Cornyn Highlights Texas Priorities in Defense Bill
News We have a responsibility to support our troops and make sure they have what they need to do the job we’ve asked them to do. This legislation will authorize $315 million for military construction projects in Texas alone. WASHINGTON – Today on the floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) discussed the importance of the annual National […]
Cornyn: Delay in Passing Defense Bill Jeopardizes National Security
News Our Democratic colleagues have had a majority in both the Senate and the House and despite having ample time, they failed to advance any appropriations bills so far this year. This is a miserable way and, frankly, an embarrassing way for Congress to do business, and it is potentially dangerous, too. By failing to […]
PHOTO: Cornyn Meets with New Head of Army Futures Command
News WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) met today with the new Commanding General of the Army Futures Command (AFC)James E. Rainey as part of his initial 90 days in command to discuss the goals and priorities of AFC. See photo below. This image is in the public domain, but those wishing to do so may credit […]
What the Defense Bill Means for Texas
News Cornyn Secures Provisions in NDAA to Support Military Readiness WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after securing multiple priorities for Texas in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023, to support Texas military instillations, servicemembers, and ongoing national security efforts. You can read the legislation here, and below is a […]
Cornyn, Pfluger Bill to Rename San Angelo VA Clinic Signed Into Law
News WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and U.S. Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statements after theColonel Charles and JoAnne Powell VA Clinic Act, which would rename the San Angelo Community Based Outpatient VA Clinic to honor the Powell’s lifetime of service to the area, was signed into law: “The work done by Colonel […]
Cornyn, Pfluger Legislation to Rename San Angelo VA Clinic Passes House
News WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and U.S. Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statements after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Colonel Charles and JoAnne Powell VA Clinic Act, to rename the San Angelo Community Based Outpatient VA Clinic in San Angelo, Texas to honor the Powell’s lifetime of service to the area: […]
Cornyn, King Introduce Bill to Identify Military Modernization Best Practices
News WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Angus King (I-ME) today introduced the American Defense Programs, Logistics, and Acquisitions for our Nation’s Security (American Defense PLANS) Act, which would direct the Department of Defense (DOD) to facilitate an external study of acquisition and modernization efforts that would outline recommendations for how DOD programs can best keep pace […]
Cornyn to Schumer: Senate Must Pass NDAA Before Recess
News For 61 years in a row, we passed a National Defense Authorization bill. But apparently, the Majority Leader, Senator Schumer, is contemplating not doing that this year. The Defense Authorization bill seems to be at the bottom of his priority list, below judicial nominations and a bill to codify a right to marry that […]
Cornyn, Peters Introduce Bill to Support Army Modernization Efforts & Army Futures Command
News DALLAS– Earlier this week, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Gary Peters (D-MI) introduced the Army Facilitating Untapped Technology, Utilities, Resources, and Equipment for Servicemembers Act (Army FUTURES Act), which would clarify roles and responsibilities for Army modernization efforts and help support the Austin-based Army Futures Command’s new and innovative strategies to keep our Armed […]
Cornyn, Shaheen Lead Bill to Quickly Replenish U.S. Defense Stockpiles After Providing Aid to Allies like Ukraine
News WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) led the introduction of the Securing American Acquisitions, Readiness, and Military Stockpiles Act, which would give the Department of Defense (DoD) enhanced procurement authorities to quickly refill American defense stockpiles after the President provides aid to an ally or partner attacked by a foreign […]
New Cornyn Bill to Honor Amarillo Area Veteran and Community Leader
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after introducing legislation to rename the U.S. Post Office in Canyon, Texas after Gary Fletcher, a decorated Vietnam veteran, successful rancher and banker, and beloved husband, father, and grandfather. A companion bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives by U.S. Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13). […]
Cornyn Legislation to Rename San Angelo VA Clinic Passes Senate
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after the Senate passed his Colonel Charles and JoAnne Powell VA Clinic Act, to rename the San Angelo Community Based Outpatient VA Clinic in San Angelo, Texas to honor the Powell’s lifetime of service to the area: “Colonel Charles and JoAnne Powell epitomized public servants with their active […]
What the Defense Bill Means for Texas
Cornyn Secured Numerous Provisions in National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 Today, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) voted for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022. Legislation authored by Sen. Cornyn was included in this year’s NDAA to benefit Texas military instillations and servicemembers as well as support ongoing national security […]
New Cornyn Legislation to Rename San Angelo VA Clinic
Colonel Charles and JoAnne Powell Serve as Namesake for Their Community Leadership WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) introduced the Colonel Charles and JoAnne Powell VA Clinic Act to rename the San Angelo Community Based Outpatient VA Clinic in San Angelo, Texas to honor the Powell’s lifetime of service to the area: “Through his […]
Cornyn Slams Biden’s Decision to Keep Arbitrary Afghanistan Deadline
Letting the Taliban dictate our military strategy is an absolute disgrace. When it comes to getting our citizens out, the American people won’t tolerate asking the Taliban for permission. WASHINGTON– U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released a statement following reports that President Biden has refused to extend his self-imposed withdrawal deadline in Afghanistan: “Letting the […]