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U.S. Senator from Virginia

Born

1958

Age 68

Phone

(202) 224-4024

Office

231 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510, Washington 20510

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Virginia

Tim Kaine

Timothy Michael Kaine is an American lawyer and politician serving as the junior United States senator from Virginia since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as the 70th governor of Virginia from 2006 to 2010, and as the 38th lieutenant governor of Virginia from 2002 to 2006. Kaine was the Democratic nominee for Vice President of the United States in the 2016 election as Hillary Clinton's running mate.

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Voting Record — 783

Yes37%

No61%

Present0%

Not Voting1%

Party align90%

Cross-party10%

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Tim Kaine

U.S. SenatorDemocratVirginia

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20 recent posts · 74 sponsored · 331 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 14(source)

Trump’s trade war with Canada is harming our relationship with one of our closest allies, driving up costs on goods for Americans, and lowering tourism to the U.S. The Senate passed my bipartisan bill to end these taxes. Now the House should bring it to a vote.

New York Times headline reading: Canadian Travel to the U.S. Declines for 10th Straight Month

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 14(source)

Trump’s ridiculous trade wars are raising costs and going to squeeze hardworking Americans’ already-tight Christmas budgets. What a Scrooge.

NBC News

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Forget the Grinch — this year, it’s tariffs that could try to steal the Christmas tree. Read more: nbcnews.to/448aQe6

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 13(source)

Trump declared an “energy emergency” and canceled clean energy projects. Now Virginians are on average paying $130 more in annual energy costs. I’ve forced votes to overturn this sham emergency. My R colleagues have refused, but I’m going to keep working to lower costs.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 13(source)

My statement on the three-year anniversary of the University of Virginia shooting:

"Today marks three years since the heartbreaking shooting at the University of Virginia. Today, I am praying for Devin Chandler, Lavel Davis Jr., and D’Sean Perry’s loved ones, the survivors, and the entire University of Virginia community.

I am committed to honoring their memory by continuing to push for gun safety legislation so we can keep our communities safe from the horrors of gun violence."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 12(source)

After mounting pain, risks to Americans’ safety, and no clear end in sight, I voted to end the longest shutdown in U.S. history. Read why: www.nytimes.com/2025/11/12/o...

Opinion | Tim Kaine: Why I Voted to End the Shutdown

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 11(source)

This morning, I attended a Wreath-Laying Ceremony in Arlington with VFW Post 3150 to honor Veterans Day. Today and every day, we remember the sacrifices and dedication of our nation’s veterans.

Senator Kaine poses for a photo with a group of people in front of a wreath.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 11(source)

In recognition of Veterans Day, thank you to all the men and women who have served in uniform to protect our nation. I will keep working to ensure you and your families have the benefits and services you deserve.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 10(source)

Happy 250th birthday, U.S. Marine Corps! As the father of a Marine, I’ve seen firsthand the service, leadership, and dedication of our nation’s Marines. I will continue working to ensure you and your families have the support you need as the Ranking Member on the Senate Seapower Subcommittee.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 10(source)

My statement on the funding deal to reopen government, protect federal employees, and vote to protect health care:

"I have long said that to earn my vote, we need to be on a path toward fixing Republicans’ health care mess and to protect the federal workforce.

This deal guarantees a vote to extend Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, which Republicans weren’t willing to do. Lawmakers know their constituents expect them to vote for it, and if they don’t, they could very well be replaced at the ballot box by someone who will.

This legislation will protect federal workers from baseless firings, reinstate those who have been wrongfully terminated during the shutdown, and ensure federal workers receive back pay, as required by a law I got passed in 2019. That’s a critical step that will help federal employees and all Americans who rely on government services. I’ll keep working towards a long-term government spending plan that includes critical priorities to support Virginians and funding for Virginia community projects."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 7(source)

Trump is trying to weasel his way out of a court order requiring him to help millions of hungry Americans. No one, especially children, should be forced to go hungry.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 7(source)

Last month’s layoffs were the highest we’ve seen in the month of October in 22 years. That means the last time this many people were laid off in October, Friends was still releasing new episodes, Beyoncé had just released her debut solo album, and W. was still in his first term as president.

The Washington Post

@washingtonpost.com

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More than 1 million U.S. workers have been laid off in 2025 so far, a level typically seen in recessions, according to new data.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 7(source)

Just about everyone, regardless of political party, can agree: food poisoning is the worst. But Trump’s FDA staffing cuts mean fewer safety inspections of food facilities, putting us all at greater risk of getting very sick, or in the most severe cases, dying. www.propublica.org/article/fore...

Foreign Food Safety Inspections Hit Historic Low After Trump Cuts

The dramatic shift in oversight comes at a time when the U.S. has never been more reliant on foreign food, which accounts for the vast majority of the nation’s seafood and more than half its fresh fru...

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 7(source)

My statement slamming the Senate’s failure to pass my bipartisan legislation to stop unauthorized war against Venezuela:

"The Trump Administration confirmed to some members of Congress yesterday that it lacks the legal authority to launch strikes into Venezuela. But instead of voting to pass our bipartisan war powers resolution to reaffirm this principle, many of my colleagues chose to ignore their solemn constitutional responsibility and hide in the tall grass. If the U.S. is going to put our nation’s sons and daughters into harm’s way, then we should have a robust debate in Congress in front of the American people. My colleagues’ unwillingness to debate an issue as important as this one—as well as Congress’ increasing abdication to the Executive Branch on so many other matters—is putting us on a dangerous path."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 6(source)

Trump has PUBLICLY threatened land strikes in Venezuela—after already killing at least 66 unknown people on boats in the Caribbean—unnecessarily putting the U.S. at risk of war. Here’s what @schiff.senate.gov, Senator Paul, and I are doing about it: youtube.com/shorts/TQKsF...

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 5(source)

Today marks the longest government shutdown in U.S. history—passing Trump’s own previous record from his first term. Democratic leaders have once again requested a meeting with Trump to negotiate a deal. I hope he'll meet us at the table. youtu.be/hz3kh7PBp5M

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 5(source)

Awful. Trump has the power to do more to help hungry Americans—including children—he’s just choosing not to. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/u...

Some SNAP Recipients May Not Receive Food Stamps Under White House Policy

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 5(source)

My statement regarding the Supreme Court’s first day of oral arguments on cases challenging Trump’s tariffs:

“The Constitution gives Congress the clear authority to impose taxes and duties. But President Trump has relied on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), a law that never once mentions the words ‘tariff’ or ‘duty,’ to impose tariffs on billions of dollars of goods from every country. As the Supreme Court hears these important cases, I’m continuing to do all I can in Congress to stop the President from raising costs on Virginians, harming businesses, and hurting our economy. I urge the House of Representatives to pass my bipartisan legislation that the Senate passed last week to undo Trump’s IEEPA tariffs on Canada and Brazil, as well as his global tariffs.”

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 4(source)

The vast majority of Americans agree: Trump is to blame for soaring costs. Between his foolish tariffs, illegal federal funding freezes, and mass layoffs of federal workers, it’s clear he’s taking our economy in the wrong direction.

The Washington Post

@washingtonpost.com

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A majority of Americans say they are spending more on groceries and utilities than they were a year ago, and they blame President Trump for the rising prices, a Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll finds.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 4(source)

President Trump is illegally trying to eliminate the Department of Education and shuffle around the enforcement of education protections that help ensure that students with disabilities have equal learning opportunities. That's wrong, and I'm calling on Trump to reverse course.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govNov 4(source)

In July, Republicans passed a bill that made huge cuts to health care. Now, they're refusing to negotiate with Democrats to fix the health care mess they created and reopen the government. It’s past time for them to come to the table.

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Sponsored Bills(74)

S. Res. 712 (119th)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate in support of general elections in Venezuela…
S. 4468 (119th)
A bill to address behavioral health and well-being among education professionals and other s…
S.J. Res. 190 (119th)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, Unite…
S.J. Res. 185 (119th)
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities with…
S. 4370 (119th)
A bill to establish and support primary care team education centers, and for other purposes.

Cosponsored Bills(331)

S. Res. 728 (119th)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securin…
Joined: 2026-05-13
S. 4504 (119th)
A bill to improve the full-service community school program, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-05-12
S. Res. 724 (119th)
A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in…
Joined: 2026-05-11
S. 4478 (119th)
A bill to protect the credit of Federal workers during a government shutdown.
Joined: 2026-04-30
S. Res. 715 (119th)
A resolution recognizing escalating threats to freedom of the press and freedom of speech wo…
Joined: 2026-04-30

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Voting History

783 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-43)
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-44)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Agreed to (81-15)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Bill Passed (87-9, 3/5 majority required)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Agreed to (87-9, 3/5 majority required)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Rejected (21-75)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Rejected (15-81)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	NO	NO	✓	Amendment Rejected (14-81)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (45-50)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (42-53)
2025-08-01	H.R. 3944 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	YES	✓	Amendment Rejected (44-51)
2025-08-01	—	Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Points of Order Re: Merkley Amdt. No. 3114)	YES	YES	✓	Motion Rejected (44-51, 3/5 majority required)
2025-08-01	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-43)
2025-08-01	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-08-01	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (55-41)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-44)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-44)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (59-39)
2025-07-31	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-07-31	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-41)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (59-38)
2025-07-30	S.J. Res. 34 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 34	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (24-73)
2025-07-30	S.J. Res. 41 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 41	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (27-70)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-44)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-07-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-49)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (54-44)
2025-07-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-29	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-07-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-28	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-07-28	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (50-39)
2025-07-28	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-07-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-48)
2025-07-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-24	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-07-24	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-46)

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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