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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 — 789

Yes37%

No62%

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 · 335 cosponsored

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Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 15(source)

Folks are locked out of the workforce by a lack of affordable child care. Child care workers are pushed out of their field by low wages. My bill with @bobbyscott.house.gov and @murray.senate.gov ‬ would cap child care costs at 7% of families' incomes and support child care workers. Let's pass it.

Senator Kaine speaking behind sign that says "Child Care for Working Families."

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 15(source)

Numbers don’t lie: Trump’s haphazard tariffs are bad for the economy and bad for your wallet.

Graphic with ripped headlines from the New York Times, CNBC, Axios, and Fox Business on how inflation is rising as Trump's tariffs increase prices.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 15(source)

I’m horrified SCOTUS is allowing Trump to gut the Department of Education. This will hurt every student, weaken access to civil rights protections, and stunt our competitiveness for decades to come. We should invest more in future generations, not less. This is shameful.

The New York Times

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The Supreme Court agreed to allow the Trump administration to proceed with dismantling the Education Department by firing thousands of workers. trib.al/RDmgOEa

A wide view of the U.S. Capitol building in the background along with the Education Department headquarters in the foreground on a sunny morning. A headline reads: “Supreme Court Clears Way for Dismantling of Education Department.” Photo credit: Eric Lee/The New York Times.

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

In Vinton, I met with local officials, parents, and the leadership of the Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Virginia. The club is critical to supporting students and families, but the Trump Administration has paused federal funding they rely on and must release these funds ASAP.

Senator Kaine speaks with with two individuals in a gym.

Senator Kaine shakes hands with a woman.

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

www.kaine.senate.gov/press-releas...

Kaine Applauds Committee Passage of Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Bill | U.S. Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and Ranking Member of the SASC...

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

Big news: this year’s defense bill passed out of committee with provisions I secured to strengthen our national security, support VA’s military installations, invest in shipbuilding, and improve quality of life for servicemembers and their families. Next stop: the Senate floor.

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

It's a difficult time for UVA and those who care about our schools. I had an important discussion with UVA students, faculty and staff on Friday to talk about President Trump's attacks on our universities and will keep doing everything I can to stand up for Virginia’s schools.

Senator Kaine delivers remarks to a group of UVA students.

Senator Kaine poses with a group of UVA students.

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

My statement on reports that the Trump Administration will soon fire nearly 15 percent of the State Department’s domestic workforce:

“President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio are once again making America less safe and less secure. A strong State Department—one that is not only fully staffed, but staffed by qualified experts free from political pressure—is essential to our national security. This is one of the most ridiculous decisions that could possibly be made at a time when China is increasing its diplomatic footprint around the world and establishing an overseas network of military and transportation bases, Russia is continuing its years-long brutal assault of a sovereign country, and the Middle East is careening from crisis to crisis. Our dedicated State Department workforce, their families, and the American people deserve better.”

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

Great start to the day! @markwarner.bsky.social and I were glad to celebrate the achievements of Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts from VA, many of whom have earned the Gold Award or the rank of Eagle Scout, in D.C. As a former Boy Scout, I had a great time speaking with these future leaders.

Senators Kaine and Warner pose with two scouts and their family.

Senator Kaine shakes hands with a scout.

Senator Kaine delivers remarks at a podium.

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

My statement after President Trump pledged a 50 percent tariff on goods from Brazil in response to steps the country is taking to hold its former president accountable for attempting a coup:

"The last thing Americans want is another trade war that will raise prices and throw businesses into uncertainty—and for what? To punish Brazil for taking steps to hold President Trump’s disgraced friend accountable for trying to overthrow its government? Trump is so sensitive about his own attempted coup on January 6 that he’s willing to put deranged political grievances and his own interests over what’s best for our economy. As multiple courts have ruled, most of Trump’s tariffs are illegal and an abuse of executive authorities. Using tariffs to interfere with foreign judicial proceedings takes abuse of power to a whole new level.

I will use all available means to block these latest job-killing tariffs, which are nothing more than a tax on American consumers."

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

My statement on Virginia slipping in CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking:

"Virginia’s slip in CNBC’s Top States for Business ranking once again highlights that the chaos and uncertainty caused by President Trump’s tariffs, the slashing of federal funding, and the politicizing and hollowing out of the federal workforce are gut punches to Virginia’s economy. While I’m glad to see Virginia ranked first in the education category, I worry we won’t hang on to it for long if Trump keeps meddling in our universities. I will continue to do everything I can to protect Virginia’s economy and schools from this disastrous administration."

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

richmond.com/opinion/colu...

Kaine, Warner: Virginia must resist Trump's attacks on higher ed – before it's too late

We fear that what happened at UVa is just the beginning. Already, the Trump administration appears to be eyeing its next target: George Mason University President Gregory Washington.

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

Virginia’s institutions of higher learning must remain places of academic freedom, critical thinking and open dialogue. The last thing we need is a deeply unpopular administration undermining one of the key factors in our success. My latest w/ @markwarner.bsky.social for @richmond.com:

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Washington Post Opinions@postopinions.bsky.socialJul 8(source)

"If Congress doesn’t act, the Social Security Trust Fund will be insolvent as soon as 2033, and millions of Americans who have been paying into the program will see a significant portion of their promised benefits cut." The latest from Sen. Bill Cassidy and Sen. Tim Kaine (@kaine.senate.gov):

Opinion | Our bipartisan plan could rescue Social Security

A separate trust fund could invest in private business rather than government bonds.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 9(source)

Despite my opposition, the GOP passed a partisan megabill that gives the ultra-wealthy tax breaks by massively cutting nutrition benefits—and food banks don’t have the resources to fill the impending gap. This is wrong. www.axios.com/local/richmo...

New SNAP rules could push Virginia food banks to brink

"It's going to be impossible for food banks to fill the gap."

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Tina Smith@smith.senate.govJul 9(source)

Equal protection under law. The right to due process. The promise that everyone born on American soil is treated as a citizen. The 14th Amendment is clear: Trump is not a king. He can’t re-write it – no matter how hard he may try.

Senator Tim Kaine

@kaine.senate.gov

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157 years ago, the 14th Amendment was ratified—guaranteeing equal protection and due process under law and birthright citizenship. I’ll continue to stand up against Trump Administration’s illegal attempts to unilaterally end birthright citizenship and roll back civil rights.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 9(source)

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJul 8(source)

My statement on my appointment to the Board of Visitors for the United States Military Academy at West Point:

“I am deeply honored to be appointed to the Board of Visitors for the United States Military Academy. Since 1802, the United States Military Academy has turned thousands of patriotic young people into some of the world’s finest military officers. I look forward to serving on the Board and working to continue the tradition and excellence that West Point has upheld across generations.”

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

My heart is with all those impacted by the devastating flash floods in Texas. I’m grateful to the first responders for their tireless rescue efforts, and will always do everything I can to ensure our federal agencies tasked with disaster response have the resources they need.

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

My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on President Trump signing into law the GOP’s partisan budget megabill:

Donald Trump and congressional Republicans have made it clear that that they are willing to sell out millions of Americans in order to give tax breaks to the ultra-wealthy. This legislation is cruel and reckless - tearing health care away from millions of Americans, slashing critical assistance programs, killing jobs, and exploding our debt.
Virginians deserve better, especially on a day that is meant to be about celebrating the promise of America and freedom from tyranny.

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Sponsored Bills(74)

S.J. Res. 190 (119th)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, Unite…
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. 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(335)

S. 4567 (119th)
A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide enhanced student loan relief to …
Joined: 2026-05-19
S. Res. 738 (119th)
A resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on e…
Joined: 2026-05-19
S. 4538 (119th)
A bill to amend the National Trails System Act to direct the Secretary of the Interior to co…
Joined: 2026-05-14
S. Res. 735 (119th)
A resolution designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "National Police Week".
Joined: 2026-05-14
S. Res. 728 (119th)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should prioritize securin…
Joined: 2026-05-13

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Voting History

789 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
2025-12-09	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (49-46)
2025-12-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (49-46)
2025-12-09	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-12-09	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-12-08	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-44)
2025-12-04	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (57-32)
2025-12-04	S. Res. 520 (119th)	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Rejected (43-37, 3/5 majority required)
2025-12-04	H.J. Res. 131 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (49-45)
2025-12-03	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (63-34)
2025-12-03	S.J. Res. 91 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (49-47)
2025-12-03	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (57-41)
2025-12-03	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-40)
2025-12-02	—	Confirm nominee	YES	NO	✕↔	Nomination Confirmed (60-39)
2025-12-02	—	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (61-36)
2025-12-02	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-12-01	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (50-41)
2025-11-20	H.J. Res. 130 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-43)
2025-11-19	S.J. Res. 76 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (46-51)
2025-11-19	S.J. Res. 89 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-47)
2025-11-19	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (66-32)
2025-11-18	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (65-32)
2025-11-10	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Bill Passed (60-40)
2025-11-10	H.R. 5371 (119th)	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-40, 3/5 majority required)
2025-11-10	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Vote on amendment	YES	NO	✕↔	Amendment Agreed to (60-40)
2025-11-10	H.R. 5371 (119th)	End debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture Motion Agreed to (60-40, 3/5 majority required)
2025-11-10	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Kill the motion	NO	YES	✕	Motion to Table Agreed to (76-24)
2025-11-10	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Table Failed (47-53)
2025-11-10	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Table Failed (47-53)
2025-11-10	H.R. 5371 (119th)	Begin consideration	YES	NO	✕↔	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (60-40)
2025-11-09	H.R. 5371 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	YES	NO	✕↔	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (60-40, 3/5 majority required)
2025-11-07	S. 3012 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (53-43, 3/5 majority required)
2025-11-06	S.J. Res. 90 (119th)	Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 90	YES	YES	✓	Motion to Discharge Rejected (49-51)
2025-11-05	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (57-43)
2025-11-05	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-41)
2025-11-05	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-45)
2025-11-04	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-11-04	H.R. 5371 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-44, 3/5 majority required)
2025-11-03	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-10-30	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-10-30	S.J. Res. 88 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (51-47)
2025-10-30	S.J. Res. 80 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (52-45)
2025-10-29	S.J. Res. 77 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (50-46)
2025-10-29	S.J. Res. 69 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Rejected (25-72)
2025-10-29	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-10-29	S.J. Res. 80 (119th)	Begin consideration	NO	NO	✓	Motion to Proceed Agreed to (54-46)
2025-10-28	S.J. Res. 81 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Joint Resolution Passed (52-48)
2025-10-28	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-46)
2025-10-28	—	Confirm nominee	NO	NO	✓	Nomination Confirmed (52-47)
2025-10-28	—	End debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-10-28	H.R. 5371 (119th)	End filibuster to begin debate	NO	NO	✓	Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (54-45, 3/5 majority required)

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