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U.S. Senator · R · Texas
Ted Cruz
- Term
- 2025–2031
- Office
- 167 Russell Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 217
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Cruz puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Economy & jobs
Extensive record
Cruz's profile cites 88 bills authored or cosponsored and 33 other congressional records as potentially related to 2 documented commitments.
88 bills
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Their stated view
- Fiscal Responsibility — He seeks to reduce government bureaucracy and spending, particularly targeting federal agencies he views as redundant or overreaching.
Commitments tracked here
- Support Small Banks
- Pass a balanced budget amendment
The record (121)
- Bill authoredA resolution commemorating April 6, 2026, as the day the Artemis II crew surpassed the record for the farthest distance traveled by astronauts into deep space and celebrating the success of the Artemis II mission.Latest action 2026-04-28
- Bill authoredFalun Gong and Victims of Forced Organ Harvesting Protection ActLatest action 2026-10-05
- Bill authoredCommunity Bank Relief ActLatest action 2026-02-11
- Bill authoredProtect College Sports Act of 2026Latest action 2026-10-05
- Bill authoredSafe Access to Cash Act of 2026Latest action 2026-10-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution honoring the life and legacy of John Seymour, the late Senator for the State of California.Latest action 2026-05-19
- Bill authoredRoute 66 National Historic Trail Designation ActLatest action 2026-09-17
- Bill authoredProtecting Military Installations and Ranges Act of 2025Latest action 2025-01-22
Justice & civil rights
Extensive record
Cruz's profile cites 69 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
69 bills
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Their stated view
- Support for Law Enforcement — Senator Cruz consistently advocates for legislation that strengthens law enforcement and ensures their safety and resources.
Commitments tracked here
- Confirm originalist federal judges
The record (69)
- Bill cosponsoredFederal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-03
- Bill cosponsoredJudicial Relief Clarification Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-31
- Bill cosponsoredProtect Our Prosecutors and Judges Act of 2025Latest action 2025-10-09
- Bill cosponsoredFederal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-17
- Bill cosponsoredStopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues ActLatest action 2025-01-21
- Bill cosponsoredCombating Organized Retail Crime ActLatest action 2025-04-10
- Bill cosponsoredRecover Fraudulent COVID Funds ActLatest action 2025-01-16
- Bill cosponsoredGraham Hoffman ActLatest action 2025-07-15
Foreign policy
Extensive record
Cruz's profile cites 52 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 2 documented commitments.
52 bills
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Their stated view
- Oppose Authoritarian Regimes — He advocates for strong measures against countries like Nicaragua and Venezuela, supporting democratic transitions and human rights abroad.
Commitments tracked here
- Combat Forced Organ Harvesting
- Sanction Nicaragua for Human Rights
The record (52)
- Bill authoredRestoring Electoral Fairness and Opposition Rights through Mandates for Accountability Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-07
- Bill authoredFalun Gong and Victims of Forced Organ Harvesting Protection ActLatest action 2026-10-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Jimmy Lai detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jinping.Latest action 2026-04-16
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing unwavering support for the United States-Japan alliance in response to political, economic and military pressure by the People's Republic of China.Latest action 2025-12-17
- Bill authoredFalun Gong Protection ActLatest action 2025-03-03
- Bill cosponsoredEnding Lending to China Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-21
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Jimmy Lai, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Ekpar Asat detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jingping.Latest action 2026-05-13
- Bill authoredA bill to permit visiting dignitaries and service members from Taiwan to display the flag of the Republic of China.Latest action 2026-07-27
Immigration & border
Extensive record
Cruz's profile cites 39 bills authored or cosponsored and 5 other congressional records as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
39 bills
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Commitments tracked here
- Oppose amnesty in any immigration deal
The record (44)
- Bill authoredA joint resolution to direct the termination of the use of United States Armed Forces for the construction, maintenance, and operation of the Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore pier on the coast of the Gaza Strip that has not been authorized by Congress.Latest action 2024-07-11
- Bill cosponsoredPreventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens ActLatest action 2025-01-21
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month.Latest action 2025-04-07
- Bill cosponsoredBorn-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection ActLatest action 2025-01-22
- Bill cosponsoredStopping Border Surges ActLatest action 2026-08-07
- Congressional Record contextVote on Schwartz Nomination (Executive Calendar)Latest action 2026-08-05
- Bill cosponsoredSTOP MADNESS ActLatest action 2025-02-03
- Bill cosponsoredProtection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-03
Democracy & ethics
Substantial record
Cruz's profile cites 18 bills authored or cosponsored and 1 other congressional record as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
18 bills
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Commitments tracked here
- Designate Historic Post Offices
The record (19)
- Bill cosponsoredA 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 2026-09-14
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 802 North Tancahua Street in Corpus Christi, Texas, as the "Captain Robert E. 'Bob' Batterson Post Office".Latest action 2024-12-11
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 107 North Hoyne Avenue in Fritch, Texas, as the "Chief Zeb Smith Post Office".Latest action 2024-05-16
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 107 North Hoyne Avenue in Fritch, Texas, as the "Chief Zeb Smith Post Office".Latest action 2026-09-14
- Bill authoredA 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 2026-09-14
- Bill authoredNo FED in West Texas ActLatest action 2026-04-28
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.Latest action 2025-05-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution commending and congratulating Texas A&M University for 150 years of service to the State of Texas and the United States.Latest action 2026-09-30
Environment & energy
Some record
Cruz's profile cites 3 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
3 bills
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Commitments tracked here
- Expand Route 66 Historic Trail
The record (3)
- Bill authoredRoute 66 National Historic Trail Designation ActLatest action 2026-09-17
- Bill cosponsoredFighter Force Preservation and Recapitalization Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution commending Taiwan on the 30th anniversary of its first direct presidential election in 1996, and expressing support for Taiwan in the preservation of its democratic institutions.Latest action 2026-03-23
Defense & security
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Their stated view
- Defend National Security — Cruz champions policies that enhance the capabilities of the U.S. armed forces and address perceived threats to national security.
Technology
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Cruz has stated a position on promote space exploration, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.
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Their stated view
- Promote Space Exploration — Cruz supports robust funding and initiatives for NASA and commercial space exploration, recognizing its economic and scientific benefits.
What Cruz 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.
- 01Justice
Support for Law Enforcement
Senator Cruz consistently advocates for legislation that strengthens law enforcement and ensures their safety and resources.
- 02Technology
Promote Space Exploration
Cruz supports robust funding and initiatives for NASA and commercial space exploration, recognizing its economic and scientific benefits.
- 03Economy
Fiscal Responsibility
He seeks to reduce government bureaucracy and spending, particularly targeting federal agencies he views as redundant or overreaching.
- 04Defense
Defend National Security
Cruz champions policies that enhance the capabilities of the U.S. armed forces and address perceived threats to national security.
- 05International Affairs
Oppose Authoritarian Regimes
He advocates for strong measures against countries like Nicaragua and Venezuela, supporting democratic transitions and human rights abroad.
What they've actually done about it
Each commitment below links to its source and potentially related congressional records. Topic matches do not establish support, opposition, a verified speech, or fulfillment. Senate roll-call votes are not currently included in this collection.
- International Affairs
Combat Forced Organ Harvesting
Champion the Falun Gong and Victims of Forced Organ Harvesting Protection Act to address and sanction those involved in illegal organ harvesting.
On the record: 52 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredFalun Gong and Victims of Forced Organ Harvesting Protection ActLatest action 2026-10-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Jimmy Lai detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jinping.Latest action 2026-04-16
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing unwavering support for the United States-Japan alliance in response to political, economic and military pressure by the People's Republic of China.Latest action 2025-12-17
- Bill authoredFalun Gong Protection ActLatest action 2025-03-03
- Bill cosponsoredEnding Lending to China Act of 2025Latest action 2025-07-21
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securing the release of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Jimmy Lai, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Ekpar Asat detained by the People's Republic of China during future engagements with Chinese President Xi Jingping.Latest action 2026-05-13
- Bill authoredA bill to permit visiting dignitaries and service members from Taiwan to display the flag of the Republic of China.Latest action 2026-07-27
- 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
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
Expand Route 66 Historic Trail
Pass the Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act to preserve and recognize the historic significance of Route 66.
On the record: 3 bills
See the 3 records behind this
- Bill authoredRoute 66 National Historic Trail Designation ActLatest action 2026-09-17
- Bill cosponsoredFighter Force Preservation and Recapitalization Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution commending Taiwan on the 30th anniversary of its first direct presidential election in 1996, and expressing support for Taiwan in the preservation of its democratic institutions.Latest action 2026-03-23
- Government Operations and Politics
Designate Historic Post Offices
Sponsor bills to designate U.S. Postal Service facilities in Texas in honor of local figures, recognizing community contributions.
On the record: 18 bills · 1 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill cosponsoredA 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 2026-09-14
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 802 North Tancahua Street in Corpus Christi, Texas, as the "Captain Robert E. 'Bob' Batterson Post Office".Latest action 2024-12-11
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 107 North Hoyne Avenue in Fritch, Texas, as the "Chief Zeb Smith Post Office".Latest action 2024-05-16
- Bill authoredA bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 107 North Hoyne Avenue in Fritch, Texas, as the "Chief Zeb Smith Post Office".Latest action 2026-09-14
- Bill authoredA 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 2026-09-14
- Bill authoredNo FED in West Texas ActLatest action 2026-04-28
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.Latest action 2025-05-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution commending and congratulating Texas A&M University for 150 years of service to the State of Texas and the United States.Latest action 2026-09-30
- International Affairs
Sanction Nicaragua for Human Rights
Reauthorize and expand sanctions under the Nicaragua Investment Conditionality Act of 2018 to hold the Nicaraguan government accountable for human rights abuses.
On the record: 6 bills
See the 6 records behind this
- Bill authoredRestoring Electoral Fairness and Opposition Rights through Mandates for Accountability Act of 2026Latest action 2026-08-07
- Bill cosponsoredEnhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-12
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution calling on the United Kingdom, France, and Germany (E3) to initiate the snapback of sanctions on Iran under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015).Latest action 2025-02-13
- Bill authoredA resolution reaffirming the policy of the United States to support a peaceful democratic transition in Venezuela through free and fair elections.Latest action 2026-08-04
- Bill authoredA bill to require the imposition of sanctions with respect to Ansarallah and its officials, agents, or affiliates for acts of international terrorism.Latest action 2025-01-13
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding critical elements of the United States policy towards the People's Republic of China.Latest action 2026-04-30
- Economy
Support Small Banks
Introduce the Community Bank Relief Act to reduce regulatory burdens on small and community financial institutions.
On the record: 31 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredCommunity Bank Relief ActLatest action 2026-02-11
- Bill authoredProtecting Military Installations and Ranges Act of 2025Latest action 2025-01-22
- Bill cosponsoredFAIR ActLatest action 2025-07-29
- Bill cosponsoredPLO and PA Terror Payments Accountability Act of 2025Latest action 2025-01-22
- Bill cosponsoredSanctioning Russia Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-01
- Bill cosponsoredRepealing Big Brother Overreach ActLatest action 2025-01-15
- Bill cosponsoredBlack Vulture Relief Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-20
- Bill cosponsoredDivesting from Communist China’s Military Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-14
- Immigration
Oppose amnesty in any immigration deal
Promised to vote against legalization measures.
On the record: 39 bills · 5 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA joint resolution to direct the termination of the use of United States Armed Forces for the construction, maintenance, and operation of the Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore pier on the coast of the Gaza Strip that has not been authorized by Congress.Latest action 2024-07-11
- Bill cosponsoredPreventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens ActLatest action 2025-01-21
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month.Latest action 2025-04-07
- Bill cosponsoredBorn-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection ActLatest action 2025-01-22
- Bill cosponsoredStopping Border Surges ActLatest action 2026-08-07
- Congressional Record contextVote on Schwartz Nomination (Executive Calendar)Latest action 2026-08-05
- Bill cosponsoredSTOP MADNESS ActLatest action 2025-02-03
- Bill cosponsoredProtection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-03
- Budget
Pass a balanced budget amendment
Promised to push a constitutional balanced budget requirement.
On the record: 57 bills · 33 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA resolution commemorating April 6, 2026, as the day the Artemis II crew surpassed the record for the farthest distance traveled by astronauts into deep space and celebrating the success of the Artemis II mission.Latest action 2026-04-28
- Bill authoredFalun Gong and Victims of Forced Organ Harvesting Protection ActLatest action 2026-10-05
- Bill authoredProtect College Sports Act of 2026Latest action 2026-10-05
- Bill authoredSafe Access to Cash Act of 2026Latest action 2026-10-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution honoring the life and legacy of John Seymour, the late Senator for the State of California.Latest action 2026-05-19
- Bill authoredRoute 66 National Historic Trail Designation ActLatest action 2026-09-17
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution commemorating June 19, 2025, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.Latest action 2025-06-25
- Congressional Record contextText of Senate Amendment 6492Latest action 2026-06-24
- Judiciary
Confirm originalist federal judges
Promised to support originalist judicial nominees.
On the record: 69 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill cosponsoredFederal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-03
- Bill cosponsoredJudicial Relief Clarification Act of 2025Latest action 2025-03-31
- Bill cosponsoredProtect Our Prosecutors and Judges Act of 2025Latest action 2025-10-09
- Bill cosponsoredFederal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-17
- Bill cosponsoredStopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues ActLatest action 2025-01-21
- Bill cosponsoredCombating Organized Retail Crime ActLatest action 2025-04-10
- Bill cosponsoredRecover Fraudulent COVID Funds ActLatest action 2025-01-16
- Bill cosponsoredGraham Hoffman ActLatest action 2025-07-15
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