Ted Cruz

Share of party-line votes on each issue where Cruz voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for Senate Republicans.

1. Economics and Public Finance 1% · 1 of 180 party 1%

Where Cruz broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.

Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.

• Statement · Press release · Oct 2, 2026

  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

• Statement · Press release · Sep 30, 2026

  Sens. Cruz, Blunt Rochester Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Give Families Greater Flexibility with 529 Savings

  Introduced bipartisan bill eliminating $35,000 lifetime cap on 529 education savings 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,…”

  529 Retirement Enhancement ActEducationAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Sep 30, 2026

  Sen. Cruz Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Crack Down on ATM Robberies

  Praised Senate passage of bipartisan bill increasing 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

• Statement · Press release · Sep 29, 2026

  Sens. Cruz, Merkley Lead Senate Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Hold China Accountable for Organ Harvesting and Human Rights Violations

  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…”

  China Religious Persecution ConcernsAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Sep 28, 2026

  Sen. Cruz Applauds Overwhelming Senate Passage of Legislation to Protect College Sports

  Praised Senate passage of bipartisan Protect College Sports Act by vote of 77-22.

  Protect College Sports ActSports and RecreationAI-read

• Statement · Press release · Sep 25, 2026

  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.

Sponsored 133 (Senate median 61) · cosponsored 279 (median 308), 138 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

How often Cruz voted with Republicans on each issue is part of Pro.

Agreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.

In 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.

1. PAC for America 2 Independent PAC
2. Transportation Intermediaries Association Trade association PAC
3. Cory Gardner for Senate Independent PAC

Cruz’s own leadership PAC: Jobs, Freedom, and Security PAC. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.