Years in Office
10
Bills Sponsored
198
Bills Co-Sponsored
1791
Committees
2
Buddy Carter Biography
Buddy Carter, a former pharmacist and small business owner, was elected to represent Georgia’s 1st congressional district in 2014. Drawing on his healthcare experience, Carter prioritizes prescription drug affordability, coastal environmental protection, and veterans’ services. He played a key role in advancing opioid abuse prevention legislation and serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Carter approaches his work as a pragmatic advocate, aiming to address local needs and strengthen his district’s voice in federal policy.
Education
- B.S. in Pharmacology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA(1980)
- A.A., Young Harris College, Young Harris, GA(1977)
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Buddy Carter's congressional service.
Opioid Crisis Response
Supported the passage of the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act to address opioid addiction and expand treatment options.
Pharmacy Benefit Manager Reform
Introduced legislation to increase transparency and oversight of pharmacy benefit managers to lower prescription drug costs.
Savannah Harbor Expansion
Secured federal funding for the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project to improve port infrastructure and economic growth.
Rural Broadband Access
Advocated for increased federal investment in rural broadband to expand high-speed internet access in underserved Georgia communities.
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