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At a Glance
Seat
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.

Voting Record — 851
Yes39%
No60%
Present0%
Not Voting1%
Party align90%
Cross-party9%
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Tim Kaine
U.S. SenatorDemocratVirginia
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Tim's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 83 sponsored · 355 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Today, on the U.S. Foreign Service's 101st birthday, I thank Foreign Service Officers for their work promoting human rights and U.S. national security interests around the world—and I stand with them against reckless, mass cuts that will make Americans and the world less safe.
I was glad to be in Ottawa today for meetings with @mark-carney.bsky.social, members of his cabinet and Canadian business leaders alongside @shaheen.senate.gov, Senator Cramer, @klobuchar.senate.gov and @welch.senate.gov because our relationship with Canada is invaluable.
Republicans just voted to cut vital food assistance to over 200,000 Virginians, including children, and millions more across the nation. My statement with @markwarner.bsky.social on the cruelty of cuts to nutrition assistance:
Graphic with the following statement from the Senators: “Gutting nutrition assistance in order to pay for tax breaks for billionaires is both morally wrong and economically shortsighted. At a time when families are grappling with the rising cost of living, Donald Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ rips food off the tables of working parents, children, seniors, and veterans. In Virginia alone, more than 200,000 people, including many children, could go hungry if President Trump and Republicans ram this partisan proposal through Congress. We strongly urge our Republican colleagues in the Senate to reject this cruel legislation and stand with the American families who will bear the brunt of its consequences.”
For many, employer-sponsored retirement plans are a crucial to their long-term financial security. But one in four workers isn't taking advantage of these opportunities. I’m introducing legislation to help more Americans get enrolled so they can improve their financial footing.
With so much economic uncertainty, it's critical that we keep lowering health care costs. That's why I'm introducing a bipartisan bill to cut costs for maternal care and childbirth. I'll keep working to put great care within reach for moms and newborns throughout their lives.
Americans are struggling with price hikes caused by Trump’s trade wars. Instead of working to fix the economy, Trump accepted his $400 million luxury jet from Qatar today—an obvious bribe that is insulting to the American people and a threat to our national security. This is a failure of leadership.
Unvetted DOGE bros are rifling through millions of Americans’ personal information, posing serious privacy and national security risks. That’s why I’m introducing legislation with @markwarner.bsky.social to protect that information by increasing penalties for violating privacy laws.
The Inflation Reduction Act has supported 20,000+ Virginia jobs, cut energy costs, and helped us be leaders in the clean energy economy. The Republican budget would undo all of that progress by rolling back the Inflation Reduction Act to pay for billionaire tax cuts.
Overdose deaths have stolen too many lives. This is a positive sign that VA is recovering, but there's still work to do. I’m glad my bipartisan bill to tackle fentanyl was signed by President Biden and will keep working to build on that progress to protect our communities.
Screenshot of a headline reading: "Virginia sees nation's second-largest drop in overdose deaths."
Founded 60 years ago today, Head Start has provided education and health care to countless kids in Virginia and across the U.S. for decades. As Trump attempts to cut funding for Head Start, I will continue to fight to protect these crucial programs.
On this day in 1954, the Supreme Court ruled school segregation laws unconstitutional in Brown v. Board of Education. 71 years later, the U.S. has made progress – but we must continue the fight for civil rights and racial equality.
Folks’ confidence in the economy has nosedived since Trump took office and started implementing disastrous economic policies like massive global tariffs. I’m going to keep doing all I can to protect our economy from Trump’s worst impulses.
Wall Street Journal headline reading: Consumer Sentiment Darkens Further With Inflation Worries Rising.
On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, we recommit to stamping out hate toward LGBTQ+ folks. Amidst the rise in anti-LGBTQ+ bills and policies, I stand with the LGBTQ+ community and will keep working to create a more welcoming and safer world for all.
On National Armed Forces Day—and always—I’m grateful for the bravery and dedication of our women and men in uniform. I’ll continue to advocate for servicemembers and their families as a member of the Armed Services Committee.
Many American families are already struggling to afford the cost of living. Now companies are warning Trump’s reckless and unnecessary tariffs will spike costs for everyday goods. We must end these tariffs immediately before the American people and economy pay the price.
Walmart announces plans to start raising prices on some items later this month due to higher tariffs
Great morning in D.C. celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month with @markwarner.bsky.social, @repsuhas.bsky.social, @bobbyscott.house.gov, and VA’s AANHPI community. These talented individuals have made VA a stronger, more prosperous place.
Senator Kaine poses for a photo with Virginians.
Senator Kaine delivers remarks at a podium.
Senator Kaine poses for a photo with Virginians.
The Trump Administration is slashing staff from the Department of Health and Human services and then failing to answer Virginians’ questions about their health care. That’s wrong. In yesterday’s health committee hearing, I demanded answers from RFK Jr. directly. His response:
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is horrific. Innocent civilians need food and medical supplies—necessities that aren't bargaining chips. The Israeli government must lift aid blockades and we must reach a ceasefire and hostage deal—the only durable path to resolving the crisis.
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Voting History
851 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
2025-07-30End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (53-44)
2025-07-30Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (53-45)
2025-07-30End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (53-47)
2025-07-29Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-49)
2025-07-29Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (54-44)
2025-07-29End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-07-29Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-29End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-29Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-29End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-07-29Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-28End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-45)
2025-07-28Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-39)
2025-07-28End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (51-45)
2025-07-24End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-48)
2025-07-24Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-24End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-07-24Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-07-23End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (49-47)
2025-07-23Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (49-47)
2025-07-23End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (48-47)
2025-07-23Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (49-47)
2025-07-23End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (49-47)
2025-07-23H.R. 3944 (119th)Begin considerationYESYESMotion to Proceed Agreed to (90-8)
2025-07-23Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-47)
2025-07-23Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (52-41)
2025-07-22Confirm nomineeYESNONomination Confirmed (61-35)
2025-07-22Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-07-22H.R. 3944 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYESCloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (91-7, 3/5 majority required)
2025-07-22H.R. 3944 (119th)Begin considerationNONOMotion to Proceed Agreed to (50-48)
2025-07-22Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-22Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-07-22Confirm nomineeNONONomination Confirmed (50-47)
2025-07-21End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (44-43)
2025-07-17End debateNOT_VOTINGNOCloture Motion Agreed to (46-36)
2025-07-17End debateNOT_VOTINGNOCloture Motion Agreed to (50-34)
2025-07-17End debateYESNOCloture Motion Agreed to (57-31)
2025-07-17End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (49-40)
2025-07-17End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (49-43)
2025-07-17End debateNONOCloture Motion Agreed to (52-46)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Final passageNONOBill Passed (51-48)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONOAmendment Agreed to (52-47)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (49-50)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (47-51)
2025-07-17H.R. 4 (119th)Kill the motionNONOMotion to Table Agreed to (51-47)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESMotion to Recommit Rejected (48-51)
2025-07-16H.R. 4 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYESAmendment Rejected (48-51)

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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