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (GA-01) released the following statement applauding President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Congressman Tom Price (GA-06) as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services: "Tom Price is absolutely the best man for the job and I applaud President-elect Trump's decision. As a fellow health care professional, Tom has experienced firsthand… Read more »

"Don was the consummate professional with a heart of gold. He had a knack for finding the story and applying his unique point of view to bring it into our homes every night. On camera and off, he was a genuine person who cared deeply for our community. Amy and I send our thoughts and prayers to the Logana family, the WTOC family, and all those in our community who join us in mourning this loss." Read more »

Carter Mourns Loss of Hero SAVANNAH, GA - Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) released the following statement on the death of Master Firefighter Michael Curry: "Our hearts are heavy in Savannah as we mourn the loss of Master Firefighter Mike Curry. He died in service to our community and, as he did so often, running towards and emergency while others sought out safety. Amy and I are heartbroken and send our prayers to the Curry family, the community of first responders, and all those who join us in mourning the loss of a true hero." ### Read more »

Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (GA-01) released the following statement after it was reported that President Barack Obama criticized President-elect Donald Trump in Athens, Greece today: "It is disappointing that President Obama would use his platform to attack our President-Elect on foreign soil. The American people spoke loud and clear on Tuesday. We are ready for a new America… Read more »

Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (GA-01) released the following statement after Congressman Doug Collins (GA-09) was elected to serve as Vice Chair of the United States House of Representatives Republican Conference for the 115th Congress: "Congratulations to my friend Doug Collins, the next Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference! I'm thrilled that Doug's work ethic,… Read more »

Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (GA-01) released the following statement on the results of the election for President of the United States: "This is a new and exciting day for America! After eight years which have been nothing short of a disaster led by President Obama and democrats, we now have the opportunity to turn to a new page in our history. Americans are frustrated, just as… Read more »