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Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies

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Chairman John Carter

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John Carter – ChairDebbie Wasserman Schultz – Ranking Member
John RutherfordSanford Bishop, Jr. 
Michael GuestVeronica Escobar 
Ryan ZinkeMike Levin 
Stephanie BiceHenry Cuellar 
Scott Franklin 
Mark Alford – Vice Chair 
Nick LaLota 

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Recent Activity

Meeting Status:
Scheduled
Date:
Location:
Capitol Complex, 2358-C RHOB, Washington, DC, 20515, USA

March 11, 2025
Remarks
In today’s hearing we will examine opportunities for the use of innovative technologies in military construction. But first, I want to take a moment to welcome our new Subcommittee members.

Meeting Status:
Scheduled
Date:
Location:
Capitol Complex, 2362A RHOB, Washington, DC, 20515, USA

December 16, 2024
We owe our freedom to the nation’s veterans who have put their lives on the line for America, and it is our duty to honor the commitments we’ve made to ensure their well-being and care in return. Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Chairman John “Judge” Carter (R-TX) understands the gravity of this monumental responsibility. In this week’s Appropriations 101 conversation with Interior and Environment Subcommittee Chairman Mike Simpson (R-ID), Carter speaks candidly about the struggles of funding consistent, high-end, and reliable health care for America’s heroes.

November 20, 2024
Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Appropriations Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee held an oversight hearing on the Veterans’ Health Administration FY25 potential shortfall.

November 20, 2024
Remarks

Good morning. I would like to welcome Dr. Shereef Elnahal, Under Secretary for Health and Mr. Josh Jacobs, Under Secretary for Benefits at the Veterans Benefits Administration both of the Department of Veterans Affairs. 

The subcommittee recognizes and appreciates the work being done at the VA. We know that since the PACT Act, enrollment in VA health care has grown significantly as we provide earned benefits to our veterans.             


November 20, 2024
Remarks

Dr. Elnahal and Mr. Jacobs, welcome, and thank you for taking the time to appear here today to discuss this pressing issue affecting our veterans.


Meeting Status:
Scheduled
Date:
Location:
Capitol Complex, 2362A RHOB, Washington, DC, 20515, USA

September 17, 2024
Washington, D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives met to consider the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act, which provides $3 billion in mandatory funding for certain veteran benefits and holds the Biden-Harris Administration accountable for its egregious budgeting errors that caused the unprecedented shortfall. The measure was approved by voice vote.

September 17, 2024
Remarks
My district is home to one of the largest veteran populations in the country. From World War 2 to the Global War on Terror, we take pride in knowing that our sons and daughters have answered their nation's call to duty time and time again, without hesitation.