McAllen, Texas – Today, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), joined by USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, and Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R-Texas-15), hosted a roundtable and press conference in San Juan, Texas, to address challenges producers are facing in the Rio Grande Valley. Sen. Cruz said, “I was proud to lead the effort in the U.S. Senate to secure this $280 million block grant, which is critical for Texas producers in the Rio Grande Valley, and to […]
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Sen. Cruz, Rep. Roy Reintroduce RESULT Act to Increase Access to Life-Saving Medical Care
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and U.S. Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas-21) reintroduced the bicameral Reciprocity Ensures Streamlined Use of Lifesaving Treatments (RESULT) Act. The legislation increases access to drugs, devices, and other medical therapies already approved in other trusted countries, facilitating access to life-saving treatments for Americans. Upon introduction, Sen. Cruz said, “Washington bureaucracy and regulations far too often interfere with the healthcare decisions of patients and their doctors. The RESULT Act will facilitate access to life-saving drugs, […]
Sen. Cruz, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy, Meets with African Ambassadors
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), the Chairman of the Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy and a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, held a roundtable with ambassadors and representatives from Africa this week. The countries represented included: Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Malawi, Ghana, Senegal, Djibouti, Madagascar, Zambia, Equatorial Guinea, Kenya, Uganda, Gabon, Togo, Mozambique, Mauritania, and Ethiopia, as well as a Representative from the African Union. Following the meeting, Sen. Cruz […]
Sen. Cruz, Rep. Jackson Reintroduce Tax Relief Bill for Panhandle Wildfires Victims
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-Texas-13) reintroduced the Wildfire Victim Tax Relief and Recovery Act. The bill would provide tax relief for victims who suffered significant losses in the Panhandle last year when wildfires burned 1.2 million acres, destroyed homes, and killed thousands of cattle. Upon reintroduction, Sen. Cruz said, “Last year, historic wildfires destroyed the Panhandle, taking the homes and livelihoods of thousands of Texans. This bill will deliver much needed […]
Sen. Cruz, Rep. Jackson Introduce Legislation to Bring Cutting-Edge Technological Training to Sheppard Air Force Base
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced the Advancing Innovation and Maintenance through Headquarters for Instruction, Growth, and High-Tech Training (AIM HIGH) Act. The legislation would establish an Air Force Technical Training Center of Excellence at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, Texas, which would function as a state-of-the-art training center and position Texas at the forefront of military and technical training. Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-Texas-13) introduced parallel legislation in the House of Representatives. […]
Sen. Cruz, Rep. Self, Colleagues Introduce MACARTHUR Act Reaffirming West Point’s Commitment to Meritocracy and American Leadership
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas-03) introduced the Maintaining Academy Culture and Assuring Retention of Tradition, Honor, and Unity of the Republic (MACARTHUR) Act, after the United States Military Academy at West Point decided to remove the phrase “Duty, Honor, Country” from its mission statement. Sen. Cruz’s legislation would restore the phrase in the mission statement. Upon introduction, Sen. Cruz said, “For centuries, the […]
Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Military Installations from Adversary Land Purchases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced the Protecting Military Installations and Ranges Act to protect Department of Defense (DOD) installations and training areas from our adversaries. The bill restricts the purchase of certain property by a foreign person acting for or on behalf of Russia, China, Iran, or North Korea. Upon introduction, Sen. Cruz said, “Foreign adversaries are exploiting loopholes to acquire land near our military bases and training routes, jeopardizing the safety of our troops and […]
Sen. Cruz, Rep. Carey, Colleagues Work to Overturn Biden Admin IRS Rule Sending American Cryptocurrency Innovation Overseas
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. Mike Carey (R-Ohio-15) introduced a joint resolution of disapproval to overturn the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales rule. That rule defined decentralized financial (DeFi) participants as “brokers.” It undermines America’s digital asset industry by forcing DeFi participants to comply with burdensome information reporting requirements. The rule was finalized on December 30, 2024. Upon introduction, Sen. Cruz said, “The […]
Sen. Cruz, Rep. Hern Introduce School Choice Legislation Prioritizing the Right to a Quality Education for Every Child
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. Kevin Hern (R-Okla.-01) introduced the Student Empowerment Act today to enhance 529 College Savings Plans to help public, private, religious, and homeschool students and families. Upon introduction, Sen. Cruz said, “School choice is the civil rights issue of the 21st century, and throughout my Senate tenure, I have been proud to lead the fight for educational freedom. The Student Empowerment Act is commonsense legislation that will expand access to 529 […]
Sen. Cruz, Rep. Arrington Introduce Legislation to Repeal Biden’s Offshore Drilling Ban
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. Jodey Arrington (R-Texas-19) introduced legislation to repeal an Executive Order issued by President Biden on January 6, 2025 that banned American energy exploration on over 625 million acres of offshore territory. Upon introduction, Sen. Cruz said, “President Biden’s ban on new offshore oil and gas drilling is an attack on American energy independence, jobs, and national security. His action is a gift to our adversaries and once again […]