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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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Tim's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 75 sponsored · 337 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 4(source)
USAID advances U.S. national security and helps ensure global stability. I’m deeply concerned about Musk and Trump’s attempt to destroy USAID. That's why I led my colleagues in a letter to Secretary of State Rubio demanding answers about this illegal and unprecedented action.
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Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 4(source)
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was created by Congress after the 2008 recession to protect American consumers from financial fraud. CFPB has put billions of dollars back into Americans' wallets. The Trump Administration's halt on its work is wrong and harmful to Americans.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 4(source)
Happy Black History Month! Today and always, we celebrate and honor the invaluable contributions African Americans have made to our communities. In difficult times, I draw inspiration from Black leaders throughout history who worked tirelessly to forge a better world.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 3(source)
Today I met with Virginian leaders who provide community services—from housing to early childhood education—to learn how Trump’s illegal federal funding freeze impacted their organizations. Virginians rely on these programs every day and I will fight to protect the funding.
Senator Kaine participates in a roundtable.
Senator Kaine engages in conversation with roundtable attendees.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 3(source)
155 years ago today, the 15th Amendment was ratified – outlawing voter discrimination based on race. But today voting rights are under threat. We must continue the fight for every citizen’s voice to be heard at the ballot box. Our democracy depends on it.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 3(source)
Trump’s “energy emergency” is a sham—the U.S. is producing more energy than ever. This is a power grab to suspend environmental regulations and make it easier for fossil fuel companies to take Americans’ property. I introduced a bill to terminate this fabricated emergency.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govFeb 3(source)
The illegal Musk-Trump shutdown of USAID will cause human suffering and weaken our national security—which is exactly what China, Iran, and Russia want. I’m fighting tooth and nail to protect USAID workers who combat the spread of famine, disease, and global instability. apnews.com/article/trum...
Democrats push back after Musk says Trump agrees to close USAID and workers are kept out
The developments come after Elon Musk said that he had spoken with President Donald Trump about the aid and development agency and “he agreed we should shut it down.”
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 31(source)
I’m glad the FAA is taking proactive steps to ensure the airspace around DCA remains safe while the National Transportation Safety Board investigates Wednesday’s tragic collision. I will keep following the situation closely. www.npr.org/2025/01/31/g...
FAA restricts helicopter flights near DCA airport after mid-air collision
Federal authorities have restricted helicopter flights near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The move comes days after a deadly collision between a passenger jet and a military helicopter.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 30(source)
9/11 was one of the most horrific and painful days in American history. RFK's unwillingness to "take a side" on 9/11 is a slap in the face to the loved ones of the 184 people killed at the Pentagon and everyone who lived through that day.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 30(source)
Heartbroken about the aviation disaster near DCA, and continuing to pray for those impacted and for the first responders. I’m gathering more information from local officials, the FAA, and the Army and will be pushing for a thorough investigation into what happened.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 30(source)
I'm closely monitoring reports of a collision above DCA tonight. As we await more information, I'm praying for all involved and appreciate the hard work of the first responders at the scene.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 29(source)
After pushing the Trump Administration, the White House rescinded its guidance to freeze all federal funding. Good news, but we’ve got to keep at it and prevent the Trump Administration from implementing other harmful policies that hurt Virginians and our economy.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 29(source)
Wishing a happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate in Virginia and across the world! May the Year of the Snake bring you and your loved ones prosperity, wisdom, and longevity.
Text on a red background reading "Happy Lunar New Year"
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 29(source)
Nearly 2M Virginians rely on Medicaid for health care, but Virginia health care providers couldn't access the Medicaid portal yesterday after Trump illegally froze federal funding. The portal is back up now, but it is unacceptable that it was ever down.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 29(source)
Trump sows chaos in federal workforce then says “resign within a week and I’ll give you 7 months severance.” Don’t fall for it!  Trump told innumerable contractors he’d pay—then stiffed them. He has no authority to promise severance pay. Wait him out! apnews.com/article/trum...
Trump offers all federal workers a buyout with 7 months' pay in effort to shrink size of government
The Trump administration says it will begin subjecting all federal employees to “enhanced standards of suitability and conduct” and is warning of future downsizing.
Senator Tim Kaine@kaine.senate.govJan 28(source)
I’ve been hearing from constituents about how Trump’s order to halt federal funding has caused chaos and confusion. We’re going to do everything we can in the courts and in Congress to fight tooth and nail against this. Contact my office for help at kaine.senate.gov.
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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.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2025-03-25—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (74-25)
2025-03-25—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (73-25)
2025-03-24—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (60-31)
2025-03-24—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (62-30)
2025-03-14—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (63-32)
2025-03-14—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (64-33)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Bill Passed (54-46)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Vote on amendmentNONO✓Amendment Rejected (27-73)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (48-52, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)Vote on amendmentYESYES✓Amendment Rejected (47-53, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-14H.R. 1968 (119th)End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (62-38, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-14S. 331 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Bill Passed (84-16)
2025-03-14—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (59-40)
2025-03-14—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (56-39)
2025-03-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (54-45)
2025-03-13S. 331 (119th)End debateYESYES✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (84-15, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-13—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (54-45)
2025-03-13—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (56-43)
2025-03-13—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (57-41)
2025-03-12—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-46)
2025-03-12—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-45)
2025-03-12—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-46)
2025-03-12—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (52-45)
2025-03-11—Confirm nomineeYESYES✓Nomination Confirmed (78-19)
2025-03-11—End debateYESYES✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (76-20)
2025-03-11—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-46)
2025-03-11—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-03-10—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (67-32)
2025-03-06S. 331 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateYESYES✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to (82-12, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-06—End debateYESNO✕↔Cloture Motion Agreed to (66-30)
2025-03-06—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (53-43)
2025-03-06—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (53-43)
2025-03-05S.J. Res. 28 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (51-47)
2025-03-05—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (52-46)
2025-03-05—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-46)
2025-03-04S.J. Res. 28 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (50-47)
2025-03-04S.J. Res. 3 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (70-27)
2025-03-04S.J. Res. 3 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (70-28)
2025-03-03S. 9 (119th)End filibuster to begin debateNONO✓Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected (51-45, 3/5 majority required)
2025-03-03—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (51-45)
2025-02-27—End debateNONO✓Cloture Motion Agreed to (51-47)
2025-02-27H.J. Res. 35 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (52-47)
2025-02-26S.J. Res. 12 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (52-47)
2025-02-26S.J. Res. 10 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Joint Resolution Defeated (47-52)
2025-02-26—Confirm nomineeNONO✓Nomination Confirmed (56-43)
2025-02-25—Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (51-47)
2025-02-25S.J. Res. 11 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Joint Resolution Passed (54-44)
2025-02-25S.J. Res. 11 (119th)Begin considerationNONO✓Motion to Proceed Agreed to (54-42)
2025-02-25—Confirm nomineeYESNO✕↔Nomination Confirmed (66-28)

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