119th Congress

Earl L. "Buddy" Carter

Representative, GA-1, Georgia

Party

Republican

Born: September 6, 1957 (age 69)
In Congress: House since 2015
Term Ends: January 3, 2027
Votes With Party: 99%
Missed Votes: 8%
Office Phone: 202-225-5831
Website: buddycarter.house.gov

Committees

Energy and Commerce
Budget

Who Is Earl L. "Buddy" Carter?

Earl L. "Buddy" Carter is a Republican representative from GA-1 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2015. Born September 6, 1957, Carter is 69. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Carter voted on 286 and missed 24. Carter voted with the majority of their party 99% of the time. Carter sponsored 64 bills and resolutions this Congress.

How Earl L. "Buddy" Carter Voted

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YeaProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".H.J.Res. 213, September 16, 2026
YeaPROOF ActH.R. 10326, September 16, 2026
YeaLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026H.R. 5334, September 16, 2026
YeaRatepayer Protection ActH.R. 9340, September 16, 2026
YeaWater Resources Development Act of 2026H.R. 9497, September 16, 2026
YeaNational Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026H.R. 9576, September 16, 2026
YeaRetire through Ownership ActS. 2403, September 16, 2026
NayDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.H.Con.Res. 93, September 15, 2026
YeaProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".H.J.Res. 210, September 15, 2026
YeaDiesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025H.R. 2140, September 15, 2026
Did Not VoteGUARD ActH.R. 2978, September 15, 2026
YeaWhistleblower Protection Act of 2025H.R. 4646, September 15, 2026

Bills Earl L. "Buddy" Carter Sponsored

Recognizes October as "American Pharmacy Month" in honor of the contributions of pharmacists and pharmacy teams in providing safe, accessible, affordable, and effective patient care services and products to all residents and protecting public health in communities across the United States;. (H.Res. 1617, Introduced)
FDA Modernization Act 3.0 (H.R. 2821, Passed the House)
Chief Chris Eddy’s Law (H.R. 9266, In Committee)
Zero Tolerance for Political Violence Act of 2026 (H.R. 8678, In Committee)
Save America’s Family Forests Act of 2026 (H.R. 8538, In Committee)
Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 2493, Passed the House)
American Broadband Deployment Act of 2025 (H.R. 2289, Out of Committee)
Recognizing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for their work in protecting communities from violent criminals and illegal aliens. (H.Res. 1168, Introduced)
Farmers’ AID Relief Act (H.R. 7462, In Committee)
Rural and Underserved Health Care Staffing Act (H.R. 7686, In Committee)
GAP Supply Act (H.R. 7528, In Committee)
Undersea Cable Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 261, Passed the House)

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No Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026 (H.R. 7423, In Committee)
PASTEUR Act of 2026 (H.R. 7352, In Committee)
Condemning the violent disruption of a religious worship service at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, reaffirming the constitutional right to religious freedom, and commending the Department of Justice for its prompt investigation. (H.Res. 1026, Introduced)
CLEAR Act (H.R. 4218, Out of Committee)
Fraud Accountability Act (H.R. 6975, In Committee)
Veterans Health Care Stamp Act (H.R. 4488, In Committee)
Thiokol Memorial Gold Medal Act (H.R. 6559, In Committee)
Condemning the Government of Ethiopia for actions that threaten regional stability, violate fundamental human rights, and undermine the strategic interests of the United States in the Horn of Africa. (H.Res. 937, Introduced)
Medicaid Staffing Flexibility and Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 6254, In Committee)
MAMDANI Act (H.R. 5937, In Committee)
Skin Substitute Access and Payment Reform Act (H.R. 5768, In Committee)
Supporting the recognition of October 2025 as "National Breast Cancer Awareness Month". (H.Res. 806, Introduced)
Recognizing October 2025 as "American Pharmacists Month" in honor of the contribution of pharmacists to provide safe, accessible, affordable, and beneficial patient care services and products to all residents and protect the public health of our communities. (H.Res. 805, Introduced)
Recognizing President Donald J. Trump's Role as a Transformational Peacemaker Whose Achievements in International Diplomacy Merit the Nobel Peace Prize. (H.Res. 799, Introduced)
Condemning the September 10, 2025, political assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy. (H.Res. 709, Introduced)
Removing a certain Member from certain standing committees of the House. (H.Res. 706, Introduced)
340B ACCESS Act (H.R. 5256, In Committee)
Supporting the designation of the week of September 14, 2025, through September 20, 2025, as "Telehealth Awareness Week". (H.Res. 686, Introduced)
Censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib for promoting and cheering on terrorism and antisemitism at the People's Conference for Palestine. (H.Res. 674, Introduced)
Telehealth Modernization Act (H.R. 5081, In Committee)
To recognize and honor the heroes of the Fort Stewart, Georgia, shooting on August 6, 2025. (H.Res. 652, Introduced)
TOO LATE Act (H.R. 4975, In Committee)
Condemning remarks made by Representative Delia Ramirez of Illinois declaring her allegiance to the Republic of Guatemala before the United States of America. (H.Res. 647, Introduced)
MOSSA Act (H.R. 4878, In Committee)
ERIC ADAMS Act of 2025 (H.R. 4838, In Committee)
Supporting the goals and ideals of Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. (H.Res. 617, Introduced)
CHARGE Investments Act (H.R. 4442, In Committee)
Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (H.R. 4425, In Committee)
ITS Codification Act (H.R. 1455, Passed the House)
PBM Reform Act of 2025 (H.R. 4317, In Committee)
Congratulating St. Joseph's Hospital of Savannah, Georgia, upon its 150th anniversary. (H.Res. 517, Introduced)
Truth in Gender Act of 2025 (H.R. 3950, In Committee)
Condemning the Violent Attacks on Law Enforcement Officers and Military Servicemembers, and the Destruction of Personal Property in Los Angeles, California. (H.Res. 494, Introduced)
Establishing the Select Committee to Investigate the Cover-Up of President Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr.'s Cognitive and Physical Health Decline. (H.Res. 448, Introduced)
Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Georgia Ports Authority. (H.Res. 437, Introduced)
Removing certain Members from certain standing committees of the House of Representatives. (H.Res. 406, Introduced)
Streamlining Critical Mineral Permitting Act (H.R. 3059, In Committee)
National Energy Dominance Council Act of 2025 (H.R. 2926, In Committee)
Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives. (H.Res. 283, Agreed To)
Common Sense Air Regulations Act (H.R. 2288, In Committee)
SIGN Pardons Act (H.R. 2248, In Committee)
To designate the U.S. National Poultry Research Center of the Department of Agriculture located in Athens, Georgia, as the "Abit Massey Poultry Research Center". (H.R. 1596, In Committee)
State Strategic Stockpile Act of 2025 (H.R. 1980, In Committee)
Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 1909, In Committee)
SWAMP Act (H.R. 1779, In Committee)
DOC Access Act of 2025 (H.R. 1521, In Committee)
Red, White, and Blueland Act of 2025 (H.R. 1161, In Committee)
Health Care Provider Shortage Minimization Act of 2025 (H.R. 1160, In Committee)
HEALTH Panel Act (H.R. 751, In Committee)
Healthcare Freedom and Choice Act (H.R. 379, In Committee)
Disaster Reforestation Act (H.R. 262, In Committee)
FairTax Act of 2025 (H.R. 25, In Committee)

Floor Speeches

Carter spoke on the floor 178 times on 122 session days in the 119th Congress.

House, September 15, 2026, 146 wordsAm Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025
I rise today in strong support of H.R. 979, the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.
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House, September 15, 2026, 16 wordsGuarding Unprotected Aging Retirees From Deception Act of 2026
Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 301.
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House, September 3, 2026, 192 wordsHonoring the Life and Legacy of Philip Sampson
I rise today to honor the life and the memory of Philip Sampson, a lifelong resident of Young Harris, Georgia, a graduate of the Young Harris College, and a member of Epsilon Delta Sigma.
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House, August 31, 2026, 159 wordsRemembering Michael Mann
I rise today to honor the life of Michael Mann, a devoted husband, father, and servant leader who passed away on July 28 after a courageous 2-year battle with cancer.
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House, August 31, 2026, 3,754 wordsHonoring the Life of Carl Johnson, Sr.
I rise today to honor the life of retired Glynn County Fire Rescue Chief and former Glynn County Commissioner Carl Johnson, Sr.
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House, July 22, 2026, 199 wordsConcurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2027
Today, I rise in support of the SAVE America Act and the Protect America Act because it is about security, and it is getting back to common sense.
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House, July 22, 2026, 1,052 wordsHonoring Darlyn Martin
I rise today to wish Darlyn Martin of Richmond Hill, Georgia, a happy 100th birthday.
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House, July 21, 2026, 793 wordsNational Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
I rise in support of my amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act of 2027.
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House, July 20, 2026, 440 wordsFDA Modernization Act 3.0
I rise today in strong support of my bill, H.R. 2821, the FDA…
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House, July 20, 2026, 160 wordsHonoring Officers Gabriel Veras, Jr., and Carin Elmore
I rise today to honor Norcross Police Officer Gabriel Veras, Jr., and Communications Officer Carin Elmore for their heroic and lifesaving teamwork.
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Honoring Matthew Ledbetter (House, July 16, 2026)
Recognizing First Presbyterian Church of Macon's 200th Anniversary (House, July 15, 2026)
Honoring Clara Martin (House, July 14, 2026)
Celebrating 200 Years of First Presbyterian Church of Macon (House, July 14, 2026)
Recognizing Barrett Carter (House, June 30, 2026)
Honoring the Camden Pharmacy (House, June 29, 2026)
Honoring Battalion Chief Chris Eddy (House, June 11, 2026)
Secure America Act (House, June 9, 2026)
Debt Clock Ticking (House, June 4, 2026)
Honoring Michael Jordan (House, May 20, 2026)
Recognizing Griff Lynch (House, May 14, 2026)
Recognizing Cohen and Collins Trolio (House, May 12, 2026)
Congratulating Ladies of Frederica (House, April 30, 2026)
Fire Improvement and Reforming Exceptional Events Act (House, April 21, 2026)
Improving Care in Rural America Reauthorization Act of 2025 (House, April 21, 2026)
Honoring Private Bennet Waters (House, April 21, 2026)
Mystic Alerts Act (House, April 20, 2026)
Sharia-Free America (House, March 26, 2026)
Honoring Edna Jackson (House, March 25, 2026)
Honoring the Life of Fred W. Shaver, Jr. (House, March 25, 2026)
Honoring Howard Thomas Young (House, March 24, 2026)
Honoring Joel Leone (House, March 19, 2026)
Honoring Georgia Governor Brian Kemp (House, March 18, 2026)
Honoring Constituents of Georgia (House, March 18, 2026)
Recognizing Judge Patrick M. Shepherd (House, March 5, 2026)
Recognizing Martin Hogan (House, March 4, 2026)
Recognizing Lieutenant General Thomas Carden (House, February 25, 2026)
Information Quality Assurance Act of 2025 (House, February 24, 2026)
Recognizing Dr. Matt Hanley (House, February 12, 2026)
Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025 (House, February 11, 2026)
Undersea Cable Protection Act of 2025 (House, February 11, 2026)
Governor Kemp Appoints New Judges to Superior and State Courts in Georgia (House, February 11, 2026)
Mark Burns Inducted Into Living Legends of Aviation (House, February 10, 2026)
Marking 50th Anniversary of Coastal Area District Development Authority (House, February 9, 2026)
Retirement of Judge Ronnie Fender (House, February 4, 2026)
Congratulating Paul Brown on His Retirement (House, February 4, 2026)
Honoring the Life of Representative Bill Hembree (House, February 2, 2026)
Honoring Deputy Insurance Commissioner Steve Manders (House, January 22, 2026)
Recognizing Wayne Barth (House, January 21, 2026)
Honoring Seth Nesmith (House, January 21, 2026)
Passing Legislation to Reduce Unnecessary Animal Testing (House, January 20, 2026)
How Republicans Have Delivered for Americans (House, January 14, 2026)
Recognizing Riverview Hotel's 110th Anniversary (House, January 13, 2026)
Dr. Tim Connelly Receives 2025 Georgia Physician Hero Award (House, January 13, 2026)
Recognizing the U.S. Army 2025 Year in Review (House, January 12, 2026)
Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards Act (House, January 9, 2026)
Honoring Sonny Morris on His Retirement (House, January 8, 2026)
In Remembrance of the Honorable Doug Lamalfa (House, January 8, 2026)
Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development Act (House, December 18, 2025)
Do No Harm in Medicaid Act (House, December 18, 2025)
Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act (House, December 17, 2025)
Honoring Lowndes County, Georgia, on Its Bicentennial (House, December 17, 2025)
The Spirit of Georgia (House, December 16, 2025)
Power Plant Reliability Act of 2025 (House, December 16, 2025)
Protecting Children From Unscientific Medical Procedures (House, December 16, 2025)
Honoring the Service and Sacrifice of United States Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, Who Were Tragically Shot in Washington, D.C., in A... (House, December 15, 2025)
Honoring Fred W. Gretsch (House, December 15, 2025)
Celebrating 125th Anniversary of Great Dane (House, December 12, 2025)
Honoring Sheriff Richard Coleman (House, December 11, 2025)
Georgia Tech Thanksgiving (House, December 9, 2025)
Honoring National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force (House, December 4, 2025)
The Fight Against Suicide (House, December 3, 2025)
Mikaela Naylon Give Kids a Chance Act (House, December 1, 2025)
Recognizing Matt Harris (House, December 1, 2025)
Honoring Georgia's Finest (House, December 1, 2025)
Honoring Kent Hamilton (House, November 21, 2025)
Denouncing the Horrors of Socialism (House, November 21, 2025)
Researching Efficient Federal Improvements for Necessary Energy Refining Act (House, November 20, 2025)
Honoring Sheriff Jud Smith, Georgia's 2025 Sheriff of the Year (House, November 20, 2025)
Honoring Esther Omoyiwola (House, November 19, 2025)
Celebrating 225th Anniversary of First Baptist Church of Savannah (House, November 19, 2025)
Honoring His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew (House, September 17, 2025)
DC Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe Act (House, September 16, 2025)
Remembering Charlie Kirk (House, September 16, 2025)
People Are Sick and Tired (Under the Speaker's announced policy of January 3, 2025, Mr. Roy of Texas was recognized for 60 minutes as the designee of the majority leader.) Mr. ROY. Madam Speaker, I... (House, September 9, 2025)
Announcement by the Acting Chair (House, September 8, 2025)
Honoring Flynn Warren, Jr. (House, September 3, 2025)
America's Foresters Are in Need of Help (House, September 3, 2025)
Stop Chinese Fentanyl Act of 2025 (House, September 2, 2025)
Honoring Theron Darieng (House, September 2, 2025)
Promises Made, Promises Kept (House, September 2, 2025)
Recognizing Uscg Petty Officer Scott Ruskan (House, July 23, 2025)
Great Lakes Mass Marking Program Act of 2025 (House, July 22, 2025)
Addressing the Growing Abuses of Vision Benefit Managers (House, July 21, 2025)
Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025 (House, July 17, 2025)
Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (House, July 17, 2025)
Susan Mason: Savannah's Style and Service Icon (House, July 17, 2025)
Honoring Avery Low, Jr. (House, July 16, 2025)
Providing for Consideration of H.R. 4016, Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026; Providing for Consideration of H.R. 3633, Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025; Providing For... (House, July 15, 2025)
Communications Security Act (House, July 15, 2025)
Remembering Janie Hunt (House, July 14, 2025)
Institute for Telecommunication Sciences Codification Act (House, July 14, 2025)
Recognizing Ben Chapman (House, July 14, 2025)
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (House, July 2, 2025)
Recognizing the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force (House, June 27, 2025)
Fletc Celebrates 55 Year Anniversary (House, June 26, 2025)
Recognizing Wtoc-Tv in Savannah, Georgia (House, June 26, 2025)
Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities From Duis Act of 2025 (House, June 26, 2025)
Recognizing Uga 2025 Boren Award Winners (House, June 23, 2025)
Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act (House, June 23, 2025)
Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act (House, June 23, 2025)
Honoring Elizabeth Hartley (House, June 23, 2025)
Frederica Academy Baseball Team (House, June 12, 2025)
Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act (House, June 11, 2025)
Recognizing Rachel Kinsaul (House, June 11, 2025)
Congratulating Greg Parker, Retailer Executive of the Year (House, June 10, 2025)
Recognizing St. Simons Island (House, June 10, 2025)
American Cargo for American Ships Act (House, June 9, 2025)
Celebrating Georgia Pharmacy Association's 150th Anniversary (House, June 9, 2025)
Honoring Joel Willis for 45 Years of Service to Georgia (House, June 6, 2025)
Meals on Wheels 65th Anniversary (House, June 5, 2025)
Support for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 (House, June 4, 2025)
Recognizing Buford City Schools (House, June 4, 2025)
Recognition of Richard "Dick" Wallace (House, June 3, 2025)
Mourning the Loss of Chris Lane Gay (House, June 3, 2025)
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (House, May 21, 2025)
Honoring Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay Fire and Emergency Services (House, May 19, 2025)
Recognizing Emmitt Nolan (House, May 19, 2025)
Honoring the Life of George Millard Allen, Jr. (House, May 14, 2025)
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Ann Poppell (House, May 13, 2025)
Celebrating Leadership of Sue Adler (House, May 8, 2025)
Honoring Linda Johnson Wade for 50 Years of Service (House, May 7, 2025)
Recognizing Dr. William Clark (House, May 6, 2025)
In Recognition of Warren Brinson (House, May 5, 2025)
Honoring Joan Quaterman (House, May 1, 2025)
Honoring the Life of Thomas Burton Merritt (House, April 30, 2025)
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Lieutenant Commander Robert Stewart Cutler (House, April 30, 2025)
Recognizing David Sparks for Contributions to Pharmaceutical Industry (House, April 29, 2025)
Honoring the Life of John Thomas Welchel (House, April 29, 2025)
Honoring Charles Rinkevich, Sr. (House, April 28, 2025)
Recognizing Deputy Assistant Secretary Lori Frazier Bearden (House, April 10, 2025)
Dispensing With Morning-Hour Debate on Tomorrow (House, April 8, 2025)
Commending Jekyll Island Club Resort and Sea Island (House, April 7, 2025)
Moment of Silence in Remembrance of Staff Sergeants Jose Duenez, Jr., Edvin F. Franco, Troy S. Knutson-Collins, and Private First Class Dante D. Taitano (House, April 7, 2025)
Congratulating Russell Henley (House, April 7, 2025)
Electing a Member to a Certain Standing Committee of the House of Representatives (House, April 1, 2025)
Honoring Lieutenant Malcolm A. Champagne (House, April 1, 2025)
Remembering Harry Deantonio (House, March 31, 2025)
Honoring Life and Legacy of Tiffany Cooper (House, March 27, 2025)
Honoring Jekyll Island, Georgia (House, March 25, 2025)
Honoring Rayquan Williams (House, March 11, 2025)
Honoring Jay Burke Iii, Grand Marshal of the 201st Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade (House, March 10, 2025)
Honoring Coach John Willis (House, March 6, 2025)
Honoring the Life of Alan Holmes Stahl (House, March 3, 2025)
Celebrating 30th Anniversary of Tubby's Tank House (House, March 3, 2025)
Recognizing Hunter Thomas (House, February 27, 2025)
Celebrating Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Champions Nolan Smith, Jr., and Darius Slay, Jr. (House, February 26, 2025)
Mourning the Loss of John Reginald Murphy (House, February 25, 2025)
Mourning the Loss of Staff Sergeant Ryan Austin O'Hara (House, February 24, 2025)
Honoring Greg Parker (House, February 13, 2025)
Recognizing Kamille Nuque (House, February 12, 2025)
Honoring the Life of Lila Cay Williams Critz (House, February 10, 2025)
Protecting American Energy Production Act (House, February 7, 2025)
Mourning the Loss of John F. Mcmullan (House, February 7, 2025)
Remembering Charles Tamlin Hall, Jr. (House, February 6, 2025)
Honoring Samuel Lilley (House, February 5, 2025)
Honoring Kevin Jones (House, February 5, 2025)
Congratulating Dr. John W. Wells (House, February 4, 2025)
Recognizing Presidential Citizens Medal Recipient Paula Wallace (House, January 22, 2025)
Recognizing Jeff Barker (House, January 22, 2025)
Honoring William G. Fallin (House, January 21, 2025)
Honoring Senior Citizens, Inc., on 65 Years of Service to Georgians (House, January 16, 2025)
Remembering Sonny Smart (House, January 15, 2025)
Celebrating Coach Lamar Kirkley's 50-Year Anniversary (House, January 14, 2025)
Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 (House, January 14, 2025)
Mourning the Loss of Patricia Barragan Schreck (House, January 14, 2025)
Congratulations to Dr. Sara "Mandy" Reece on Her Appointment to Pcom (House, January 13, 2025)
Remembering Dr. Bob Nichols (House, January 7, 2025)

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Questions About Earl L. "Buddy" Carter

Is Earl L. "Buddy" Carter still in Congress?

Yes. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter is serving as representative from GA-1 in the 119th Congress.

What party is Earl L. "Buddy" Carter?

Earl L. "Buddy" Carter is a Republican.

When is Earl L. "Buddy" Carter up for reelection?

Carter's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.

How old is Earl L. "Buddy" Carter?

Earl L. "Buddy" Carter was born September 6, 1957 and is 69.

How often does Earl L. "Buddy" Carter vote with their party?

On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Carter voted with the majority of their party 99% of the time.

What committees is Earl L. "Buddy" Carter on?

House Committee on Energy and Commerce; House Committee on the Budget.