U.S. Senator from Texas · Class I
Ted Cruz
Position · +0.78
- In office
- Senate 2013–now
13 years in CongressMore senior than 46% of the Senate - Breaks on
- Economics and Public Finance 1%
- Committees
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation · Foreign Relations · Rules and Administration
- Bills on
- Armed Forces and National Security · Taxation · International Affairs
- Age
- 55
Bottom line
Where Cruz has influence
Roles
- Chairman · Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Ex Officio · Aviation, Space, and Innovation (Commerce, Science, and Transportation)
- Ex Officio · Coast Guard, Maritime, and Fisheries (Commerce, Science, and Transportation)
- Ex Officio · Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy (Commerce, Science, and Transportation)
- Ex Officio · Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness (Commerce, Science, and Transportation)
- Ex Officio · Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety (Commerce, Science, and Transportation)
- Ex Officio · Telecommunications and Media (Commerce, Science, and Transportation)
- Chairman · Africa and Global Health Policy (Foreign Relations)
- Chairman · Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action, and Federal Rights (Judiciary)
- Foreign Relations · 9th in seniority on the majority side
- Rules and Administration · 2nd in seniority on the majority side
- Judiciary · 4th in seniority on the majority side
Bills on the move
- S. 3798 Safe Access to Cash Act of 2026 · Passed a chamber
- S. 3923 Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Reauthorization Act of 2026 · Out of committee
- S. 4668 Protect College Sports Act of 2026 · Passed a chamber
- S. 4009 Falun Gong and Victims of Forced Organ Harvesting Protection Act · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Stories in Cruz’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Cruz breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Cruz voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for Senate Republicans.
- Economics and Public Finance 1% · 1 of 180 party 1%
Notable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Cruz broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| 06/18/26 | 21st Century ROAD to Housing ActOn the Cloture Motion · This act establishes and modifies various federal housing programs.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 06/16/26 | 21st Century ROAD to Housing ActOn the Motion to Proceed · This act establishes and modifies various federal housing programs.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 04/23/26 | A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.On the Amendment · This concurrent resolution establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2026, sets forth budgetary levels for…Broke w/ party | Yea |
| 03/12/26 | 21st Century ROAD to Housing ActOn Passage of the Bill · This act establishes and modifies various federal housing programs.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 03/11/26 | 21st Century ROAD to Housing ActOn the Cloture Motion · This act establishes and modifies various federal housing programs.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 03/11/26 | 21st Century ROAD to Housing ActOn the Amendment · This act establishes and modifies various federal housing programs.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 01/30/26 | Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026On Passage of the Bill · This bill provides appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for the remainder of FY2026 and provides continuing FY2026…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| 12/15/25 | National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026On the Cloture Motion · This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2026 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, military construction,…Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Cruz is saying
All 22 statements and posts-
Sen. Cruz Applauds Senate Passage of Resolution Honoring Texas A&M’s 150th Anniversary
Applauded Senate passage of resolution commemorating Texas A&M University's 150th anniversary.
“Texas A&M has produced generations of Texan, American, and global leaders committed to the values of excellence, integrity, leadership, loyalty, respect, and selfless service. These young men and women received a life-changing education in Aggieland and went on to address significant challenges around the world. I am…”
EducationAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill eliminating lifetime cap on 529 education savings account rollovers.
“I have been committed throughout my Senate career to expanding 529 savings accounts to give parents increased flexibility to save and invest in their children’s future. The law currently penalizes families when their children receive a scholarship or choose an alternative to college, leaving education savings unused,…”
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Sen. Cruz Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Crack Down on ATM Robberies
Applauded Senate passage of bipartisan bill strengthening federal penalties for ATM robberies.
“In Texas and across the country, criminals are increasingly targeting ATMs, putting workers, bystanders, law enforcement, and first responders in danger. This common-sense legislation strengthens federal penalties to deter these criminals and disrupt the organized networks behind these robberies. I’m proud to have…”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Led Senate passage of bipartisan bill imposing sanctions on Chinese officials for forced organ harvesting.
“The Chinese Communist Party continues to target Falun Gong practitioners through its brutal, state-sponsored organ harvesting industry. These atrocities are an assault on religious liberty and fundamental human rights. I am proud to have worked with Senator Merkley to get this bipartisan bill through the Senate, and I…”
International AffairsAI-read
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Sen. Cruz Applauds Overwhelming Senate Passage of Legislation to Protect College Sports
Applauded Senate passage of bipartisan Protect College Sports Act by vote of 77-22.
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Sen. Cruz, Texas Delegation Endorse Texas Proposal to Host U.S. Space Academy
Led Texas delegation letter endorsing Texas proposal to host U.S. Space Academy.
“Students should train where astronauts train, learning from those operating today's missions, working alongside engineers, developing tomorrow's Space technology, and engaging with servicemembers protecting American interests in space. Texas is the natural home for the Space Academy, with more than sixty years as the…”
United States Space Academy LocationScience, Technology, CommunicationsAI-read
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Cruz voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredAbove expectations
Rank 1 of 100 in the Senate ┃ expected = average of 21 majority-party committee chairs
How far Cruz’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 129
- Action in committee 30
- Action beyond committee 29
- Passed chamber 13
- Became law 3
129 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 6 significant (got a roll call vote), 121 substantive, 2 commemorative. Compare the Senate
Became law (3)
2 national policy · 1 Texas and California-specific
- S. 759 Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans ActModernizes access to public oceans. AI-readBecame law Sep 25, 2026 · Transportation and Public WorksNational policy
- S. 32 LACAAdds College Station and El Centro as court locations in two federal judicial divisions. AI-readBecame law Sep 16, 2026 · LawLocal or single-entity · Texas and California
- S. 146 TAKE IT DOWN ActBecame law May 19, 2025 · Science, Technology, CommunicationsNational policy
Scope tags come from an AI reading of each bill where available, otherwise from its title and policy area. They don’t change the score. How scope is tagged
Bills, 119th Congress
All 133 sponsored billsSponsored 133 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 279 (median 307.5), 30 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Armed Forces and National Security, Taxation, International Affairs.
- S. 5550 529 Retirement Enhancement Act of 2026Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 5514 Responsible Cormorant Management and Control Act of 2026Introduced Sep 24, 2026 In committee
- S. 5289 Right to Worship ActCivil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues · Introduced Sep 22, 2026 In committee
- S. 5369 Restoring Electoral Fairness and Opposition Rights through Mandates for Accountability Act of 2026International Affairs · Introduced Aug 7, 2026 In committee
- S.Res. 829 A resolution reaffirming the policy of the United States to support a peaceful democratic transition in Venezuela through free and fair elections.International Affairs · Introduced Aug 4, 2026 In committee
- S. 5188 Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act of 2026Establishes federal support or regulations for amateur boxing in the United States. AI-readSports and Recreation · Introduced Jul 30, 2026 Out of committee
- S. 5158 Federal Insurance Office Abolishment Act of 2026Finance and Financial Sector · Introduced Jul 29, 2026 In committee
- S. 5130 Human Dignity and Emerging Technologies ActGovernment Operations and Politics · Introduced Jul 23, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share | With party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominations | 218 | 100% | Pro |
| Economics and Public Finance | 202 | 39% | Pro |
| Other | 114 | 100% | Pro |
| Immigration | 37 | 27% | Pro |
| International Affairs | 35 | 17% | Pro |
| Defense & national security | 31 | 97% | Pro |
| Energy & environment | 26 | 100% | Pro |
| Finance and Financial Sector | 19 | 79% | Pro |
| Environmental Protection | 18 | 67% | Pro |
| Congress | 16 | 94% | Pro |
| Taxes, finance & economy | 14 | 100% | Pro |
| Government Operations and Politics | 13 | 77% | Pro |
| Energy | 12 | 100% | Pro |
| Sports and Recreation | 12 | 67% | Pro |
| Transportation and Public Works | 12 | 42% | Pro |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 10 | 100% | Pro |
| Foreign affairs & trade | 10 | 100% | Pro |
| Armed Forces and National Security | 9 | 67% | Pro |
| Housing and Community Development | 8 | 38% | Pro |
| Taxation | 7 | 57% | Pro |
| Health care | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Transportation & infrastructure | 7 | 100% | Pro |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 6 | 17% | Pro |
| Budget & appropriations | 5 | 100% | Pro |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 4 | 100% | Pro |
| Health | 4 | 25% | Pro |
| Education & families | 3 | 100% | Pro |
| Education | 2 | 50% | Pro |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Immigration & border | 2 | 100% | Pro |
| Emergency Management | 1 | 0% | Pro |
| Families | 1 | 0% | Pro |
| Crime & justice | 1 | 100% | Pro |
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RMarsha BlackburnTN Senate99%agreement
- RRon JohnsonWI Senate99%agreement
- RBernie MorenoOH Senate99%agreement
See all twelve closest allies, the members Cruz most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Start with a free account Log inCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Cruz’s campaign raised $10.2M: $8.3M (81%) from individuals and $475K (5%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $3.0M.
Through Jun 30, 2026; filings lag, so recent gifts can take weeks to appear. Money raised also counts loans and transfers, so the shares need not add to 100%. Source: FEC.gov.
Last cycle, party money, self-funding and debts are part of Pro. See Pro
Who funds Cruz
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 131.
- Transportation Intermediaries Association Trade association PAC
- PAC for America 2 Independent PAC
- National Air Traffic Controllers Association Labor union PAC
See how much each organization gave Cruz this cycle and last, the mix of corporate, labor, trade and other PACs, and who else each one funds.
Start with a free account Log inCruz’s own leadership PAC: Jobs, Freedom, and Security PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Compare Cruz’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. Senate, TexasRepublican2013–present
Seat
- State
- Texas
- Seat
- Class 1, junior senator
- Current term
- 2025–2031
- Age
- 55
Committees and roles
- Commerce, Science, and Transportation Chairman
- Aviation, Space, and Innovation Ex Officio
- Coast Guard, Maritime, and Fisheries Ex Officio
- Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy Ex Officio
- Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness Ex Officio
- Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety Ex Officio
- Telecommunications and Media Ex Officio
- Foreign Relations
- Rules and Administration
- Judiciary
Contact
- DC office
- 202-224-5922
167 Russell Senate Office Building - District offices
- Austin, Dallas, Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, Tyler
- Website
- cruz.senate.gov
- SenatorTedCruz
- sentedcruz
- YouTube
- sentedcruz
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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