Congressman Troy Carter criticizes Trump administration's broadband funding decisions impacting Louisiana while securing new BEAD funding approval.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Carter comments on broadband funding: Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) has issued a statement regarding Louisiana's approval for additional Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funding under revised guidelines established by the Trump administration. He noted Louisiana was the first state to gain federal approval for deploying over $1.3 billion in BEAD funding this year.
Carter criticizes funding changes: Although the new plan enables additional deployment, Carter expressed concerns over the Trump administration's revisions, claiming they prioritize short-term savings and favor technologies like Elon Musk's Starlink over reliable fiber optic connections. He stressed the importance of swiftly approving remaining funding to support initiatives such as rural telehealth and workforce development.
Impact on broadband access: Under the original plan, 140,000 locations were to receive fiber internet, whereas the revised plan will connect about 130,000 locations, with a notable reduction in fiber broadband access. Carter highlighted the implications of relying on less durable technologies for internet connectivity across Louisiana.
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Troy A. Carter Fundraising
Troy A. Carter recently disclosed $237.6K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 402nd most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 32.7% came from individual donors.
Carter disclosed $136.7K of spending. This was the 447th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Carter disclosed $522.8K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 514th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
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Troy A. Carter Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Troy A. Carter:
- H.R.5109: To require the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration of the United States to develop guidelines to improve returning citizens' access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program, to assist individuals in custody of Federal, State, and local prisons in pre-applying or preparing applications for Transportation Worker Identification Credential cards, and to assist individuals requesting an appeal or waiver of preliminary determination of ineligibility, and for other purposes.
- H.R.3805: Protecting Community Television Act
- H.R.2992: To amend title 23, United States Code, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act with respect to vehicle roadside crashes, work zone safety, and for other purposes.
- H.R.2822: To extend the National Flood Insurance Program through December 31, 2026.
- H.R.2539: FISCAL Act
- H.R.2037: Open RAN Outreach Act
You can track bills proposed by Troy A. Carter on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Carter.
