Statements and posts
43 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Cornyn, Colleagues’ Mystic Alerts Act Heads to President’s Desk
Announced Senate passage of Mystic Alerts Act enabling satellite emergency alerts.
“More than 130 people were tragically killed in the July 4th floods that ravaged Central Texas last year, many of whom did not receive emergency alerts due to compromised cellular networks that were knocked out by the storm.”
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Cornyn, Weber Introduce Bill to Establish a National Recreation Area Along Texas Coastline
Introduced bill to establish 168-mile Lone Star Coastal National Recreation Area in Texas.
“The Texas Gulf Coast supports a thriving ecosystem, vital fisheries, and critical infrastructure that helps meet our nation’s energy needs, but it’s increasingly vulnerable to threats from flooding, hurricanes, and shoreline erosion.”
Lone Star Coastal National Recreation AreaPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesAI-read
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Cornyn, Cruz Resolution Recognizing Texas A&M University’s 150th Anniversary Passes Senate
Senate unanimously passed resolution congratulating Texas A&M University on 150th anniversary.
EducationAI-read
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Cornyn Statement on Senate Passage of the Protect College Sports Act
Praised Senate passage of Protect College Sports Act establishing national NIL standards.
“College athletics are currently the Wild Wild West, and the lack of clear, consistent guidelines at the federal level is hurting athletes, universities, and fans.”
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Cornyn: Texas Receives $51 Million to Improve Rural Health Care
Announced $51 million in federal funding for rural health care in Texas.
“The Working Families Tax Cuts Act made the single largest investment in rural health care in more than two decades.”
HealthAI-read
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Cornyn, Whitehouse Introduce Bill to Address Substance Abuse in Prisons, Reduce Recidivism
Introduced bipartisan bill to reauthorize substance abuse treatment program for incarcerated individuals.
“Ensuring incarcerated individuals have access to addiction treatment is not only proven to reduce recidivism through the successful RSAT program, but it is also morally right.”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Filed amicus brief supporting Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act constitutionality.
“Earlier this year, the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act was signed into law to ensure Holocaust survivors and their families have an opportunity to regain thousands of missing pieces of artwork that were looted by the Nazi regime.”
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Cornyn Statement on Confirmation of Angela Colmenero for U.S. District Court in Houston
Praised confirmation of Angela Colmenero as U.S. District Judge.
“After nearly two decades in public service to the Lone Star State, Angela Colmenero is well equipped to serve as a District Court Judge.”
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Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill to Sanction Russia, Honor Senator Graham’s Legacy Signed Into Law
Praised signing into law of Russia sanctions bill honoring Senator Graham's legacy.
“Senator Graham was unyielding in his support for the Ukrainian people as they fight to defend their sovereignty, and I can think of few ways more fitting to honor him than by finishing what he started and imposing strict sanctions on the bad actors who have supported Russia’s war against Ukraine.”
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia ActInternational AffairsAI-read
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Discussed the history and significance of Big Tex at the State Fair of Texas.
Sports and RecreationAI-read
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Cornyn Statement on Confirmation of Kasdin Mitchell for U.S. District Court in Dallas
Today, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm President Trump’s nomination of Kasdin Mitchell to be a U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Texas – Dallas Division.
“Kasdin Mitchell is a well-regarded litigator and a former clerk for some of our nation’s sharpest legal minds, and it’s no surprise that President Trump selected her to serve as a U.S. District Judge.”
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PHOTO: Cornyn Meets with Brownsville Mayor & Local Leaders
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke yesterday with Brownsville Mayor John Cowen, Jr., local leaders, including those from Cameron County and the Port of Brownsville, and members of the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce to discuss the…
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PHOTO: Cornyn Meets with Abilene Christian University President Phil Schubert
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) met yesterday with Abilene Christian University (ACU) President Dr. Phil Schubert and Blair Schroeder to discuss ACU’s NEXT Lab, a molten salt research reactor, which Sen. Cornyn saw being built in Abilene a…
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PHOTO: Cornyn Meets with Plains Cotton Growers Leadership
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) met yesterday with the Plains Cotton Growers to discuss the Farm Bill and the priorities of Texas farmers and producers.
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Cornyn Questions FBI Director on FISA Section 702 Expiration
Today in the Senate Judiciary Committee, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) questioned Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel on the expiration of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and the importance…
“It’s been about three months and three days since Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act has expired and not been reauthorized by Congress.”
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Cornyn Urges VA, DOJ to Investigate Predatory Schools Defrauding Veterans of G.I. Benefits
Following the Washington Post’s reporting that predatory trade schools in Texas, New Hampshire, California, Georgia, and Florida abused $300 million in G.I. Bill funding and deceived veterans, Sen. Cornyn joined a letter led by Sen. Jeanne…
“The GI Bill is intended to help those who have honorably served our country pursue higher education, receive career training, and build a life after the military, and any bad actors who have abused its benefits by ripping off American taxpayers and deceiving veterans for their own gain must be prosecuted to the fullest…”
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Cornyn Applauds NSF’s $30 Million Investment in UT Austin to Drive Robotics Innovation
“The National Science Foundation’s investment in UT Austin will fund cutting-edge research to develop robots that are more trustworthy, intuitive, and responsive to the people they serve.”
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I was proud to recommend them for nomination.
“Richard Bennett and Courtney Coker have spent decades operating with integrity and working tirelessly to bring offenders to justice.”
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From Texas to the Ballot Box: The Fight for Women’s Suffrage
Our right to vote is a cornerstone of American freedom – a freedom that generations of Americans fought for over centuries.
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U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $70,637 in federal grant funding to the City of Waco and $92,208 to the City of Killeen to help equip and train local law enforcement.
“Access to proper equipment, emerging drone technologies, and modernized training is essential to ensuring our law enforcement officers are best able to protect Texans.”
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Cornyn: Lubbock to Receive More Than $200k to Support Law Enforcement, Enhance Public Safety
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $219,215 in federal grant funding to the City of Lubbock to enhance public safety and equip law enforcement with updated technology,…
“Access to proper equipment and modernized training is essential to ensuring our law enforcement officers are best able to protect Texans.”
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Cornyn: Houston to Receive Nearly $3M to Support Law Enforcement, Enhance Public Safety
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $2,861,935 in federal grant funding to the City of Houston to enhance public safety, equip law enforcement with updated technology, and…
“Access to proper equipment and modernized training is essential to ensuring our law enforcement officers are best able to protect Texans.”
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Cornyn: Fort Worth to Receive Nearly $600k to Support Law Enforcement, Enhance Public Safety
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $577,626 in federal grant funding to the City of Fort Worth, the City of Arlington, and Tarrant County to enhance public safety, provide…
“Access to proper equipment and modernized training is essential to ensuring our law enforcement officers are best able to protect Texans.”
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Cornyn: El Paso to Receive Nearly $200k to Support Law Enforcement, Enhance Public Safety
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $189,848 in federal grant funding to El Paso County to provide law enforcement with updated technology and equipment, support law…
“Access to proper equipment and modernized training is essential to ensuring our law enforcement officers are best able to protect Texans.”
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Cornyn: Dallas to Receive More Than $1M to Support Law Enforcement, Enhance Public Safety
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $1,092,385 in federal grant funding to the City of Dallas and Dallas County to reduce crime and recidivism, equip law enforcement with…
“Access to proper equipment and modernized training is essential to ensuring our law enforcement officers are best able to protect Texans.”
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Cornyn: Corpus Christi to Receive More Than $200k to Support Law Enforcement, Enhance Public Safety
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $212,068 in federal grant funding to the City of Corpus Christi and Nueces County to equip law enforcement with updated technology and…
“Access to proper equipment and modernized training is essential to ensuring our law enforcement officers are best able to protect Texans.”
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Cornyn: Bexar County to Receive Nearly $1M to Support Law Enforcement, Enhance Public Safety
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $973,878 in federal grant funding to Bexar County to enhance public safety and help law enforcement conduct investigations of domestic or…
“There is a domestic violence epidemic in the United States, and we owe it to survivors, victims, and the American people to get dangerous attackers off our streets.”
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Cornyn: Austin to Receive Nearly $500k to Support Law Enforcement, Enhance Public Safety
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $464,939 in federal grant funding to the City of Austin to improve incident response, reduce crime, and enhance officer and public safety.
“Access to proper equipment and modernized training is essential to ensuring our law enforcement officers are best able to protect Texans.”
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Cornyn, Padilla Introduce Bill to Support Desalination and Safe Drinking Water
The Desalination Reauthorization Act would extend the programmatic approval of the Bureau of Reclamation to fund desalination projects, which is set to expire this year.
“As communities throughout Texas continue to face devastating drought conditions, it’s crucial that we make investments in water infrastructure improvements to ensure our state has enough water to meet demands.”
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Cornyn: Kendall County to Receive Nearly $1M to Prosecute Crimes Committed by Illegal Aliens
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $915,961 in federal grant funding to Kendall County for the hiring of prosecutors to investigate and combat fraud, drug and human…
“Texas taxpayers deserve to be made whole for the costs incurred while protecting and defending the southern border when Joe Biden abdicated his federal responsibility and failed to do so.”
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Cornyn: Kaufman County to Receive $700k to Prosecute Crimes Committed by Illegal Aliens
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $711,415 in federal grant funding to the Kaufman County Courthouse for the hiring of prosecutors to investigate and combat fraud, drug and…
“Texas taxpayers deserve to be made whole for the costs incurred while protecting and defending the southern border when Joe Biden abdicated his federal responsibility and failed to do so.”
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Cornyn Calls for Renewed Efforts to Secure Release of Austin Tice
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) today released a statement urging President Donald J. Trump and his administration to prioritize efforts to secure the return of Austin Tice, an American journalist, Houston native, and Marine veteran, as we…
“Fourteen years ago, Austin Tice, a Marine who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, was detained at a checkpoint in Syria while working as a freelance journalist.”
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Cornyn Cosponsors Bill to Reform the Permitting Process, Unleash American Energy
Senators Tom Cotton (R-AR), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), David McCormick (R-PA), Bernie Moreno (R-OH), Tim Sheehy (R-MT), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Steve Daines (R-MT), Roger Marshall (R-KS), John Kennedy (R-LA), Ted Budd (R-NC), Roger Wicker…
“As energy use rises, we must remove unnecessary barriers holding us back from building reliable infrastructure that can keep up with demand.”
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Cornyn Sends Letter to DHS Outlining Stakeholders’ Concerns on Big Bend Park Border Barriers
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin outlining Texas stakeholders’ concerns on federal plans to construct physical border barriers in Big Bend National Park and…
“Recently a bipartisan group of Texas border sheriffs and county judges, private landowners, and the Big Bend Park advocates have raised significant concerns about DHS’ proposed construction of border barriers in Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. My constituents believe that the 1,000-foot riverbank…”
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Cornyn, Colleagues’ Resolution Recognizing National Community Health Center Week Passes Senate
On Saturday, the Senate resolution introduced by U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Jim Justice (R-WV), Peter Welch (D-VT), James Lankford (R-OK), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Shelley Capito (R-WV), Adam Schiff (D-CA),…
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Cornyn Votes to Confirm Todd Blanche for Attorney General
As a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Sen. Cornyn voted earlier this week to advance the nomination of Todd Blanche to be U.S. Attorney General to the Senate floor following his announcement with Sen. Tillis on a successful…
“Todd Blanche is well-qualified to be Attorney General of the United States and balance the competing demands of being a member of the President’s Cabinet and the nation’s chief law enforcement officer. I’m glad we will have a Senate-confirmed individual in this role.”
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Cornyn, Fetterman, Cloud, Gonzalez Introduce Bill to Improve Transparency in Funding for Depots
This is a federal issue hurting depots across the country and requires a federal solution; it starts with bringing greater transparency to the Army’s maintenance and overhaul schedule.
“A balanced allocation of maintenance funding is essential to ensuring the Department of War can sustain the Organic Industrial Base, preserve critical repair and remanufacturing capabilities, and serve as a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars.”
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Cornyn, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing National Community Health Center Week
U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Jim Justice (R-WV), Peter Welch (D-VT), James Lankford (R-OK), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Shelley Capito (R-WV), Adam Schiff (D-CA), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Deb…
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Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill to Sanction Russia, Honor Senator Graham’s Legacy Passes Senate
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after bipartisan legislation he cosponsored to hold major purchasers of Russian crude oil and natural gas accountable for supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine passed the Senate.
“Senator Graham was unyielding in his support for the Ukrainian people as they fight to defend their sovereignty, and I can think of few ways more fitting to honor him than by finishing what he started and imposing strict sanctions on the bad actors who have supported Russia’s war against Ukraine.”
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The DEPOTS Act aims to protect the workforce and labor rates of a depot or arsenal that incurs debt because of cancelled, planned government work.
“Texas’ two extraordinary Organic Industrial Base sites, the Corpus Christi and Red River Army Depots, make immeasurable, ongoing contributions to our nation’s defense readiness, from remanufacturing and sustaining rotary-wing aircraft to remanufacturing and overhauling tactical wheeled vehicles.”
Mentions S. 4784 · voted Yea Jul 14, 2026, roll 854