To support our children, provide for their education, promote their well-being, and secure a brighter future, We the Parents of the United States enjoin this Parents Bill of Rights:
1. Right to know what’s being taught in schools and to see reading material 2. Right to be heard 3. Right to see school budget and spending 4. Right to protect their child’s privacy 5. Right to be updated on any violent activity at school
You just read the Parents Bill of Rights, which House Republicans unveiled this week. We pledged to create a future that’s built on freedom and that includes ensuring that parents have a say in their child’s education – something Washington Democrats are implementing policies to prevent.
Prominent Democrats openly admit in hearings that children need to be protected from their parents. The Secretary of Education says that parents should not be the “primary stakeholder” in their child’s education. The FBI labeled concerned parents as “domestic terrorists” for making their voices heard in school board meetings. (Don’t believe me? Check out this video).
Left unchecked, parents could end up being locked out of school buildings completely!
Parents, not the government, know what’s best for their children. Cutting them out of schools isn’t just wrong – it’s detrimental to the next generation’s future and well-being.
If you want updates about this legislation and to send a message to the Washington Democrats that YOU want a say in your child’s education, click here. |
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In this week's edition of Buddy's Briefing, we're talking about something that could save lives - and it fits in your medicine cabinet. |
Monday, February 27, 2023: After traveling back to Washington this morning, I head to the House Chamber where I pay tribute to Georgia Insurance Commissioner John F. King, who has recently retired from the Georgia National Guard as a Major General after 41 years of dedicated service, Operation Ghost Busted, a joint law enforcement effort of Southeast Georgia agencies that resulted in the indictment of 76 people with drug trafficking conspiracy with the Ghost Face Gangsters gang, and the Marshes of Glynn Libraries who were recently recognized as Georgia Public Library of the Year.
Afterwards, I head to my office where I have a virtual interview with One America News (OAN) to discuss aid to Ukraine and the recent media reports regarding the origin of COVID. Next, I head to our weekly Energy and Commerce (E&C) Communications and Technology (C&T) Subcommittee huddle with Chairman Bob Latta (R-OH) and staff to discuss the subcommittee’s upcoming business for the week.
After heading to the House Recording Studio in the Rayburn Office Building to record a video for the Digestive Disease National Coalition (DDNC) thanking them for honoring me with their Public Policy Leadership Award, I head back to my office where I join in on our all staff conference call.
Next, I head to the office of Rep. Bill Johnson (R-OH), who serves as Chairman of the Environment, Manufacturing & Critical Materials Subcommittee of E&C, which I also serve on, to discuss the initiatives of the subcommittee for this upcoming session.
Afterwards, I head to a full E&C briefing with Phil Swagel, head of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), as he updates us on CBO’s latest projections regarding the deficit and debt and policies within E&C’s jurisdiction, including health, telecom, and energy.
After a scheduling meeting in my office with my Chief of Staff and Scheduler, I head to our weekly Whip Team meeting before heading to the House Chamber for our first vote series of the week. |
Rep. Carter records remarks for DDNC |
Tuesday, February 28, 2023: After attending our weekly GOP Conference this morning, I head back to my office where I have a non-public briefing with staff of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding the 6(b) study that have recently undertaken to determine the impact Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) have had on the access and affordability of prescription drugs.
Next, I head to an educational briefing held by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) where I speak on PBMs and the issues that they may present for pharmacies, pharmacists, and their patients.
Once back in my office, I meet with my good friend from St. Simons Island, Joe McDonough, to learn more about the exciting project he is working on, before heading to the Capitol Plaza where I meet with Savannah Mayor Van Johnson and the Chatham County Youth Commission for pictures and a question and answer session.
Next, I head to a meeting of the conservative Republican Study Committee (RSC) before heading to an E&C Environment Subcommittee markup of bills. During the markup we break for our first vote series of the day and, once back, finish our work.
Next, I have a series of meetings including with Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Commissioner Russell McMurry, and his Deputy Chief Engineer, Andrew Heath, as well as Colton Underwood, the former collegiate and professional football player and star of the Bachelor, who started the Colton Underwood Legacy Foundation, to focus on improving access to mental health care services for student-athletes and the pediatric population. I also meet with representatives from Goodwill of Southeast Georgia, the Georgia Credit Union Association and Boys & Girls Club of America before heading back to the House Chamber for our second vote series of the day.
Earlier today, members of our District staff traveled to Washington to participate in our annual staff planning session where we have team building activities and set our goals and priorities for this year. To get things started for the week, tonight we all travel to the White House where we enjoy a night of bowling at the Harry S. Truman Bowling Alley located in the basement of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. More information on the history of the bowling alley can be found here. |
Rep. Carter bowling with staff at the White House bowling alley |
Wednesday, February 28, 2023: After our weekly E&C member breakfast to discuss the committee’s business, I wave onto an E&C Innovation, Data, and Commerce Subcommittee hearing on promoting US innovation and individual liberty through a national standard for data privacy before heading off Capitol Hill to the Washington Monument to assist staff members in gaining access to the Monument.
Once back on Capitol Hill, I return to the hearing and, after we recess for our final vote series of the week, I meet with the CEO of KIA Georgia, Stuart Countess, before meeting with representatives from the Georgia Association of Broadcasters.
Next, I return to the hearing where I ask questions of our witnesses and, once back in my office, I meet with representatives from Philanthropy Southeast, one of the nation’s largest regional associations of grant makers, serving more than 300 foundations and corporate giving programs in the South.
Afterwards, I meet with members of the Georgia Farm Bureau before meeting with representatives from Weyerhaeuser. Next, I join my district and Washington staff as we head to the National Conservation Training Center in Shepherdstown, WV, for our staff planning session.
Once at the site, we have team building activities and later in the evening we have our introductory session. Our retreat this year is being run by Mark Sobol, a leadership and organizational consultant who developed and leads the Congressional Excellence Program to help congressional offices become more effective organizations to the benefit of their constituents. |
Rep. Carter meets with Chatham County youth |
Thursday, March 2, 2023: I’m up early this morning and live on the John Fredericks show as we discuss news of the day and later head to a teamwork session followed by staff presentations from each department head reviewing the successes and challenges from last year.
Later, we have another planning session where we review the learnings from last year and then set our goals for this year. |
Friday, March 3, 2023: After a very productive day yesterday, we have more team building activities this morning before heading back to Washington where we have tours of the Capitol for staff including a tour of the House Chamber where I am honored to present our long time district caseworker extraordinaire, Bruce Bazemore, with a silver tray and flag flown over the Capitol in his honor recognizing his 30 years of dedicated service to the people of the First Congressional District. |
Rep. Carter honors Bruce Bazemore for thirty years of service on Speaker's balcony |
Click here for this week's vote sheet in the House. |
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