John Cornyn is the Republican U.S. Senator from Texas, in office since 2002.
Current term began January 3, 2021. In the Senate since November 30, 2002.
Committee assignments
- Senate Committee on Finance
- Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
- Senate Committee on the Budget
- Senate Committee on the Judiciary
- Joint Committee on Taxation
- Senate Select Committee on Intelligence
- United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control (Chairman)
Committee work shapes much of what happens in the Senate, from hearings to shaping bills before they reach the floor.
Term and next election
John Cornyn holds a Class 2 seat in the United States Senate. Senators serve six-year terms, and the two seats in each state sit in different classes, so they are not up for election in the same year. This seat is next on the ballot in 2026, when voters across Texas choose who fills it.
Texas
John Cornyn is one of two U.S. Senators for Texas, who represent the whole state rather than a single district. For the U.S. House delegation, see the Texas congressional districts. To find your own House representative, use the home page lookup.
Washington office: 517 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
Frequently asked questions
When is John Cornyn next up for election?
This seat is a Class 2 Senate seat, next up for election in 2026. Every voter in Texas takes part in that race.
What committees does John Cornyn serve on?
John Cornyn serves on the Senate Committee on Finance, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, Senate Committee on the Budget, Senate Committee on the Judiciary, Joint Committee on Taxation, Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control.
How do I contact John Cornyn?
You can reach the office of John Cornyn by phone at 202-224-2934 or through the official U.S. Senate website. The Washington office is at 517 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510.
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Last updated July 10, 2026.
Data last checked September 7, 2026.