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Recent News About Us Senator John Cornyn (tx)
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Cornyn discusses key issues at South Texas Day event
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) participated in U.S. Representative Monica De La Cruz (TX-15)’s South Texas Day to address pressing issues affecting South Texas communities. The discussion covered topics such as national security, the border crisis, water shortages, and cross-border trade.
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Cornyn meets with San Marcos leaders on infrastructure and growth
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) met today with City of San Marcos leaders, including Mayor Jane Hughson, city council members, and other city officials, to discuss their efforts to develop infrastructure to meet the rapid growth of Central Texas as well as other local priorities.
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Senators introduce resolution honoring George H.W. Bush's legacy on his centennial birthday
On June 12, 2024, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Ted Cruz (R-TX), along with several colleagues, introduced a Senate resolution recognizing the life, achievements, and public service of former President George Herbert Walker Bush on what would have been his 100th birthday. The initiative is also being led in the House of Representatives by Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11).
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Cornyn criticizes Schumer's focus on 'show votes' over substantive legislation
On June 11, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) criticized the Senate Majority Leader for holding election-year show votes on widely supported issues instead of advancing substantive legislation. Cornyn specifically highlighted his bipartisan Affordable Prescriptions for Patients Act, which has not been brought to the floor for a vote despite passing the Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously 16 months ago.
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Texas celebrates Father's Day by honoring historical figures like Stephen F. Austin
As we leave the flowers of May behind, summer fun and Father’s Day lie ahead. In the Lone Star State, this day provides an opportunity to honor our fathers and the legacy of some who laid the groundwork for Texas’ rich history.
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Senators introduce resolution against HHS rule on unaccompanied migrant children
On June 6, 2024, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA) introduced a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act to overturn a Biden administration rule they argue endangers unaccompanied migrant children.
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Cornyn & Klobuchar introduce bill for broader NIST investigation authority
U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) introduced the National Construction Safety Team Enhancement Act today, which aims to authorize the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to investigate and help prevent future critical structure failures, such as bridge collapses.
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Cornyn urges Biden to approve disaster declarations for storm-hit Texas counties
On June 3, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) addressed the severe storms that recently affected various regions of Texas and urged President Biden to approve Governor Abbott’s remaining disaster declaration requests for counties still awaiting relief. Speaking on the Senate floor, Sen. Cornyn highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by these communities.
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Senators introduce bill supporting pregnant women through MOMS Act
U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Katie Britt (R-AL) have introduced the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed (MOMS) Act, aimed at providing critical support to women during prenatal, postpartum, and early childhood development stages. The legislation seeks to enhance access to resources and assistance for mothers and their children.
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Senator Cornyn criticizes President Biden's tax increase plan
On May 20, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) addressed the Senate floor to discuss President Biden's plan to allow the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to expire at the end of 2025. The expiration of this act would result in a tax increase for over 60% of American households and further strain small businesses and families already grappling with high inflation.
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Senator Cornyn addresses devastating Texas storms on Senate floor
On May 20, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) addressed the recent severe storms that wreaked havoc in Houston and eastern Texas. The calamitous weather events brought heavy rains, wind, and flooding, affecting millions of individuals and tragically claiming the lives of eight Texans.
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Bill to protect U.S. transportation infrastructure from Chinese espionage becomes permanent
On May 17, 2024, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Gary Peters (D-MI) announced the signing into law of their Airport Infrastructure Resources (AIR) Security Act. This legislation permanently extends their 2023 law that prevents government grants from being used to subsidize the purchase of airport infrastructure such as jet bridges from hostile governments. The act was signed into law as part of the FAA Reauthorization Act.
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Bill introduced to streamline Intelligence Community acquisition processes
On May 17, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Mark Warner (D-VA), and Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the Enabling New Agile Buying-power and Leveraging Enhancements in Intelligence Community (ENABLE IC) Acquisitions Act. This legislation aims to streamline acquisition processes within the Intelligence Community (IC), with a focus on prioritizing small business concerns and nontraditional defense contractors.
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USPS pauses facility changes in Texas following Senator Cornyn's intervention
On May 17, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) issued a statement in response to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's agreement to delay the implementation of certain changes to the United States Postal Service (USPS). These changes, referred to as the "Mail Processing Facility Review," would have affected facilities in Abilene, Corpus Christi, El Paso, Lubbock, McAllen, and Midland. This decision comes after Senator Cornyn and 26 of his Senate colleagues called on USPS to halt any modifications that could potentially slow down mail delivery.
