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December 19, 2025

INDIANAPOLIS—Today, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) made the following statement in reaction to Martin University’s announcement it will pause operations:

“Earlier this year, Indiana officials cut funding for Martin University, Indiana's only predominately Black institution of higher education. Now Martin is set to close its doors. 

Issues:Education

December 16, 2025

Washington, D.C.—The following are opening remarks, as prepared for delivery, from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Aviation André Carson (D-IN) during today’s hearing titled, "The State of American Aviation."
 


December 10, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Rudy Yakym (R-IN-02) and Congressman André Carson (D-IN-07) introduced the “Safeguarding Americans from Fraudulent and Experimental (SAFE) Drugs Act of 2025” (H.R. 6509) to protect patients from untested, unapproved, and potentially dangerous mass compounded drugs.

Issues:Health Care

December 8, 2025
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This week, the Indiana Senate is voting on whether to redraw our US congressional maps—5 years early. The Indiana House of Representatives voted last week to advance this plan. 

There’s a lot of confusion about redistricting, including why it’s happening at all, especially when there are so many other pressing issues to tackle: Utility costs. Healthcare. Job growth. 


November 19, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) announced his selection as the top Democrat on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation, to serve as the Ranking Member.  This leadership role encompasses the Subcommittee’s oversight of all aspects of civil aviation, including safety, airport infrastructure, labor, international issues, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).


November 18, 2025

Washington, D.C. - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX), and Rep. Andre Carson (D-IN) today introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure that, during any future government shutdowns, the U.S. National Airspace System and those responsible for its safe, efficient operation are protected from any lapses in federal funding.


November 10, 2025
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Indianapolis residents are seeing their SNAP benefits delayed because of the Trump administration’s directive to reduce SNAP benefits for November.

Issues:Food and NutritionEconomy

October 28, 2025

Washington, D.C.—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Representative Andre Carson (D-IN) released the following statements as air traffic controllers missed their first full paycheck due to the Republican shutdown.
 


October 23, 2025
WASHINGTON, DC—As Congress enters the fourth week of a government shutdown, Congressman André Carson (IN-07) is calling on the House of Representatives to return to pass the Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025. This bill – co-led by Congressman Carson and Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) – would ensure air traffic controllers are paid on time and protect other essential aviation safety functions.