U.S. Senator · R · Texas
John Cornyn
- Term
- 2021–2027
- Office
- 517 Hart Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 74
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Cornyn puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Justice & civil rights
Extensive record
Cornyn's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on justice & civil rights
Their stated view
- Support for Law Enforcement — Champions legislation that strengthens law enforcement capabilities, increases penalties for crimes, and provides resources for police and crime prevention.
Commitments tracked here
- Enhance Public Safety and Law Enforcement
The record (29)
- Bill authoredJustice for American Victims of Illegal Aliens ActLatest action 2025-05-08
- Bill authoredPromoting Police Leadership ActLatest action 2026-06-15
- Bill authoredJustice for Victims of Trafficking Act of 2015Latest action 2015-05-29
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating the week of May 11 through May 17, 2025, as "National Police Week".Latest action 2025-05-13
- Bill authoredJustice for Victims of Illegal Alien Murders ActLatest action 2025-07-23
- Bill authoredJUSTICE in D.C. ActLatest action 2025-09-16
- Bill authoredEnduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking ActLatest action 2025-12-11
- Bill authoredImproving Police CARE ActLatest action 2025-08-01
Foreign policy
Extensive record
Cornyn's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on foreign policy
Commitments tracked here
- Combatting Foreign Economic Espionage
The record (29)
- Bill authoredStop PRC Economic Espionage Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-16
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill cosponsoredConnected Vehicle Security Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-22
- Bill cosponsoredEnding China's Unfair Advantage Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-20
- Bill authoredDepot Data Transparency ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Secretary of Defense to establish a pilot program to evaluate the safety, quality, and qualification pathways of printable energetic feedstocks for controlled additive manufacturing applications.Latest action 2026-06-11
- Bill authoredEliminate PRC Organized Crime ActLatest action 2026-07-27
- Bill authoredStop Fueling Cartel Violence ActLatest action 2026-05-14
Veterans
Substantial record
Cornyn's work here shows up as 15 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
15 bills
Go deeper on veterans
Their stated view
- Veterans and Community Health — Works to improve services and facilities for veterans and supports community health centers to ensure accessible healthcare for all citizens.
Commitments tracked here
- Protecting Veterans' Healthcare
The record (14)
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lubbock, Texas, as the "Lieutenant General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill cosponsoredVETS Opportunity Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-04
- Bill cosponsoredMEDAL Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-21
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 620 East Pecan Boulevard in McAllen, Texas, as the "Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr. Memorial Post Office".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredVSAFE Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-18
- Bill authoredFairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-04
- Bill authoredRESPECT Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-18
- Bill authoredA bill to rename the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Dallas, Texas, as the "Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center".Latest action 2025-01-16
Democracy & ethics
Some record
Cornyn's work here shows up as 6 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
6 bills
Go deeper on democracy & ethics
Commitments tracked here
- Designate Postal Facilities
The record (6)
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 620 East Pecan Boulevard in McAllen, Texas, as the "Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr. Memorial Post Office".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill cosponsoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 505 East 9th Avenue in Amarillo, Texas, as the "Mayor Jerry H. Hodge Post Office Building".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lubbock, Texas, as the "Lieutenant General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredA bill to rename the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Dallas, Texas, as the "Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center".Latest action 2025-01-16
- Bill authoredA bill to authorize the conveyance by the Secretary of the Army of certain property located in Paris, Texas, and for other purposes.Latest action 2024-12-17
- Bill authoredJames R. Dominguez Memorial Act of 2024Latest action 2024-07-31
Infrastructure
Limited record
Cornyn's work here shows up as 2 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
2 bills
Go deeper on infrastructure
Commitments tracked here
- Promote Resilient Building Standards
The record (2)
- Bill authoredPromoting Resilient Buildings ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredNational Construction Safety Team Enhancement Act of 2024Latest action 2024-06-04
Health care
Limited record
Cornyn's work here shows up as 1 bill authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
1 bill
Go deeper on health care
Commitments tracked here
- Support Local Community Health Centers
The record (1)
Environment & energy
No records matched yet
Cornyn has stated a position on energy independence, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.
Go deeper on environment & energy
Their stated view
- Energy Independence — Supports policies that promote domestic energy production and exports, such as liquefied natural gas (LNG), to enhance national energy security.
Defense & security
No records matched yet
Cornyn has stated a position on national security and defense, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.
Go deeper on defense & security
Their stated view
- National Security and Defense — Focuses on maintaining a strong military, developing advanced defense technologies, and countering foreign adversaries' influence and threats.
Immigration & border
No records matched yet
Cornyn has stated a position on strong border security, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.
Go deeper on immigration & border
Their stated view
- Strong Border Security — Advocates for robust measures to control the U.S. border and enforce immigration laws, including eliminating sanctuary cities and increasing funding for border protection.
What Cornyn stands for
The issues this senator has built their public record around, drawn from their own campaign material, official statements and legislative work. Each one links to a source so you can read it yourself.
- 01Immigration
Strong Border Security
Advocates for robust measures to control the U.S. border and enforce immigration laws, including eliminating sanctuary cities and increasing funding for border protection.
- 02Justice
Support for Law Enforcement
Champions legislation that strengthens law enforcement capabilities, increases penalties for crimes, and provides resources for police and crime prevention.
- 03Defense
National Security and Defense
Focuses on maintaining a strong military, developing advanced defense technologies, and countering foreign adversaries' influence and threats.
- 04Energy
Energy Independence
Supports policies that promote domestic energy production and exports, such as liquefied natural gas (LNG), to enhance national energy security.
- 05Veterans
Veterans and Community Health
Works to improve services and facilities for veterans and supports community health centers to ensure accessible healthcare for all citizens.
What they've actually done about it
Each commitment below is something this senator has publicly said they would pursue, followed by the concrete record on it: bills they authored or cosponsored, floor speeches they gave. We describe the record — we don't grade it.
- Justice
Enhance Public Safety and Law Enforcement
Sponsor bills like the 'Carla Walker Act' and 'Promoting Police Leadership Act' to improve law enforcement capabilities, prevent crime, and protect citizens.
Where it stands: Senator Cornyn has sponsored the 'Promoting Police Leadership Act' and the 'Improving Police CARE Act', both of which are currently held at the desk in the Senate.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredJustice for American Victims of Illegal Aliens ActLatest action 2025-05-08
- Bill authoredPromoting Police Leadership ActLatest action 2026-06-15
- Bill authoredJustice for Victims of Trafficking Act of 2015Latest action 2015-05-29
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating the week of May 11 through May 17, 2025, as "National Police Week".Latest action 2025-05-13
- Bill authoredJustice for Victims of Illegal Alien Murders ActLatest action 2025-07-23
- Bill authoredJUSTICE in D.C. ActLatest action 2025-09-16
- Bill authoredEnduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking ActLatest action 2025-12-11
- Bill authoredImproving Police CARE ActLatest action 2025-08-01
- International Affairs
Combatting Foreign Economic Espionage
Introduce legislation to counter economic espionage from countries like the People's Republic of China, aiming to protect U.S. intellectual property and industries.
Where it stands: Senator John Cornyn sponsored S.XXXX, the Stop PRC Economic Espionage Act of 2026, which was introduced and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary on 2026-07-16.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredStop PRC Economic Espionage Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-16
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the 74th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Philippines and the strong bilateral security alliance between our two nations in the wake of escalating aggression and political lawfare by the People's Republic of China in the South China Sea.Latest action 2025-10-30
- Bill cosponsoredConnected Vehicle Security Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-22
- Bill cosponsoredEnding China's Unfair Advantage Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-20
- Bill authoredDepot Data Transparency ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Secretary of Defense to establish a pilot program to evaluate the safety, quality, and qualification pathways of printable energetic feedstocks for controlled additive manufacturing applications.Latest action 2026-06-11
- Bill authoredEliminate PRC Organized Crime ActLatest action 2026-07-27
- Bill authoredStop Fueling Cartel Violence ActLatest action 2026-05-14
- Government Operations
Designate Postal Facilities
Sponsor bills to name U.S. Postal Service facilities in Texas after notable local figures.
Where it stands: Senator Cornyn sponsored S.B. [sponsored 2026-08-06] to designate a USPS facility in McAllen, Texas, and cosponsored S.B. [cosponsored 2026-08-06] to designate a USPS facility in Amarillo, Texas, both of which are currently pending in committee.
On the record: 6 bills
See the 6 records behind this
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 620 East Pecan Boulevard in McAllen, Texas, as the "Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr. Memorial Post Office".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill cosponsoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 505 East 9th Avenue in Amarillo, Texas, as the "Mayor Jerry H. Hodge Post Office Building".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lubbock, Texas, as the "Lieutenant General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredA bill to rename the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Dallas, Texas, as the "Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center".Latest action 2025-01-16
- Bill authoredA bill to authorize the conveyance by the Secretary of the Army of certain property located in Paris, Texas, and for other purposes.Latest action 2024-12-17
- Bill authoredJames R. Dominguez Memorial Act of 2024Latest action 2024-07-31
- Emergency Management
Promote Resilient Building Standards
Advocate for federal policies that encourage and incentivize the construction of buildings more resilient to natural disasters and extreme weather events.
Where it stands: Senator Cornyn sponsored the 'Promoting Resilient Buildings Act' (S.XXXX), which was favorably ordered to be reported by the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on 2026-08-06, indicating active legislative progress.
On the record: 2 bills
See the 2 records behind this
- Bill authoredPromoting Resilient Buildings ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredNational Construction Safety Team Enhancement Act of 2024Latest action 2024-06-04
- Veterans
Protecting Veterans' Healthcare
Designate specific Department of Veterans Affairs outpatient clinics in Texas to honor distinguished military personnel, such as Lieutenant General Bernie Mittemeyer.
Where it stands: Senator Cornyn sponsored S. 4608, a bill introduced on 2026-08-06, to designate a specific VA clinic in Texas, which directly aligns with the promise.
On the record: 15 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lubbock, Texas, as the "Lieutenant General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill cosponsoredVETS Opportunity Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-04
- Bill cosponsoredMEDAL Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-21
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 620 East Pecan Boulevard in McAllen, Texas, as the "Agent Raul H. Gonzalez Jr. Memorial Post Office".Latest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredVSAFE Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-18
- Bill authoredVSAFE Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-29
- Bill authoredFairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-04
- Bill authoredRESPECT Act of 2025Latest action 2026-03-18
- Health
Support Local Community Health Centers
Sponsor resolutions to recognize and celebrate 'National Community Health Center Week' to encourage public participation and highlight their role in communities.
Where it stands: Senator Cornyn sponsored S.Res.XXX on August 7, 2026, which was agreed to by Unanimous Consent, designating the first week of August 2026 as 'National Community Health Center Week'.
On the record: 1 bill
See the 1 record behind this
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