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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 — 830
Yes38%
No61%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align91%
Cross-party9%
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Tim Kaine
U.S. SenatorDemocratVirginia
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20 recent posts · 78 sponsored · 343 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 9(source)
My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on Augusta Medical Group’s announcement that three practice locations—Weyers Cave Urgent Care, Buena Vista Primary Care, and Churchville Primary Care—will close in response to the GOP’s ‘Big, Ugly’ Bill’s major health care cuts:
"We appreciate Augusta Health’s courage and transparency in being clear about the cause of these closures: reckless cuts forced through by our Republican colleagues. We warned that their partisan tax bill would lead to shuttered clinics, lost jobs, and reduced access to critical health care services, especially in rural communities. Sadly, this is exactly what we are now seeing – and no amount of massive tax breaks to the ultra-wealthy can justify the damage to Virginia families."
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Senator Chris Van Hollen@vanhollen.senate.govSep 5(source)
Trump thought firing the people who crunched the numbers would change the truth, but it didn’t: his tariff chaos is slowing the economy and costing jobs. Today's report is just the latest sign of Trump’s failing economy — and it's only getting worse.
US added just 22,000 jobs in August, continuing slowdown amid Trump tariffs
Latest report also contained more bad news – the US lost 13,000 jobs in June, according to latest survey
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 5(source)
Trump inherited the strongest economy in the world. What has he done with it? Unemployment is up. Job creation is down. Manufacturing jobs are lost. Trump’s policies are failing.
The Washington Post
@washingtonpost.com
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Breaking news: The U.S. labor market contracted in June for the first time since the pandemic, as new data showed that the employers sharply pulled back hiring amid economic headwinds created by Trump administration policies.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 4(source)
This week, Senator Susan Collins and I introduced legislation to reauthorize programs that will train the next generation of health care providers who care for older Americans. I urge all my colleagues to pass this bipartisan bill.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 4(source)
As an avid hiker, I’ve seen how the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and other partners work to protect our national trails. That’s why I introduced a bill to strengthen these public-private efforts and preserve these lands for future generations.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 4(source)
I’m thrilled Hitachi Energy is expanding its footprint in Virginia by investing $457 million to build a state-of-the-art power transformer facility in South Boston—creating more than 800 jobs and boosting the region’s economy. I'll keep working to boost manufacturing in VA.
Hitachi Energy's front sign in South Boston.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 3(source)
Republicans' Big, Ugly Bill included massive SNAP cuts that will rip nutrition assistance away from millions of people across the country, including tens of thousands in Virginia, and potentially force your local grocery store to close.
A news headline reading: SNAP cuts seen hitting family, grocery store budgets hard.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 2(source)
Infrastructure upgrades create jobs, spur economic development, and improve lives. Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law I helped pass, VA has received billions to improve roads, bridges, and airports. I'm committed to reauthorizing it so we can keep building on our progress.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 2(source)
Happy Virginia African Diaspora Heritage Month! I’m grateful for the African diaspora’s economic, cultural, and social contributions to Virginia. I’m proud to be leading a bill to designate a National African Diaspora Heritage Month to recognize these invaluable achievements.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govSep 1(source)
Happy Labor Day! Thank you to all of Virginia’s workers who keep our Commonwealth and nation running. I will always fight for stronger protections, fair wages, and a safe work environment for every Virginian.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 29(source)
DOGE uploaded millions of Americans' information, including Social Security numbers and addresses, to a cloud server despite warnings that it would put Americans' data at risk from criminals and foreign governments. There should be a thorough Inspector General investigation.
The New York Times
@nytimes.com
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Breaking News: DOGE put the personal information of hundreds of millions of Americans at risk by uploading Social Security data to a vulnerable cloud server, a whistle-blower complaint said.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 28(source)
AstraZeneca and Eli Lilly's decision to build plants in Albemarle and Goochland counties is a testament to our strong education system, talented workforce, and innovation in advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing. I'm excited that Virginia lawmakers advanced these projects yesterday.
Screenshot of a headline reading: Va. backs big pharma deals for AstraZeneca in Albemarle, Eli Lilly in Goochland.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 28(source)
Trump fired his CDC Director after just weeks. He also just forced the interim U.S. attorney in the Western District of Virginia to resign soon after DOJ appointed him. Trump is turning respected agencies into punching bags. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
CDC Director Susan Monarez fired by Trump administration after refusing to resign, citing 'reckless directives'
Monarez’s lawyers said she “refused to rubber-stamp unscientific, reckless directives.” The White House responded that she was “not aligned with the President’s agenda.”
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 28(source)
62 years ago today, Dr. King delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech in Washington. Dr. King’s words continue to inspire me, especially as Trump works to roll back the progress we’ve made. It is up to all of us to protect, uphold, and advance his dream for our nation.
Dr. King stands in front of a podium with multiple microphones, delivering his speech in Washington.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govAug 27(source)
Some Republicans have already publicly admitted they regret voting for massive health care cuts in the “Big, Ugly Bill.” On Health Care Day of Action, I’m asking you join me in urging GOP elected officials to reverse these cuts before it’s too late.
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Voting History
830 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.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2026-03-25H.R. 7147 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-25S.J. Res. 107 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-53)
2026-03-24S.J. Res. 116 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 116YESYES✓Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-53)
2026-03-24S. 1383 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Motion to Table Agreed to (53-47)
2026-03-24S. 1383 (119th)Kill the motionNONO✓Motion to Table Agreed to (53-47)
2026-03-24—Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-47)
2026-03-24—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-47)
2026-03-23—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2026-03-23—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-45)
2026-03-22—End debateNOT_VOTINGNO—Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-37)
2026-03-21S. 1383 (119th)End debateNOT_VOTINGYES—Cloture Motion Rejected (41-49, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-21S. 1383 (119th)End debateNOT_VOTINGNO—Cloture Motion Rejected (49-41, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-20H.R. 7147 (119th)End debateNOT_VOTINGNO—Cloture Motion Rejected (47-37, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-18S.J. Res. 118 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 118YESYES✓Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-53)
2026-03-17S. 1383 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-48)
2026-03-17—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2026-03-17—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (48-45)
2026-03-12H.R. 7147 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Rejected (51-46, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-12H.R. 6644 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Bill Passed (89-10)
2026-03-11H.R. 6644 (119th)End debateYESYES✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (82-11, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-11H.R. 6644 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Agreed to (84-10)
2026-03-10H.R. 6644 (119th)End debateYESYES✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (89-9, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-10—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (71-29)
2026-03-09—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (68-28)
2026-03-05H.R. 7147 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (51-45, 3/5 majority required)
2026-03-04S.J. Res. 104 (119th)Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 104YESYES✓Motion to Discharge Rejected (47-53)
2026-03-04H.R. 6644 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (90-8)
2026-03-02H.R. 6644 (119th)End debateYESYES✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-6, 3/5 majority required)
2026-02-26—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (57-33)
2026-02-26—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-34)
2026-02-25—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-45)
2026-02-25—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2026-02-24H.R. 7147 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (50-45, 3/5 majority required)
2026-02-12H.R. 7147 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Rejected (52-47, 3/5 majority required)
2026-02-12H.J. Res. 142 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (49-47)
2026-02-11H.J. Res. 142 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-46)
2026-02-10S.J. Res. 95 (119th)Begin considerationYESYES✓Motion to Proceed Rejected (47-51)
2026-02-10—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2026-02-09—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2026-02-05—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-47)
2026-02-05—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2026-02-05—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (50-46)
2026-02-04—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-47)
2026-02-04—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2026-02-04—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2026-02-04—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (58-39)
2026-02-03—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (55-39)
2026-02-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2026-02-03—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-44)
2026-02-03—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (54-40)

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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