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In his first act as a United States Representative, Congressman Earl L. “Buddy” Carter lent his support as an original co-sponsor of a bill that would replace the current tax code with a national consumption tax known as the Fair Tax. “As a small business owner for nearly 30 years, I’ve experienced firsthand the devastating impact of our outdated tax code,” Carter said. “That’s why my… Read more »

Today, Congressman Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (GA-01) voted to block President Obama’s controversial executive action on immigration while funding critical border and homeland security programs. “President Obama’s executive actions are not only dangerous, they’re unconstitutional,” Carter said. “The House acted today to stand up to the President, uphold the rule of law and restore the… Read more »

Congressman Buddy Carter (GA-01) released the following statement today after the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 3, the Keystone XL Pipeline Act, with Carter’s support. The legislation would clear several bureaucratic hurdles for the pipeline which has been under review for over six years. “We can’t afford to delay this project any longer. It’s been more than 2,300… Read more »

Congressman Buddy Carter (GA-01) released the following statement today after the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 30, the Save American Workers Act, with his support. The legislation would repeal the 30-hour definition of full-time employment in the Affordable Care Act and restore the traditional 40-hour definition. “Obamacare’s employer mandate redefines full-time… Read more »

Earl L. “Buddy” Carter was sworn in to the 114th United States Congress as the United States Representative for Georgia’s First Congressional District. “I am honored and excited to represent the people of the First District of Georgia,” said Carter. “We have a great opportunity, and even more a responsibility, to show real leadership that… Read more »