U.S. Representative for Texas’s 21st District
Chip Roy
Position · +0.80
- In office
- House 2019–now
7 years in CongressMore senior than 46% of the House - Breaks on
- Agriculture and Food 25%
- Armed Forces & National Security 18%
- Committees
- Rules
- Budget
- Judiciary
- Bills on
- Immigration
- International Affairs
- Taxation
- Age
- 54
2026 election
Has not filed to run for re-election
General election Nov 3, 2026
Running for this seat
- RMark Charles Teixeira$3.9M
- RJason Cahill$383K
- RMike Wheeler$344K
- DKristin A Hook$244K
- RDaniel Betts$177K
Bottom line
- Hasn’t filed to run in 2026; 13 candidates are running for TX-21.
- The 10th most conservative member of the House by voting record.
- Breaks with Republicans most on Armed Forces & National Security: voted against them on 18% of party-line votes (7 of 38), against 3% for most Republicans.
- Chair of the The Constitution and Limited Government subcommittee (the Judiciary).
Where Roy has influence
Roles
- Chair · The Constitution and Limited Government (Judiciary)
Bills on the move
- H.R. 9773 Permanent Trump Secure Border Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 2159 Count the Crimes to Cut Act · Out of committee
- H.R. 589 FACE Act Repeal Act of 2025 · Out of committee
- H.R. 22 SAVE Act · Passed a chamber
Talks most about
Stories in Roy’s press releases with their latest stance, last three months. Read by AI.
Where Roy breaks with Republicans
MethodShare of party-line votes on each issue where Roy voted against most Republicans. The tick is the median for House Republicans.
- Agriculture and Food 25% · 2 of 8 party 13%
- Armed Forces & National Security 18% · 7 of 38 party 3%
- Finance and Financial Sector 8% · 1 of 13 party 0%
Every issue Pro See all 8 issues where Roy has broken with Republicans, and filter the voting record to those votes.
Try ProNotable votes
Full record (Pro)Where Roy broke with their party, close outcomes and final passage votes on named bills, newest first.
| Date | Title | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | Retire through Ownership ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This bill allows the fiduciary of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to rely on a valuation provided by an independent valuation…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Water Resources Development Act of 2026On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill authorizes and modifies certain water resource infrastructure projects and programs of the U.S.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026On Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments · This bill imposes a variety of sanctions, tariffs, and prohibitions related to Russia, extends an Iran-related sanctions law, and expands a…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Tax Relief for Fraud Victims ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill expands the federal tax deduction for personal casualty and theft losses by eliminating certain limits, including the requirement…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 a diesel emissions reduction program under which the Environmental Protection Agency provides grants,…Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill requires specified federal financial agencies to assess their technological capabilities and procurement practices.Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 15, 2026 | GUARD ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees from Deception Act of 2026 or the GUARD Act of 2026Broke w/ party | Nay |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act of 2026On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · This bill provides statutory authority for the Urban Bird Treaty Program, which is administered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.Broke w/ party | Nay |
Yea ■ filled · Nay □ open · Not voting – dash. Party split bars: Democrats left, Republicans right; dark = yea, light = nay.
What Roy is saying
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Rep. Roy Statement on Texas Receiving $7.5 Billion Following Biden Border Crisis
Welcomed $7.5 billion reimbursement to Texas for border security costs.
Border Security EquipmentAI-read
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Rep. Roy Sounds Alarm Over Islamic Development Near Camp Bullis Military Base
Today, Congressman Chip Roy (TX-21) sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, and Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent, voicing his concerns about a planned Islamic development being built near…
“examine whether any criminal, civil, financial, or immigration statutes have been violated in its effort to fulfill its campus expansion project.”
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Rep. Roy Demands Answers from Texas State University After Hiring H-1B Employee Over Americans
Congressman Chip Roy (TX-21) sent the following letter to Texas State University, demanding answers after the university renewed an employment contract with a foreign worker on an H-1B visa.
“most H-1B workers have no more than ordinary skills, skills that are available in the U.S. labor market”
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Today, Congressman Chip Roy (TX-21) and Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) introduced the ARTICLE ONE Act, legislation that would require Congress to approve national emergency declarations and the powers used under them within 30 days for…
“Americans deserve accountability—not sweeping power in the hands of unelected bureaucrats. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the dangers of allowing emergency authority to continue indefinitely, and the revelations surrounding Dr. Fauci only underscore the need for transparency and accountability. The ARTICLE ONE Act…”
◇ statements (press releases) · ○ posts. When a statement names a bill Roy voted on, the vote is shown next to it.
Effectiveness, 119th Congress so far
How it’s measuredMeets expectations
Rank 89 of 433 in the House · expected = average of 195 majority-party members without a committee lead
How far Roy’s own bills got, weighted by substance. The average member scores 1.00.
- Introduced 62
- Action in committee 12
- Action beyond committee 5
- Passed chamber 1
- Became law 0
62 bills and joint resolutions sponsored: 2 significant (got a roll call vote), 60 substantive, 0 commemorative. Compare the House
Bills, 119th Congress
All 68 sponsored billsSponsored 68 (House median 25) · cosponsored 143 (median 289), 85 of them as an original cosponsor · most often on Immigration, International Affairs, Taxation.
- H.R. 10132 ARTICLE ONE ActEmergency Management · Introduced Aug 20, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9773 Permanent Trump Secure Border ActEstablishes border security requirements and enforcement measures. AI-readImmigration · Introduced Jul 20, 2026 Out of committee
- H.R. 9656 Illegal Alien Patient Reporting ActImmigration · Introduced Jul 15, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9254 Stop the SPLC Act of 2026Taxation · Introduced Jun 10, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9230 Statutory Term Limits on Congressional Pay and Power ActCongress · Introduced Jun 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9200 Secure the Border Act of 2026Addresses border security measures. AI-readImmigration · Introduced Jun 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9199 Permanent Trump Secure Border ActEstablishes border security policies and procedures for the Department of Homeland Security. AI-readImmigration · Introduced Jun 9, 2026 In committee
- H.R. 9157 American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act of 2026Immigration · Introduced Jun 4, 2026 In committee
Votes by issue
How votes are tagged| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Congress | 144 | 84% |
| Economics and Public Finance | 68 | 69% |
| Armed Forces & National Security | 58 | 76% |
| Energy | 37 | 76% |
| Environmental Protection | 33 | 58% |
| Crime and Law Enforcement | 31 | 77% |
| Government Operations and Politics | 29 | 83% |
| Commerce | 26 | 35% |
| Public Lands and Natural Resources | 26 | 69% |
| International Affairs | 24 | 33% |
Show all 32 issues
| Issue | Votes | Yea share |
|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Sector | 21 | 57% |
| Immigration | 17 | 71% |
| Agriculture and Food | 14 | 50% |
| Education | 14 | 64% |
| Labor and Employment | 11 | 36% |
| Science, Technology, Communications | 10 | 20% |
| Health | 8 | 38% |
| Taxation | 8 | 75% |
| Transportation and Public Works | 8 | 38% |
| Law | 7 | 57% |
| Emergency Management | 6 | 50% |
| Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 5 | 80% |
| Native Americans | 5 | 40% |
| Animals | 4 | 50% |
| Families | 4 | 50% |
| Procedural | 4 | 25% |
| Foreign Trade and International Finance | 3 | 33% |
| Housing and Community Development | 3 | 33% |
| Social Welfare | 3 | 67% |
| Water Resources Development | 2 | 0% |
| Arts, Culture, Religion | 1 | 0% |
| Government operations & elections | 1 | 100% |
How often Roy voted with Republicans on each issue is part of Pro.
Who votes alike
MethodAgreement on contested votes where both cast yea or nay.
Most aligned
- RAndy BiggsAZ-598%agreement
- RElijah CraneAZ-298%agreement
- RJosh BrecheenOK-298%agreement
Full voting network Pro See all twelve closest allies, the members Roy most often votes against, and the closest allies in the other party.
Try ProCampaign money
MethodIn the 2025–26 cycle Roy’s campaign raised $783K: $484K (62%) from individuals and $61K (8%) from PACs and other committees. Cash on hand: $221K.
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 Roy
The largest PACs and other committees giving directly to the campaign this cycle, of 30.
- America's Awakening PAC Candidate’s campaign
- Freedom Caucus Fund Independent PAC
- Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America Trade association PAC
See how much each organization gave Roy 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 inRoy’s own leadership PAC: Come and Take It Political Action Committee. A separate PAC a member sponsors to give to other candidates.
Record over time
Historical record Pro Compare Roy’s measures across every Congress on file.
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Career in Congress
- U.S. House, TX-21Republican2019–present
Seat
- State
- Texas
- District
- 21
- Current term
- 2025–2027
- Age
- 54
Committees and roles
Contact
- DC office
- 202-225-4236
103 Cannon House Office Building - District offices
- Kerrville, San Antonio, Austin
- Website
- roy.house.gov
Elsewhere
Wikipedia · Ballotpedia · GovTrack · Congress.gov · OpenSecrets
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