Gary M. Carter, Jr. is a Democratic State Senator representing Louisiana Senate District 7, which encompasses portions of Jefferson, Orleans, and Plaquemines parishes. Born in November 1974, Carter was elected to the Louisiana State Senate in 2021 and is eligible to serve through the end of the 2028-2032 term. He represents the New Orleans metropolitan area and brings a legal background to his legislative work.

Education

• Archbishop Shaw High School
• Xavier University of Louisiana, B.A. in Political Science
• Tulane Law School, J.D.

Political Experience

Carter serves on several significant committees in the Louisiana State Senate:

• Vice Chair of Transportation, Highways and Public Works
• Member of the Judiciary A Committee
• Member of the Retirement Committee
• Member of Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee
• Interim Member of Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee
• Member of the Joint Legislative Committee on Capital Outlay

He is active in the Democratic Caucus and holds memberships in the Jefferson Parish Legislative Delegation, Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus, and Orleans Delegation. Carter maintains a legislative office at 2401 Westbend Parkway, Suite 3071, in New Orleans and can be reached at 361-6600 or carterg@legis.la.gov.