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Hill Policy
TX · DISTRICT 31

John R. Carter

RepublicanTexasCurrently serving

Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source ↗

What they said 12

Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.

While serving · Original date not established

Keep authority over Texans’ waters in Texas

AI-assisted summary

Carter applauded the Trump administration’s withdrawal of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule and supports Texans, rather than the federal government, having authority over their own waters. He presents this as a continuing position, but does not propose a specific measure or define the scope of that authority.

Context: The scope of the authority Carter supports is unspecified.

While serving · Original date not established

Support water conservation and recycling

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Carter strongly supports water conservation and water recycling, saying they can help preserve water resources for the long term. He emphasizes water’s importance to farms and livestock in Texas and his district, but does not identify a particular program or policy mechanism.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.