John Carter Current News

House Conference Secretary John Carter (R-Fort Hood), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, today voted for the long-waited emergency war funding bill.  The bi-partisan bill includes $161.8 billion for our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, $2.65 billion for disaster relief in the Midwest and expanded G.I. Benefits.

“Our troops have waited close to 500 days for these funds to provide them with the tools and resources they need to help them succeed and return home safely. Although I believe this is far too long for our soldiers to wait, I am pleased to see House Democrats and Republicans work out their differences and agree on a package that will get funding to our troops without restrictions."

“I am very proud of House Republicans who fought tirelessly to eliminate tax increases, plans for withdrawal and billions in additional spending."

“I am also pleased to see that the new G.I. bill, of which I am a co-sponsor and proud supporter, was also included.  For the first time, soldiers will be able to pass their hard-earned education benefits to their family members. In addition to these important items, we must also provide the victims of the Midwest floods the resources they need to start rebuilding their lives.  As they pick up the pieces of their homes and communities, I would like them to know that Texas is praying for each and every one of them."

“I am proud of this bill and what it does for our troops and those suffering in the Midwest.  I look forward to seeing it pass the Senate and signed into law by the President in the upcoming days.”