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John Cornyn

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John Cornyn is a United States Senator from Texas, serving since January 3, 2002. A member of the Republican Party, he has held various leadership positions within the Senate, including serving as the Senate Minority Whip. Cornyn has focused on issues such as judicial appointments, immigration reform, and national security throughout his tenure. He is known for his strong support of conservative policies and has frequently aligned with the positions of former President Donald Trump.

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Apr 17, 2013

Mr. President, I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There is a sufficient second. The question is on agreeing to the Cornyn amendment. The clerk will call the roll. The bill clerk called the…

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Apr 17, 2013

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Amendment No. 719

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Apr 17, 2013

My amendment is called the Constitutional Concealed Carry Act because it is designed to protect the fundamental Second Amendment rights of American citizens who are traveling or temporarily away from home while they hold a concealed…

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Apr 17, 2013

Madam President, I know this afternoon at 4 p.m. we will vote on a series of amendments. For all of us who were worried and concerned about these episodes of senseless gun violence, I think we can actually find a solution not by…

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Apr 17, 2013

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that further reading of the amendment be dispensed with. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The amendment is as follows: (Purpose: To allow reciprocity for the carrying of…

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Apr 17, 2013

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent to call up my amendment numbered 719. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the amendment. The bill clerk read as follows: The Senator from Texas [Mr. Cornyn], for himself and Mr. Vitter…

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Apr 16, 2013

Madam President, yesterday afternoon we were reminded that America faces determined enemies willing to engage in barbaric acts against innocent civilians--men, women, and children. On Patriots' Day--a day that has always been a celebration…

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Apr 15, 2013

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from New Hampshire (Ms. Ayotte), the Senator from Oklahoma (Mr. Coburn), the Senator from South Carolina (Mr. Graham), the Senator from North Dakota (Mr. Hoeven), and the Senator…

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Apr 15, 2013

Mr. President, I rise to reintroduce the Small Business Taxpayer Bill of Rights Act of 2013, SBTBOR. As millions of taxpayers across the country race to meet today's deadline to file their Federal tax return, it is important to note that…

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Apr 11, 2013

Mr. President, yesterday I had the solemn privilege of meeting with some of the families who lost loved ones in the Sandy Hook shooting. As a father, I can hardly begin to comprehend the enormous grief these individuals have suffered…

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Apr 10, 2013

Mr. President, in about an hour the President of the United States will release his budget--65 days after the statutory deadline of February 4, the first Monday in February. Since taking office, President Obama has raised taxes roughly…

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Apr 10, 2013

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection, it is so ordered. The President's Budget

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