Trump is making it near-unaffordable to have a family. Back-to-school essentials cost an average of 7.3% more than last year and school lunch staples cost 5% more this year—and Trump’s increased tariffs are about to make the problem worse.
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Congress Member Profile|U.S. Senator|Democrat|Virginia
Tim Kaine
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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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Tim's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 74 sponsored · 333 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
This Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, I'm thinking of all who have lost their lives or a loved one to fentanyl. I’m thankful my bill to strengthen the DOD's role in addressing fentanyl trafficking is now law. I’m committed to building on that success to keep Virginians safe.
Virginia is home to one of the largest populations of veterans in the United States, and they deserve our full support. I am committed to protecting our heroes from Trump’s gutting of the VA and mass federal workforce layoffs that disproportionately affect them.
In the past eight months, Trump has enacted chaotic, regressive policies and our economy is paying the price. Here are the top five ways Trump is creating a cost-of-living crisis:
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My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on the Trump Administration’s plans to pull federal funding from the Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William County Public School Districts:
My statement on the three-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act being signed into law:
At a time when prices are already too high, this is a flashing red warning light that the full force of Trump’s tariffs is going to hit American families hard.
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90 years ago, FDR created Social Security to provide a crucial safety net for retirees and people with disabilities.
But if Congress doesn't act, the Social Security Trust Fund could be insolvent by 2033.
Senator Cassidy and I have a proposal to help.
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Anne and I recently had a wonderful surprise: a kind soul in SWVA called to tell us they discovered my father-in-law Linwood Holton’s Navy footlocker from when he piloted a captured Japanese submarine to the U.S. after WWII. After nearly 80 years, I’m glad it made its way back to our family.
Inflation continued to raise prices and squeeze already-tight budgets last month—even before Trump hiked his global tariffs on August 1. Trump promised to lower costs on day one. It’s been over 200 days since his inauguration and in those 200 days we’ve seen the exact opposite.
My statement on the anniversary of the white supremacist attack in Charlottesville:
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Just so we’re clear: when Trump & Republicans go after renewable energy what they’re really doing is forcing Americans to pay more on their energy bills. This move – to illegally stop a program that helps working families save $$ by installing solar panels – will do just that.
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The three worst months of hiring since… the last time Donald Trump was president.
Trump ran on improving the economy. He has a failing record.
My statement on President Trump placing the D.C. Police Department under federal control and deploying the National Guard in the District:
Small businesses play a big role in our economy. But according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Trump's tariffs will cost small businesses an extra $200 BILLION a year. Many mom n’ pop shops can’t afford that. Some won't survive.
Today, I’m celebrating three years since the PACT Act became law. I'm proud to have helped pass it to improve and expand care for millions of American veterans who were exposed to toxins during their service.
It’s been three years since the bipartisan CHIPS Act, which I helped pass, became law. I am proud that this bill has brought investments and recognition to innovators from all around the Commonwealth—I’ll fight against Trump’s threats to repeal this crucial legislation.
My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social after the Virginia State Corporation Commission reported that premiums for Affordable Care Act Marketplace coverage are projected to rise sharply:
Yesterday, I visited Hitachi Energy’s facility in Bland to learn more about the company’s work and its $22.5 million investment to expand operations and create jobs. I’ll keep working to support Hitachi and other manufacturers in Virginia.
I had a productive visit to Lee County Community Hospital to hear from leadership about what it’s meant for the community since the hospital reopened. I was proud to work with the community to reopen the hospital and we talked about how to protect it—and others—from Medicaid cuts.
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Voting History783 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
783 total votes
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-21 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (47-52) |
| 2025-02-21 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (49-51) |
| 2025-02-21 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-52) |
| 2025-02-21 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-52) |
| 2025-02-21 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Van Hollen Amdt. No. 233) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (49-51, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-02-21 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (47-53) |
| 2025-02-21 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (24-76) |
| 2025-02-21 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (47-53) |
| 2025-02-21 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Reed Amdt. No. 172) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (49-51, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-02-20 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Baldwin Amdt. No. 276) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (48-52, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-02-20 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Wyden Amdt. No. 1156) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-02-20 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (49-51) |
| 2025-02-20 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Schumer Amdt. No. 776) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (49-51, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-02-20 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | NO | NO | ✓ | Amendment Agreed to (51-49) |
| 2025-02-20 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-52) |
| 2025-02-20 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-52) |
| 2025-02-20 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Hickenlooper Amdt. No. 925) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-02-20 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (47-53) |
| 2025-02-20 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Warner Amdt. No. 130) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-02-20 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Vote on amendment | YES | YES | ✓ | Amendment Rejected (48-52) |
| 2025-02-20 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Klobuchar Amdt. No. 494) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (48-52, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-02-20 | — | Motion (Motion to Waive All Applicable Budgetary Discipline Re: Schumer Amdt. No. 454) | YES | YES | ✓ | Motion Rejected (47-52, 3/5 majority required) |
| 2025-02-20 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (51-49) |
| 2025-02-20 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47) |
| 2025-02-19 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-46) |
| 2025-02-18 | S. Con. Res. 7 (119th) | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-47) |
| 2025-02-18 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (51-45) |
| 2025-02-18 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (48-45) |
| 2025-02-13 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-43) |
| 2025-02-13 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45) |
| 2025-02-13 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (72-28) |
| 2025-02-13 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-48) |
| 2025-02-12 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47) |
| 2025-02-12 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (52-48) |
| 2025-02-10 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-45) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (53-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-46) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Begin consideration | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Kill the motion | NO | NO | ✓ | Motion to Table Agreed to (52-47) |
| 2025-02-06 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (53-47) |
| 2025-02-05 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-47) |
| 2025-02-05 | — | Confirm nominee | NO | NO | ✓ | Nomination Confirmed (55-44) |
| 2025-02-04 | — | End debate | NO | NO | ✓ | Cloture Motion Agreed to (55-45) |
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.