Mac Thornberry

Mac Thornberry

12/16/2022, 9:56 PM

Mac Thornberry Congressional Service

Mac Thornberry is a retired United States Congressman for the state of Texas. WILLIAM served as a House Representative for the state of Texas and served a total of 13 terms in congress.Mac Thornberry participated in over 585 voting sessions, sponsored over 198 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 1590 individual bills.

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Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Conservative
William Thornberry consistently supported tax cuts and deregulation to stimulate economic growth. He emphasized reducing government spending and opposed federal intervention in the market.

Agriculture

Conservative
Thornberry advocated for policies benefiting rural and agricultural communities, supporting subsidies and programs that aid farmers and agricultural development.

Immigration

Conservative
Thornberry favored strict immigration controls, including measures to enhance border security and enforce existing laws while opposing pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.

Education

Conservative
He supported school choice initiatives, including charter schools and vouchers, favoring reduced federal involvement in education policy.

Energy

Conservative
Thornberry backed the expansion of domestic energy production, including oil, gas, and coal, while opposing regulations that limit the development of these industries.

Climate change

Conservative
He was skeptical of extensive federal regulations aimed at addressing climate change, often questioning the impact of proposed measures on the economy.

Healthcare

Conservative
Thornberry opposed the Affordable Care Act and supported its repeal, advocating for market-based solutions to reduce healthcare costs.

Housing

Conservative
He generally favored reducing federal regulations on housing markets, supporting measures that encourage private sector solutions to housing issues.

Transportation

Conservative
Thornberry supported infrastructure development but prioritized limiting federal spending and involvement in transportation projects.

Veterans affairs

Conservative
He advocated for increasing funding and reforming systems to improve healthcare and support services for veterans.

Voting rights

Conservative
Thornberry backed measures to ensure election integrity, supporting voter ID laws and opposing federal overreach in state election processes.
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Mac Thornberry Latest Financials

Mac Thornberry 2022 Campaign Financials

During the 2022 election cycle, Mac Thornberry's raised over $0.00 in total contributions. The campaign spent over $333,114.06 during the 2022 election. WILLIAM's campaign spent $22,614.06 in operating expenses. Mac Thornberry reported $0.00 remaining in their fund after the election for future use.
Contributions$0.00
Contributions by Individuals$0.00
Contributions by Political Parties$0.00
Disbursements$333,114.06
Refunded Contributions$0.00
Remaining Cash on Hand$0.00

Super PAC Contributions to Mac Thornberry's 2022 Election

$20.00
The (Super PAC) spent $20.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$10.00
The (Super PAC) spent $10.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$59.00
The (Super PAC) spent $59.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$12.00
The (Super PAC) spent $12.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$20.00
The (Super PAC) spent $20.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$16.00
The (Super PAC) spent $16.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$44.00
The (Super PAC) spent $44.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$18.00
The (Super PAC) spent $18.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$22.00
The (Super PAC) spent $22.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$19.00
The (Super PAC) spent $19.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$43.00
The (Super PAC) spent $43.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$11.00
The (Super PAC) spent $11.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$23.00
The (Super PAC) spent $23.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$18.00
The (Super PAC) spent $18.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$18.00
The (Super PAC) spent $18.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$119.00
The (Super PAC) spent $119.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$338.00
The (Super PAC) spent $338.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$33.00
The (Super PAC) spent $33.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$1,343.00
The (Super PAC) spent $1,343.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$750.00
The (Super PAC) spent $750.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$121.00
The (Super PAC) spent $121.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$30.00
The (Super PAC) spent $30.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$78.00
The (Super PAC) spent $78.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$1,954.00
The (Super PAC) spent $1,954.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$41.00
The (Super PAC) spent $41.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$47.00
The (Super PAC) spent $47.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$98.00
The (Super PAC) spent $98.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$1,489.00
The (Super PAC) spent $1,489.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$305.00
The (Super PAC) spent $305.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.
$55,166.00
The (Super PAC) spent $55,166.00, reported as COORDINATED EXPENDITURE (COORDINATED EXPENDITURE) to in support of Mac Thornberry's election run.

Supporting and Opposing Mac Thornberry's 2022 Election

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS in support of$448.27
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS Political Action Committee spent $448.27 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2012 election run.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS in opposition to$357.00
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS Political Action Committee spent $357.00 in opposition to Mac Thornberry's 2006 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in opposition to$64.00
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $64.00 in opposition to Mac Thornberry's 2004 election run.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in opposition to$659.00
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $659.00 in opposition to Mac Thornberry's 2004 election run.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in support of$249.00
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $249.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2002 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$414.00
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $414.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2000 election run.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in support of$371.00
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $371.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2000 election run.
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION in support of$546.00
The AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION Political Action Committee spent $546.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2000 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$2,651.00
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $2,651.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 1998 election run.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST in support of$227.00
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SAVE AMERICA'S FREE ENTERPRISE TRUST Political Action Committee spent $227.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 1998 election run.
WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS PAC OF THE NATL ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS in support of$28.00
The WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS PAC OF THE NATL ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS Political Action Committee spent $28.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 1998 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) in support of$1.00
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION (INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE ACTION) Political Action Committee spent $1.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 1996 election run.
NATIONAL CHAMBER ALLIANCE FOR POLITICS OF THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR THE USA in support of$32.00
The NATIONAL CHAMBER ALLIANCE FOR POLITICS OF THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR THE USA Political Action Committee spent $32.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 1996 election run.
WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS PAC OF THE NATL ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS in support of$7.00
The WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS PAC OF THE NATL ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS Political Action Committee spent $7.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 1996 election run.
BROWN & ROOT INC in support of$23.00
The BROWN & ROOT INC Political Action Committee spent $23.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 1996 election run.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS FREE ENTERPRISE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$365.00
The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESS FREE ENTERPRISE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $365.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 1994 election run.
WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS PAC OF THE NATL ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS in support of$15.00
The WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS PAC OF THE NATL ASSOCIATION OF WHOLESALER-DISTRIBUTORS Political Action Committee spent $15.00 in support of Mac Thornberry's 1994 election run.
TOGETHER WE THRIVE in opposition to$750.00
The TOGETHER WE THRIVE Political Action Committee spent $750.00 in opposition to Mac Thornberry's 2020 election run.
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA POLITICAL VICTORY FUND in support of$1,419.77
The NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA POLITICAL VICTORY FUND Political Action Committee spent $1,419.77 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2018 election run.
EVERYTOWN FOR GUN SAFETY ACTION FUND in opposition to$861.86
The EVERYTOWN FOR GUN SAFETY ACTION FUND Political Action Committee spent $861.86 in opposition to Mac Thornberry's 2018 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$19.06
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $19.06 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2016 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE VICTORY FUND in support of$19.06
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE VICTORY FUND Political Action Committee spent $19.06 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2016 election run.
TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC in support of$92.27
The TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC Political Action Committee spent $92.27 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2016 election run.
TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C in support of$40.15
The TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C Political Action Committee spent $40.15 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2014 election run.
TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C in support of$23.21
The TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C Political Action Committee spent $23.21 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2012 election run.
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$1.23
The NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $1.23 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2012 election run.
TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC in support of$32.25
The TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC Political Action Committee spent $32.25 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2012 election run.
TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC in support of$8.48
The TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR LIFE INC Political Action Committee spent $8.48 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2010 election run.
TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE in support of$21.75
The TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Political Action Committee spent $21.75 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2010 election run.
TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C in support of$28.28
The TEXAS RIGHT TO LIFE POLITICAL ACTION C Political Action Committee spent $28.28 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2008 election run.
TEXAS FARM BUREAU FRIENDS OF AGRICULTURE FUND (AGFUND) INC (TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUND) in support of$20.95
The TEXAS FARM BUREAU FRIENDS OF AGRICULTURE FUND (AGFUND) INC (TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUND) Political Action Committee spent $20.95 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2008 election run.
TEXAS FARM BUREAU FRIENDS OF AGRICULTURE FUND (AGFUND) INC (TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUND) in support of$52.30
The TEXAS FARM BUREAU FRIENDS OF AGRICULTURE FUND (AGFUND) INC (TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUND) Political Action Committee spent $52.30 in support of Mac Thornberry's 2004 election run.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD ACTION FUND INC in opposition to$2.00
The PLANNED PARENTHOOD ACTION FUND INC Political Action Committee spent $2.00 in opposition to Mac Thornberry's 2002 election run.

Mac Thornberry's Latest Votes

Congress 116 Vote 64 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
FailedFebruary 12, 2020
Congress 116 Vote 62 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
FailedFebruary 12, 2020
Congress 116 Vote 42 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
FailedFebruary 6, 2020
Congress 116 Vote 29 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
Agreed toJanuary 29, 2020
Congress 116 Vote 203 - On Agreeing to the Amendment
Agreed toSeptember 24, 2020

Latest Bills

To require the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to review any purchase or lease of real estate near a military installation or military airspace in the United States by a foreign person connected to or subsidized by the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, or the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 2754April 19, 2025
Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act of 2025
Bill S 1252April 19, 2025
A bill to withdraw certain Bureau of Land Management land from mineral development.
Bill S 1464April 19, 2025
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the exception for de minimis payments by third party settlement organizations.
Bill S 1425April 19, 2025
A bill to require an annual report of Federal employees and retirees with delinquent tax debt.
Bill S 1444April 19, 2025
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Comptroller General of the United States to report on certain funding shortfalls in the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Bill HR 1823April 19, 2025
To reauthorize the Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program Act of 1994.
Bill HR 1098April 19, 2025
Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2025
Bill S 1137April 19, 2025
A bill to provide for increases in the Federal minimum wage, and for other purposes.
Bill S 1332April 19, 2025
Farmers’ Market Expansion Act of 2025
Bill HR 2379April 19, 2025
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017
Bill HR 4909January 11, 2023
Acquisition Agility Act
Bill HR 4741January 11, 2023
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016
Bill HR 1735January 11, 2023
Agile Acquisition to Retain Technological Edge Act
Bill HR 1597January 11, 2023
Directing the Secretary of the Senate to make a technical correction in the enrollment of S. 1356.
Bill HCONRES 90January 11, 2023
CARES Act
Bill HR 748November 1, 2022
JUSTICE Act
Bill HR 7278February 8, 2022
Ports-to-Plains Highway Act of 2020
Bill HR 7151August 10, 2022
William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021
Bill HR 6395December 12, 2023
Counting All Military Votes Act
Bill HR 5840February 9, 2022