Sen. John Cornyn (R-Tex.)
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Cornyn Urges House to Renew Lend-Lease Authority for Ukraine
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke on the floor about the House of Representatives considering legislation to support Ukraine's fight against Russia, emphasizing the importance of renewing the lend-lease authority. Senator Cornyn highlighted the need for bipartisan support for Ukraine and addressed concerns over the cost of assistance.“The House is working on ideas that include a number of policies that were not part of the Senate’s legislation. One of them is called the REPO Act – REPO for Ukrainians Act – which would repurpose seized Russian...
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Cornyn, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Close Financial Loophole in GI Bill Repayments
March 19, 2024WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Thom Tillis (R-NC), and Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) have introduced a bill aimed at addressing a financial loophole affecting active-duty service members' GI Bill repayments.The legislation seeks to fix an inadvertent gap that arose during the transition from the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) to the Post 9-11 Forever GI Bill. This gap has prevented thousands of service members from receiving the repayments they are owed for their contributions to the MGIB.Sen. Cornyn emphasized the importance of...
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Cornyn, Shaheen Introduce Bill to Prevent Military Personnel Transferring Skills to Foreign Adversaries
On March 19, 2024, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) introduced the Safeguarding Tactics and Operational Procedures from (STOP) Enemies Act. The bill aims to update the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) to prevent active duty and retired service members from providing military education, training, or tactical advice to foreign adversaries.Sen. Cornyn emphasized the need for this legislation by stating, “Our military prohibits U.S. service members from providing our enemies with weapons, ammunition, and intelligence, but military education,...
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Senator Cornyn Questions HHS Secretary Becerra on Migrant Child Welfare
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) confronted U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra during a Senate Finance Committee hearing regarding the treatment and welfare of migrant children placed with sponsors in the U.S. Amid concerns of abuse and trafficking, Senator Cornyn questioned Secretary Becerra on the Biden administration's oversight of over 85,000 migrant children. "Any unaccompanied children who come to our border are basically transferred to your care by the Border Patrol, correct?" Senator Cornyn asked, to which Secretary Becerra...
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Cornyn on Schumer’s Israel Speech: ‘Deeply Disrespectful’
WASHINGTON – Today on the floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) criticized Democrat Leader Schumer for his speech regarding Israel. Cornyn expressed his disapproval, stating, "I was shocked to hear the comments of the Senate Majority Leader this morning excoriating our closest ally, the only democracy in the Middle East."In his remarks, Cornyn emphasized the importance of supporting Israel, stating, "We need to stand with Israel. They need to be able to finish the job not because they want to, but because they must in order to continue to exist."Cornyn further...
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Cornyn, Bennet Introduce Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Seniors
U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Michael Bennet have introduced the Increasing Access to Biosimilars Act in an effort to reduce prescription drug costs for seniors. The bill aims to promote competition and encourage physicians to prescribe biosimilar medications with lower out-of-pocket costs.Sen. Cornyn highlighted the importance of the legislation by stating, “Far too many seniors forgo treatment because they can’t afford the high cost of prescription drugs.” He further explained, “This legislation would help lower the costs of prescription drugs by expanding access to...
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Cornyn, GOP Colleagues Introduce Laken Riley Act
U.S. Senator John Cornyn and his Republican colleagues have introduced the Laken Riley Act, a legislative proposal aimed at addressing crimes committed by migrants who enter the country illegally. The bill seeks to ensure that individuals who engage in theft, burglary, larceny, or shoplifting offenses are detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) until they are removed from the United States.Cornyn expressed the necessity of the legislation by stating, “The country is still mourning the death of Laken Riley, whose violent murder was a senseless and...
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Cornyn, Padilla Introduce Bill to Safeguard Veterans’ Access to Quality Education
"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Alex Padilla (D-CA) today introduced the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act aimed at enhancing the oversight capabilities of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to protect veterans' access to quality education.Sen. Cornyn emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, "Our veterans deserve to put their hard-earned education benefits toward degrees and certifications from trustworthy institutions." Meanwhile, Sen. Padilla echoed this sentiment, asserting, "Veterans should be able to access their...
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Senator John Cornyn Meets with Killeen ISD to Discuss Support for Military Base Students
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) met today with Killeen Independent School District leadership to discuss the need to strengthen support for students who attend public schools on military bases."Last year, Sen. Cornyn introduced legislation that would help ensure students who attend school on federal land are not disadvantaged due to a lack of resources from decreased property tax revenue."The discussion focused on addressing the challenges faced by students in such schools and finding ways to provide them with adequate resources and support. Senator Cornyn...
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Cornyn, Cruz Support Abbott Request for SBA Relief Evaluation Due to Panhandle Wildfires
U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz have expressed their support for Texas Governor Abbott’s request for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to evaluate the impact of the wildfires in the Panhandle region. The Smokehouse Creek fire, one of the fires still burning, has been described as the largest wildfire in Texas history and among the largest in U.S. history.Sen. Cornyn stated, “It will take years for Texans to recover from the devastating wildfires across the Panhandle that have claimed three lives, hundreds of homes and businesses, and countless livestock....
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Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill To Designate Ports-to-Plains Corridor as the Future ‘Interstate 27’ Passes Senate
U.S. Senators John Cornyn, Ben Ray Luján, Ted Cruz, and Martin Heinrich are celebrating the Senate passage of the I-27 Numbering Act, which officially designates the Ports-to-Plains Corridor between Laredo, Texas, and Raton, New Mexico as the future Interstate 27. The bipartisan bill passed the Senate with unanimous consent and is now awaiting President Biden’s signature to become law.Sen. Cornyn expressed his appreciation for the bipartisan effort, stating, “The Ports-to-Plains System is a critical 963-mile transportation corridor, and this legislation builds on the...
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Senator Cornyn Criticizes President Biden's Handling of Border Crisis Ahead of State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON – Today on the floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) criticized President Biden's approach to the border crisis while previewing the upcoming State of the Union address. Senator Cornyn highlighted the administration's failure to take responsibility for the ongoing challenges at the border."President Biden will deliver his third, perhaps final, State of the Union address tonight. Obviously, the border is a major issue confronting the nation," remarked Senator Cornyn, setting the tone for his critique.Expressing his expectations for the President's address,...
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PHOTO: Cornyn Meets with Laredo Chamber of Commerce & Elected Officials
On March 6, 2024, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) engaged in discussions with members of the Laredo Chamber of Commerce, local business leaders, and City Councilmembers in Washington. The primary focus of the meeting was to address key issues such as strengthening cross-border trade and travel, enhancing access to healthcare and Federally Qualified Health Centers in the region, and fostering relationships with Mexico, the United States' strongest trading partner.During the meeting, Senator John Cornyn highlighted the importance of these discussions, emphasizing the...
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Senator John Cornyn Meets with Del Rio Chamber of Commerce and City Leaders to Discuss Infrastructure Projects
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) engaged in discussions with Mayor Al Arreola, San Felipe Del Rio Consolidated Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Carlos Rios, members of the Del Rio Chamber of Commerce, and other city leaders on March 5, 2024. The meeting aimed to explore various infrastructure projects in the region, including developments at Laughlin Air Force Base, enhancements to area highways, and the expansion of international bridges.During the meeting, Senator Cornyn highlighted the importance of these infrastructure projects for the local...
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Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill to Ensure Crime Victims’ Representatives Receive Restitution Passes Senate
U.S. Senators John Cornyn, Richard Blumenthal, Marsha Blackburn, and Sheldon Whitehouse, along with U.S. Representatives Harriet Hageman and Lucy McBath, have seen success with their Victims’ Voices Outside and Inside the Courtroom Effectiveness (Victims’ VOICES) Act as it passed the Senate. The bill aims to ensure that family members, legal guardians, and court-appointed individuals representing victims in criminal court proceedings receive restitution from convicted defendants for expenses such as transportation, lost income, and childcare.Senator Cornyn expressed the...
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Cornyn: Government Funding Scramble Latest Example of Schumer’s Broken Senate
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) criticized the Democrat Majority Leader, Senator Schumer, for the handling of government funding issues in the Senate. Cornyn voiced his frustrations, stating, “For the fourth time since last September, Congress is rushing to avert a government shutdown.” He placed the blame on Senator Schumer, saying, “Responsibility for where we are today lies at the feet of the Majority Leader of the United States Senate.”Cornyn highlighted the bipartisan efforts of the Appropriations Committee, noting, “The entire Appropriations Committee [has] produced...
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Cornyn, Cruz Demand Files On Migrant Murder Suspect’s Immigration Parole Status
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Ted Cruz (R-TX) have called on U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to release files regarding the immigration parole status of Jose Antonio Ibarra, the suspect charged in the murder of Augusta University student Laken Riley.In a letter addressed to Secretary Mayorkas, the Senators, along with their Senate Judiciary GOP colleagues, expressed their concerns over how Ibarra was granted parole into the United States. They emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in the...
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Cornyn, Cruz Issue Joint Statement on Closure of Rio Grande Sugarcane Mill, Mexico’s Failure to Fulfill Water Treaty Obligations
U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz have expressed their concerns over the closure of the Rio Grande Valley Sugar Growers, Inc.’s sugarcane mill due to acute water shortages. In a joint statement, the senators attributed the closure to Mexico’s failure to fulfill its obligations under the 1944 Treaty of Utilization of Waters.Cornyn and Cruz emphasized the impact of Mexico’s non-compliance on farmers and ranchers in South Texas, stating that more closures are likely unless Mexico acts to meet its obligations. They called the current situation "unsustainable and...
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Cornyn on Senate Passage of National Security Supplemental
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) expressed his disappointment after the Senate passed the national security supplemental funding legislation. In a statement, he highlighted his concerns about border security and the need for a President who will enforce all laws to secure the border. Cornyn said, "I am disappointed that the national security supplemental appropriation failed to achieve a secure border, but in the end, if President Biden won’t enforce current laws, I have no confidence he will enforce any new ones. We need to elect a President who will enforce all our laws in...
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Cornyn, Colleagues' Bill to Help Prevent Child Abuse Passes Senate
WASHINGTON – The Senate has passed a bill aimed at preventing child abuse and providing education and training to those who work with children. The Jenna Quinn Law, named after child abuse survivor Jenna Quinn, allows current grant funds to be used for training and educating students, teachers, caregivers, and other adults on how to prevent, recognize, and report child sexual abuse.Senator John Cornyn, one of the sponsors of the bill, emphasized the importance of training those who work with children to identify and prevent child sexual abuse. He said, "This legislation,...