Representative Troy Carter, Democratic from Louisiana

Troy Carter

Representative · Louisiana · Democrat

Troy Carter

Biography
Before entering Congress, Troy Carter built his career as a community advocate and public servant in New Orleans. Elected as the U.S. Representative for Louisiana’s 2nd district in 2021, Carter focuses on economic revitalization, criminal justice reform, and expanding access to healthcare. He has served on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and played a leading role in securing federal disaster relief for his district following Hurricane Ida. Carter approaches his work with a pragmatic style, aiming to deliver tangible results for the diverse communities of southeast Louisiana.
Education
  • M.S., Holy Cross University, New Orleans, LA
    2021
  • B.A. in Business Administration and Political Science, Xavier University, New Orleans, LA
    1986
  • Attended, Harvard JFK School of Government and Carnegie Mellon’s School of Urban and Public Affairs
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2021-Present

    Representing Louisiana's 2nd district

  • Member, Louisiana Senate

    2016–21

  • Member, New Orleans City Council

    1994–2002

  • Member, Louisiana House of Representatives

    1992–94

  • Business Consultant

  • Entrepreneur

Policy Focus
Health13%
Emergency Management13%
Commerce11%
Education9%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Troy Carter's record in Congress.

  • Hurricane Ida Recovery Funding

    Secured federal disaster relief funds for Louisiana communities impacted by Hurricane Ida in 2021.

  • Affordable Housing Advocacy

    Supported legislation to increase funding for affordable housing and homelessness prevention in Louisiana.

  • Infrastructure Investment

    Helped deliver federal infrastructure funds for road, bridge, and drainage improvements in the New Orleans area.

  • Criminal Justice Reform

    Co-sponsored the EQUAL Act to eliminate sentencing disparities between crack and powder cocaine offenses.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Homeland Security
  • House Committee on Energy and Commerce

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