Cornyn Votes for Coronavirus Response Bill
I know this is a time of serious uncertainty for both the physical and financial health of our families and our country, but I want to assure my constituents, the 29 million people that I’m privileged to represent in the State of Texas, that the Senate is working to provide the relief we can. We’ll […]
What the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Means for Texas
The Senate will soon vote on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act to help Americans deal with the effects of the COVID-19 outbreak. Sen. Cornyn spoke about his support for the bill on the Senate floor earlier today, and below is a summary of its positive impact on Texas. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Ensures no Texan […]
VIDEO: Cornyn Supports Families First Coronavirus Response Act
The bottom line is no one will have to pay to be tested for the coronavirus, period. This legislation also includes a range of provisions to provide financial security for those who are unable to work, and that’s because they are protecting the public health. It will create a new federal emergency paid sick leave […]
Cornyn Moves to Protect Vets’ GI Bill Benefits Despite Coronavirus School Closures
WASHINGTON –U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after co-sponsoring the Emergency GI Fix for Coronavirus School Closures Act, a bill to allow veterans to continue utilizing GI benefits despite many courses moving online to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Under current law, qualifying veterans receive GI Bill benefits to cover housing and/or living expenses […]
To Combat Coronavirus, Cornyn, Cruz Urge FEMA, SBA to Coordinate with State, Local Officials
Senators Commend POTUS’s National Emergency Declaration WASHINGTON—Following President Trump’s national emergency declaration, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Ted Cruz (R-TX) sent him a letter urging the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to work closely with State of Texas emergency management officials and the Small Business Administration (SBA) to increase awareness of the many financial […]
Cornyn Announces Waiver to Allow Lunches for Low-Income Students to Continue During School Coronavirus Closures
AUSTIN –U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved the Texas Department of Agriculture’s request for a waiver that would allow them to continue to serve no-cost meals to low-income students during school closures. The waiver negates the National School Lunch Act requirement that schools serve foods in a group setting, […]
Cornyn Bills Would Honor Former Rep. Ralph Hall, Audie Murphy
Would Rename Fate, Greenville Post Offices After Them WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) today released the following statement after introducing two bills to rename U.S. Post Offices in Fate, Texas and Greenville, Texas after former U.S. Congressman Ralph Hall and veteran and actor Audie Murphy. Companion bills have been introduced in the House of Representatives […]
Cornyn: Senate to Stay in Session to Address Bipartisan Coronavirus Response Bill
This situation calls for an all-of-government response, and it will allow us additional time to hammer out a bipartisan agreement to respond to the ripple effect that this outbreak is having in Texas and across the country. Most of the public concern is focused on the elderly, on cruise ship travelers, and those with underlying […]
FOTO: Cornyn Se Reúne con Los Amigos del Museo Nacional de los Latinos en los Estados Unidos
WASHINGTON – El Senador John Cornyn (R-TX) ayer se reunió con y habló con una delegación en apoyo de un Museo Nacional de los Latinos en los Estados Unidos, que incluía Los Amigos del Museo de los Latinos en los Estados Unidos, la Cámara Nacional de Comercio Hispana, y la Liga de Ciudadanos Lationamericanos Unidos (LULAC). […]
PHOTO: Cornyn Meets with Friends of the National Museum of the American Latino
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) yesterday met with and spoke to a delegation in support of a National Museum of the American Latino, which included Friends of the National Museum of the American Latino, the National Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC). Sen. Cornyn discussed his […]
New Cornyn Bill Would Invest in Border Health Initiatives
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) today introduced the Border Health Security Act, which would strengthen multi-national cooperation to support vital public health initiatives in border communities. “In Texas, we know what happens at our border – both good and bad – affects the entire country,” said Sen. Cornyn. “Improving public health initiatives along our border will benefit […]
Cornyn Announces Texas Will Receive $35M in Initial Coronavirus Funding
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) today introduced the Border Health Security Act, which would strengthen multi-national cooperation to support vital public health initiatives in border communities. “In Texas, we know what happens at our border – both good and bad – affects the entire country,” said Sen. Cornyn. “Improving public health initiatives along our border will benefit […]
Cornyn, Burr, Warner’s Secure 5G and Beyond Act Headed to President’s Desk
WASHINGTON– U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Richard Burr (R-NC), and Vice Chairman Mark Warner (D-VA) issued the following statements after their Secure 5G and Beyond Act, which would require the President to develop a strategy and implementation plan to ensure the security of next-gen mobile telecommunications systems and infrastructure in […]
Cornyn Speaks on Current Efforts, Next Steps to Address Coronavirus
WASHINGTON –U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) spoke on the Senate floor today about his efforts to respond to the Coronavirus outbreak, including Congress’ recent vote for emergency funding and the next steps to address the economic impact. Excerpts of Sen. Cornyn’s floor remarks are below, and downloadable audio and video can be found here. “Hospitals around the […]
Cornyn Votes to Reimburse Texas Communities for Providing Coronavirus Care
Senate Passes Emergency Funding Bill That Makes $950M Available for Reimbursement WASHINGTON – Today on the Senate floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) discussed his vote on emergency funding for our nation’s Coronavirus response, which includes $950 million in reimbursement funds for states and local communities that have responded to the virus. Excerpts of Sen. Cornyn’s […]