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John R. Carter OppScore Rating: +3.23

John R. Carter (Republican, Texas district 31), U.S. House, holds an OppScore of +3.23. OppScore scores politicians from -5.00 to +5.00 against a stated values framework, including a fixed life-at-conception position applied equally to every party.

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John R. Carter is the Republican U.S. Representative for Texas's 31st congressional district, serving since 2003. A former Williamson County district judge, he chairs the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies. His legislative focus centers on defense funding, veterans' healthcare, and border security.

John R. Carter rating summary

• Party: Republican
• Position: U.S. House
• State: Texas
• District: 31
• OppScore: +3.23 on a -5.00 to +5.00 scale
• Score basis: Record based, documented on 44 of 44 scored questions

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