Years in Office
23
Bills Sponsored
1565
Bills Co-Sponsored
3968
Committees
7
John Cornyn Biography
John Cornyn began his career as a judge and Texas Attorney General, grounding his public service in the law. Elected as U.S. Senator for Texas in 2002, he has prioritized border security, judicial appointments, and disaster relief. Cornyn played a key role in passing the Fix NICS Act to improve background checks for firearms and has served as Senate Majority Whip, shaping the chamber’s legislative agenda. He is recognized for his pragmatic approach, focusing on stability and security for Texans across diverse communities.
Education
- LL.M., University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA(1995)
- J.D., St. Mary's School of Law, San Antonio, TX(1977)
- B.A. in Journalism, Trinity University, San Antonio, TX(1973)
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during John Cornyn's congressional service.
Crime Victims' Rights
Co-authored the Justice for All Act, expanding rights and protections for crime victims nationwide.
Mental Health Reform
Led passage of the Mental Health and Safe Communities Act to improve mental health crisis response and treatment.
Hurricane Harvey Relief
Secured billions in federal disaster aid for Texas communities affected by Hurricane Harvey in 2017.
Fix NICS Act
Authored the Fix NICS Act to strengthen background checks for firearm purchases and improve reporting compliance.
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