The Senate unanimously passed the MEDAL Act, increasing pensions for Medal of Honor recipients to $67,500 annually.
Quiver AI Summary
Senate passes legislation for Medal of Honor recipients: The U.S. Senate unanimously approved the Monetary Enhancement for Distinguished Active Legends (MEDAL) Act, which increases the monthly pension for living Medal of Honor recipients to $67,500 annually. This legislation previously passed the House and will now await presidential approval to become law.
Senator Cruz's remarks highlight veterans' sacrifices: Sen. Ted Cruz emphasized the need to honor Medal of Honor recipients, stating, “We cannot truly ever repay them... But there are ways that we can continue to honor them.” The act aims to support these veterans in their ongoing efforts to inspire and mentor future generations.
Legislation background: Introduced by Rep. Troy Nehls, the MEDAL Act addresses the financial burden on the 61 living Medal of Honor recipients, ensuring they can continue their public engagements without monetary concerns.
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Ted Cruz Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Ted Cruz is worth $10.5M, as of November 8th, 2025. This is the 102nd highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Cruz has approximately $4.6M invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Ted Cruz Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Ted Cruz:
- S.3120: A bill to limit engagement with the Government of Mexico unless Mexico provides water to the United States pursuant to its obligations under the Treaty relating to the Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.
- S.3113: A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that aliens who have been convicted of defrauding the United States Government or unlawfully receiving public benefits are inadmissible and deportable.
- S.3107: A bill to require the Comptroller General of the United States to submit reports to Congress on theft of mail and United States Postal Service property, and for other purposes.
- S.3081: Reciprocity Ensures Streamlined Use of Lifesaving Treatments Act of 2025
- S.3035: Natural Gas Export Expansion Act
- S.3031: Keep America Flying Act of 2026
You can track bills proposed by Ted Cruz on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Cruz.
Ted Cruz Fundraising
Ted Cruz recently disclosed $1.3M of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 39th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 91.6% came from individual donors.
Cruz disclosed $1.3M of spending. This was the 23rd most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Cruz disclosed $2.5M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 137th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
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