American Flood Coalition Recognizes Representative Troy Carter as a Federal Champion
As Louisiana and the Gulf Coast face stronger storms, Rep. Carter commits to leading on smart, proactive flood solutions.
WASHINGTON, DC — November 30, 2023 — The American Flood Coalition today recognized Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) as a Federal Champion for his leadership, public service, and commitment to finding solutions to challenges posed by flooding.
“As a New Orleans native, I’ve experienced the destruction and pain caused by flooding firsthand, as well as the importance of recovering in a way that ensures we are more resilient against future floods,” said Rep. Carter. “That’s why I’m proud to serve as co-chair the Flood Resiliency Caucus. I am proud and honored to be recognized as a Federal Champion and will work alongside the American Flood Coalition in driving transformational solutions to flooding and sea level rise, especially along the Gulf Coast.”
Rep. Carter joins 38 bipartisan AFC Federal Champions, members of Congress dedicated to advancing solutions to stronger storms, more frequent flooding, and higher seas. Rep. Carter is the third Federal Champion from Louisiana, joining Senator Bill Cassidy and Rep. Garret Graves from the Pelican State.
“Whether leading efforts to more effectively support flood survivors or applying a comprehensive resilience lens across infrastructure investments, Representative Carter understands the challenges and opportunities of building flood resilience,” said Melissa Roberts, Executive Director of the American Flood Coalition. “As a native New Orleanian who has experienced firsthand some of this country’s most devastating storms, Representative Carter offers an important perspective and exciting energy to our roster of Federal Champions.”
Rep. Carter currently serves on the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure and the House Committee on Homeland Security, where he serves as the lead Democrat on its Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology. Through these roles, Representative Carter has championed once-in-a-generation federal funding for flood-resilient infrastructure.
Rep. Carter has also been a leader on bipartisan proposals that would strengthen federal programs to better serve those on the front lines of flooding and sea level rise.
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About the American Flood Coalition
The American Flood Coalition is a nonpartisan group that brings together cities, elected officials, military leaders, businesses, and civic groups to drive adaptation to higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding. The Coalition advances solutions that support flood-affected communities and protect our nation’s residents, economy, and military installations. AFC has over 400 members across 22 states, as well as 38 Federal Champions. For more on the organization’s work or how to become a member, visit floodcoalition.org.
About Federal Champions
The American Flood Coalition is an IRS Section 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The American Flood Coalition is not a Congressional Member Organization, nothing on this website shall be read to imply official sponsorship by either the U.S. House of Representatives or the U.S. Senate or any of their respective Members, and Federal Champions have no membership obligations or fiduciary responsibilities with respect to the American Flood Coalition. Federal Champion is an honorary title awarded by the American Flood Coalition to recognize Members of Congress who have come together to drive adaptation to the reality of higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding.
